TIG Welding Overhead

I hope you enjoy these 3 short videos on TIG welding overhead

TIG welding a Socket weld Overhead Freehand

TIG Welding overhead is not that different than TIG welding flat or horizontal.

It's just awkward at first.

Once you figure out how to get comfortable, it gets a lot easier.

Details and Settings for TIG Welding Overhead 4f tee 11ga CRS

Base Material Type/Thickness - Cold Rolled Steel aisi 1018  .120" ( 3mm)

Prep Method - 80 grit flap disc followed by acetone wipe

Filler Metal Type/Size  ER70S-6  1/16 (1.6mm)

Tungsten size and prep  3/32" 2% lanthanated 30 degree tip

Gas Type and Flow Rate  Argon, 20-25CFH

Cup size - #8 gas lens Furick 8 pro clear cup

Current/Polarity - 120 amps dcen

Length of Arc  1/16"

Angle of Travel - approximately 20 degrees give or take ( torch angle is pretty forgiving with a tight arc)

Manipulation/Technique - pause while adding filler...dab, step ahead, pause, dab, etc.

Speed of Travel - 5-6 inches per minute