TIG Tungsten
| TIG Mode | Tungsten Type | Color Code | Inverter Ready | Performance Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Only | Pure Tungsten | Green | ✘ | Traditional sine wave AC. High consumption. Balled tip. |
| DC / AC/DC | 2% Ceriated | Gray | ✔ | Fires up fast at low amps. Best for orbital, tubing, and thin sheet. |
| DC / AC/DC | 1% Lanthanated | Black | ✔ | Smooth arc. Good low-amp control. All-purpose performer. |
| DC / AC/DC | 1.5% Lanthanated | Gold | ✔ | Stable arc. Clean running. Versatile and non-radioactive. |
| DC / AC/DC | 2% Lanthanated | Blue | ✔ | Tough under heat. Excellent for AC & DC. High amp workhorse. |
| DC Only | 1% Thoriated | Yellow | ✔ | Sharp arc. Great starts. Handles heat. Slightly radioactive. |
| DC Only | 2% Thoriated | Red | ✔ | Industry workhorse. Hard starts. Strong performance. Inverter friendly. |
| AC Only | 1% Zirconiated | White | ✘ | Resists contamination. Best for AC on aluminum. Balled tip required. |