Achieving perfect TIG welds

I’ve been working on getting my TIG welds to be as clean and precise as possible, and I find that paying attention to the angle and speed of my torch makes a huge difference… Last week, I spent some time practicing on stainless steel and really noticed how adjusting my pace improved the bead consistency. I’d love to hear what tips others have for refining their TIG technique.

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Totally agree on that timing — when I was refining my pace, I also focused on maintaining a consistent distance from the material. It really helped me achieve even bead width — what type of filler are you using, by the way?

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