TIG Welding Steel w/ Savanna

In this class, students will acquire essential skills using the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding process. The curriculum covers proper electrode manipulation, gas flow control, and heat management to achieve strong and aesthetically pleasing welds. Students can expect to gain proficiency in welding various steel thicknesses and developing the precision needed for intricate welding projects.

Prerequisites

none

Requirements for Class:

Dress: natural fiber long (cotton, linen, or wool) pants, natural fiber shirt, and closed toed shoes

Syllabus

1. Safety
2. Equipment Setup
   1. Exploration of TIG components (torch, ground lead, foot pedal)
   2. Gas selection and regulation
   3. Tungsten and filler rod considerations
3. Tungsten Electrode Selection and Sharpening
4. Material Preparation
   1. Proper cleaning and surface preparation
   2. Joint fit-up and alignment
   3. Tacking methods
5. Welding Techniques
   1. Hands-on practice with bead formation
   2. Controlling heat input and amperage
   3. Balance and frequency settings
   4. Understanding penetration
6. Common TIG Welding Problems and Solutions
7. Cleanup

Optional:  If you want your own TIG consumables, you can buy the parts for “17 Series torch”. Most welding gas supply shops carry it, Amazon and Cyberweld.com. I would get 2% thoriated or purple tops 1/16" or 3/32" diameter tungsten rod. Get ER70S- steel fill rod in 1/16" size