Welding troubleshooting that turns TIG problems into predictable fixes

When the arc sputters, porosity shows up, or heat runs away, most shops burn time guessing. Welding troubleshooting should be systematic. Everything You NEED to Know About TIG Welding gives you a step-by-step method to isolate variables, confirm root cause, and apply proven corrections—so defects disappear and consistency goes up across aluminum, stainless, and mild steel.

Built from shop-tested procedures and clear metallurgy fundamentals, this field-ready reference shows exactly how to stabilize arcs, protect shielding, and control heat without overcomplicating your setup. You get symptom-first diagnostics, baseline machine settings (amperage, polarity, AC balance/frequency), electrode geometry and filler selection guidance, plus gas coverage strategies that stop contamination at the source. Checklists, flowcharts, and a visual defect library make welding troubleshooting fast, repeatable, and teachable—ideal for solo fabricators and teams who need reliable, code-worthy results with minimal rework and scrap.

• Diagnose by symptom: porosity, soot, lack of fusion, undercut, arc wander, tungsten erosion.
• Dial in fast: baseline charts by alloy/thickness, correct filler, electrode prep, torch angle, travel speed.
• Control variables: gas type/flow, cup and lens selection, stick-out, joint prep, fit-up, heat input discipline.