What shielding gas should I use with the Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U?

TIG welding shielding gas selection: use pure argon (99.995% purity) for most TIG applications including steel, stainless, aluminum, and titanium. Helium additions (25–75% He/Ar mix) increase heat input and travel speed for heavy section work and aluminum welding where higher deposition is needed. Never use CO2 or mixed gases designed for MIG welding in TIG torches.

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Harris TIG Rod 36" – 50 lb

Q: What is the Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U used for?

TIG (GTAW) filler rods are used in the gas tungsten arc welding process, where the welder manually feeds the rod into the weld pool while maintaining the arc with the torch. TIG welding produces the highest quality, lowest spatter welds and is the process of choice for precision work on stainless, aluminum, titanium, and exotic alloys.

Q: What diameter is the Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U available in, and how do I choose the right size?

The Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U is available in 1/8 diameter. Rod diameter selection depends on the base metal thickness and the amperage being used: 1/16 in (1.6 mm) rods suit light gauge up to 3/16 in at 60–130A; 3/32 in (2.4 mm) rods cover 3/16 in–1/2 in material; 1/8 in (3.2 mm) rods are used for heavier sections at 130–250A+. As a general rule, rod diameter should be close to or slightly smaller than base metal thickness.

Q: What is the AWS classification of the Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U?

TIG filler rods carry an AWS classification (e.g., ER70S-2 for mild steel, ER308L for 304 stainless, ER4043 for aluminum) that specifies the chemical composition and mechanical properties of the deposited weld metal. Always verify the AWS class when writing or qualifying a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) for code work.

Q: How should I store the Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U to maintain weld quality?

The Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U is sold in 50 lb packages. TIG rods are 36 in long and sold by weight (1 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, 25 lb tubes). Store rods in a dry location — TIG rods, especially low-hydrogen stainless and nickel alloy rods, are sensitive to moisture. Keep tubes sealed and store at room temperature with low humidity.

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R45 W1060 copper-coated TIG (GTAW) oxy-fuel welding alloy (unstamped) 1/8 x 36 in. x 50 lb. box

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Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U

W1060 (R45) is a general purpose, unstamped copper coated, TIG (GTAW) low carbon steel alloy that is widely used on mild steel. It offers good ductility and machinability.

Features

Copper coated, low carbon steel, rod for oxy-fuel welding of mild steel
Good ductility and machinability
Produces high quality welds that are ductile and porosity-free
No flux required but puddling of the molten metal will bring any scale or impurities to the surface
Can be used on steel plate, sheet and pipe where high strength is not required
Typical applications include welding low carbon steel, automotive repair and ornamental art
Weld on clean base metal to ensure the best results
Conforms to AWS A5.2, R45

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Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U

W1060 (R45) is a general purpose, unstamped copper coated, TIG (GTAW) low carbon steel alloy that is widely used on mild steel. It offers good ductility and machinability.

Features

Copper coated, low carbon steel, rod for oxy-fuel welding of mild steel
Good ductility and machinability
Produces high quality welds that are ductile and porosity-free
No flux required but puddling of the molten metal will bring any scale or impurities to the surface
Can be used on steel plate, sheet and pipe where high strength is not required
Typical applications include welding low carbon steel, automotive repair and ornamental art
Weld on clean base metal to ensure the best results
Conforms to AWS A5.2, R45

Harris TIG Rod 36" – 50 lb

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Harris R45 W1060 Copper-Coated Oxy-Fuel TIG GTAW Welding Rod 1/8 36in. 50LB Box - W106060U

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