Other benefits
As proven with our calculator, the Ultima-TIG® grinder is not only the best economical choice - no there is even more benefits you can experience when you make the switch to an Ultima-TIG® grinder.
Health & safety
When you grind your Tungsten electrodes with the Ultima-TIG® grinder, you avoid inhaling the dust particles and prevent accidents. With wet grinding you also avoid overheating the electrode when grinding.
Read more about health benefits here
Quality & efficiency
Properly grinding your Tungsten electrode ensures smoother arc ignition and significantly improves welding performance. Tailoring the grinding angle to your specific needs, whether it's a sharper point for arc stability or a truncated tip for deeper penetration, can make all the difference.
Read more about the many benefits of welding with a truncating the tip here.
Average data (based on calculation)
| Length of electrodes (mm) | 175 |
| Electrode diameter Ø (mm) | 2,4 |
| Typical tip angle (*) | 30 |
| Average length when discarded (mm) | 55 |
| Minimum usable length (mm) | 25 |
| Dips per day/welder | 4 |
| Break off length (mm) | 5 |
| Working days/year | 225 |
| Regrinds per day/welder | 8 |