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Tungsten Grinders are very nice to have and make sense for some applications …but definitely not 100% necessary for beginners.

So here are some best practices for tungsten sharpening to avoid problems like splitting and rough arc starts

* always score the electrode first before breaking

* Use a dedicated rock or sanding disc that is not contaminated with other metals

* Make sure all your grinding scratches are running with the length and not sideways

* Use a fine enough grit stone or disc to not leave rough scratches

* Use a more needle like tip for low amps and thin metal

* Use a more blunt tip for higher amps and thicker metal

What is the Best All-Around Tungsten Electrode for TIG Welding?  My quick answer is 2% lanthanated.  And here is why... I like to keep things as simple as possible.Don't get me wrong, if I thought using several different types of...