{"title":"Tungsten Electrodes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTungsten Electrode Selection — Quick Reference (AS\/NZS 1167.2)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes for TIG welding — TIP geometry + ALLOY composition match current + material + process. Match ALLOY (Thoriated + Ceriated + Lanthanated + Pure) + DIAMETER + tip angle to amperage range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTungsten Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2% Lanthanated (Blue)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop standard — AC\/DC versatile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2% Ceriated (Grey)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-current TIG + thin material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2% Thoriated (Red — DC only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel + stainless DC TIG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure Tungsten (Green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC aluminium only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZirconiated (White)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC aluminium + non-thoriated alt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Diameters (1.0\/1.6\/2.4\/3.2mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch amperage range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTip Angle 20°-30° (Sharp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow amp + thin material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTip Angle 60°-90° (Blunt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh amp + thick material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e THORIATED RADIOACTIVE — use proper ventilation when grinding tip (use diamond wheel + dedicated tungsten grinder). Most workshops prefer LANTHANATED — non-radioactive + versatile. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/bossweld\"\u003eBossweld\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tecmen\"\u003eTecmen\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-welding-consumables\"\u003eTIG consumables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-torches\"\u003eTIG torches\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/welding\"\u003ewelding\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTungsten Electrodes for Australian TIG Welding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes are the non-consumable electrodes used in TIG (GTAW) welding — the conducting tip that creates the welding arc without being consumed in the weld. Different tungsten types are blended with rare-earth additions that change the arc characteristics, electrode life, and welding performance. For Australian TIG welders working across stainless, aluminium, and specialty alloys, the right tungsten matched to the welding type and material is essential. AIMS Industrial supplies tungsten electrodes from approved welding consumable brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe tungsten electrode types we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure tungsten (green tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for AC welding of aluminium; balls up under AC arc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2% Thoriated (red tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — long-standard DC TIG electrode; legacy material with radioactive content concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2% Ceriated (orange tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — modern non-radioactive replacement for thoriated; similar arc performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5% Lanthanated (gold tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — versatile electrode that handles AC and DC welding well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2% Lanthanated (blue tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — alternative lanthanated grade with different arc characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.8% Zirconiated (white tip)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for AC aluminium welding; alternative to pure tungsten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-rare-earth (purple, rainbow tips)\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium electrodes blending multiple rare earth additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe colour band identifies the type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes have a colour band at one end identifying the type — universal across manufacturers. Memorise the common ones: red (thoriated), orange (ceriated), gold (lanthanated 1.5%), blue (lanthanated 2%), green (pure), white (zirconiated). The colour code lets you identify the electrode type at a glance without reading the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy thoriated is being phased out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2% thoriated tungsten was the long-standard DC TIG electrode but contains a small percentage of thorium — a low-level radioactive material. Grinding thoriated tungsten produces respirable dust containing thorium, which presents health and environmental concerns. Modern Australian welding workplaces increasingly substitute ceriated or lanthanated electrodes, which provide similar or better arc performance without radioactive content. For new workplaces, ceriated or lanthanated is the preferred specification; thoriated remains in use where existing procedures specify it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the right electrode\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC TIG on steel and stainless\u003c\/strong\u003e — ceriated or lanthanated; both perform similarly to thoriated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAC TIG on aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e — pure tungsten or zirconiated balls up under AC arc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile DC and AC use\u003c\/strong\u003e — lanthanated handles both well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical and high-quality welding\u003c\/strong\u003e — multi-rare-earth electrodes provide premium arc performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eElectrode diameter selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten diameter is matched to the welding amperage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.0mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to ~80A; thin material work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to ~150A; the everyday workshop diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.4mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to ~250A; medium-heavy welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.2mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to ~350A; heavy welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4.0mm\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to ~500A; production heavy welding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing too-small diameter for the amperage causes electrode failure (melting, splitting). Too-large diameter wastes electrode and produces unfocused arc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTungsten preparation — grinding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor DC welding, tungsten is sharpened to a specific point geometry — typically 2-3× electrode diameter in length, with a tip angle matched to the work. For AC welding, the tungsten balls up under the arc; pure and zirconiated tungsten do this naturally, while ceriated and lanthanated need to be balled up before AC welding (apply DC current briefly to balance the tip into a sphere).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse a dedicated tungsten grinder or fine diamond wheel for preparation — alumina abrasives can contaminate the tungsten. Grind longitudinally (in line with the electrode axis) rather than transversely (across the axis) — longitudinal grinding produces cleaner arc starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes are stocked from quality welding consumable manufacturers covering the standard types and diameters. For specific brand or specialty grade requirements, sourcing through our distribution channels covers most options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes don't require special storage — they're dimensionally stable and don't absorb moisture. Store in original packaging to prevent oxidation. Avoid contamination — touching the tungsten with bare fingers can transfer skin oils that affect arc starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion ranges at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten electrodes sit alongside our broader TIG welding range — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-welding-consumables\"\u003eTIG welding consumables\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-torches\"\u003eTIG torches\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-welding-accessories\"\u003eTIG welding accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/tig-welding-rods\"\u003eTIG welding rods\u003c\/a\u003e for the related products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help selecting tungsten type and diameter for specific TIG welding work? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match by welding type, material, and amperage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bossweld-multi-pack-tungsten-electrodes","title":"Bossweld Multi-Pack Tungsten Electrodes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eMixed Tungsten Selection: Includes thoriated, ceriated, zirconated and lanthanated.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eDelivers professional arc stability and consistent weld deposits\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003ePrecision-manufactured for reliable, consistent performance in workshop and industrial environments\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;padding-top:12px;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eMulti Pack Tungsten Electrodes provide a versatile selection of tungsten types and sizes in one convenient pack, supporting both AC and DC TIG welding applications. Ideal for reducing downtime and simplifying consumable selection across a wide range of materials and welding tasks.s. Compatible with standard TIG torch assemblies and replacement consumables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bossweld","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49128784265493,"sku":"A0102263","price":83.33,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/bossweld-multi-pack-tungsten-electrodes1.jpg?v=1756297586"},{"product_id":"bossweld-technology-2-thoriated-tungsten-electrodes","title":"Bossweld Technology 2% Thoriated Tungsten Electrodes","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eAWS Classification: Complies with AWS A5.12 EWG specification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003e2% Thorium Oxide: Delivers excellent arc starting, strong arc stability and long electrode life for DC TIG welding\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eDC Welding Performance: Ideal for mild steel and stainless steel applications requiring precise arc control\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;padding-top:12px;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eThoriated Tungstens provide excellent arc stability and easy arc starting for DC TIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel. They offer strong resistance to weld pool contamination and consistent performance in demanding applications. Use with correctly sized tungsten electrodes for consistent arc starts. Compatible with standard TIG torch assemblies and replacement consumables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bossweld","offers":[{"title":"1.6mm","offer_id":49330485887253,"sku":"A0102260","price":46.67,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.4mm","offer_id":49330485920021,"sku":"A0102261","price":104.17,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/bossweld-technology-2-thoriated-tungsten-electrodes-2330685.jpg?v=1779086240"},{"product_id":"bossweld-lanthanated-tungsten-electrodes-900301","title":"Bossweld Lanthanated Tungsten Electrodes 900301","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eAWS Classification: Complies with AWS A5.12-2009 EWLa-1.5 specification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e●\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003e1.5% Lanthanated Oxide: Delivers excellent arc starting, stable arc characteristics and extended electrode life for both AC and DC TIG welding\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 12px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;gap:8px;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:bold;color:#222;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eMulti-Process: Performance - Suitable for aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel applications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:16px;padding-top:12px;border-top:1px solid #f0f0f0\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0\"\u003eLanthanated Tungstens deliver reliable arc starting, excellent arc stability, and reduced electrode wear for both AC and DC TIG welding. Designed for consistent performance and long service life across steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and alloy applications. Use with correctly sized tungsten electrodes for consistent arc starts. 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They offer strong resistance to weld pool contamination and consistent performance in demanding applications. Use with correctly sized tungsten electrodes for consistent arc starts. 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