Papers by Keyword: Arc Constriction

Abstract: In the present work, TIG and A-TIG welding were compared to show the arc constriction phenomena. A 2D axial symmetric model was developed to simulate the flow behavior in the melting pool. These results were compared to experiments carried out on a stainless steel disc (304L) melted by a stationary heat source. The influence of the Marangoni effect, arc constriction and type of flux is shown. The results point to the importance of the welding parameters and the use of a flux on the characteristics of the weld beads.

Abstract: The ATIG welding which is the high productivity version of conventional TIG welding, parallel with productivity increasing has some advantageous effect both on HAZ and weld joint grain structure. In this paper the effect of ATIG welding on austenite/ferrite ratio in duplex steel will be represented with experimental results performed on 8 mm thick 2205 type duplex steel. As collateral benefit through these results new evidences are originated to prove the “reversed Marangoni effect” theory.

Abstract: The TIG welding has a high disadvantage against the substantially high productivity welding procedures. This is why there were continuously going on several trials to improve the productivity of the TIG welding. The Activated Tungsten Inert Gas welding (ATIG welding) is one of these trials. Application experiments of ATIG welding on austenitic stainless steel plates will be presented. The main problems which appear when using the ATIG welding are the choosing of tungsten electrode, the suggested fitting of parts for the joining, portioning of the activating flux and the sensitivity for the measure of flux. They are extremely important to apply the ATIG welding and the results will be presented by this work. In the second half of this paper the comparison of the productivity differences between TIG and ATIG welding; mechanical properties, microstructure and corrosion resistance of welded joints will continue. Finally the evaluating the results and trying to classify the ATIG welding amongst the modern and most productive welding procedures is detailed. Furthermore advises for using the ATIG welding for suitable applications are represented.