Troubleshooting

Why is my tig welding porosity?

Quick answer

Porosity in tig welding usually means gas shield interrupted — wind, empty bottle, loose fittings, or dirty/oily steel. For this process, verify pure argon and purge on stainless before touching anything else.

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The specific fix

Verify pure argon and purge on stainless. The general rule: check gas first: flow, leaks, leaks at the regulator; shelter the arc; clean the joint.

Process checklist

  • Dipping the tungsten into the pool — contaminating the electrode and the weld
  • Too much torch angle: 10–15° from vertical is plenty
  • Forgetten post-flow gas: tungsten oxidises and turns black as it cools