Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding, also called Gas/Tungsten Arc Welding or GTAW, is used in industry & art, and is an effective method for bonding thin metals and softer metals and alloys, including aluminum, thin stainless steel, and some copper alloys like bronze and brass. This is a safety & introductory class – a great place to begin if you’ve never done TIG welding before! In this class, you will learn the basics of operating multiprocess welders for MIG welding, including

• Connecting & setting gas regulators
• Preparing and fitting the tungsten welding tip
• Setting the machine for the type of material & weld
• Selection of filler metal
• Basic bead laying

This class provides certification to use the TIG welding equipment at Mill Forge Makerspace. However, a Hot Works Certification is also required to use the welding equipment solo. We recommend this course from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Upon completing this course, you will be able to operate the TIG welding equipment safely and perform basic operations & maintenance on the equipment at the makerspace. However, unless you already have experience welding, we strongly recommend both taking one of our practical classes to learn specific applications of TIG welding and taking plenty of time to practice at the makerspace!

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