ROBOTIC TIG WELDING TECHNOLOGIES
Robotic Welding Systems Which Technologies Contain
- Articulated 6 Axis (6DOF) Robots
- Cartesian Robots (Column, Pillar, Gantry, Crane Type)
- Smart Robot Accessories
- Slider Robot Axes
- Robot Positioners (Single & Double Axis)
- Process (Welding) Machine Technologies
- Side Process Equipment
- Smart Process Sensors and Machine Vision Technologies
- Monitoring and Data Collection Hardware and Software
- Robotic Based Process Software
- Offline Programming Software and Compatible Technologies
- Fixture and / or Fixing Apparatus
- Robotic Tool Changers
- Security Systems
- Integrated Industrial Fume Extraction and Filtering Systems
- Digital Transformation Technologies
- Related Statistics
About TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding Technique
TIG welding, also called Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), is a fusion welding method where the arc is created between a non-consumable tungsten electrode and the workpiece. Shielding is provided by an inert gas—most commonly argon or helium—to protect the weld area from atmospheric contamination.
Unlike MIG/MAG, TIG welding does not use a consumable electrode wire; instead, a separate filler rod may be added if necessary. This provides the welder with much greater control over the process and results in exceptionally high-quality welds.
The method is especially valued for applications requiring:
- High precision
- Excellent surface quality
- Minimal spatter and post-cleaning
- Superior mechanical properties of the welded joint
With robotic integration, TIG welding becomes even more consistent, repeatable, and adaptable to complex geometries.
TIG Welding Advantages
- Provides excellent weld quality with clean and precise seams.
- Suitable for welding thin materials without distortion.
- Allows perfect control of heat input, ensuring minimal deformation.
- No slag or spatter formation → eliminates the need for extensive cleaning.
- Can weld without filler material (autogenous welding) in certain applications.
- High resistance to corrosion and oxidation in welded joints.
- Extremely suitable for critical applications requiring strong and aesthetic welds.
- With robot-assisted systems, repeatability and accuracy are maximized.
Relevant Statistics
- According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR), TIG welding is most widely used in industries such as aerospace, medical equipment, nuclear energy, food processing, and automotive for critical parts requiring flawless weld seams.
- Although TIG welding represents a smaller share of robotic welding applications compared to MIG/MAG, its usage in high-value manufacturing sectors is steadily growing.
Applicable Materials
- Stainless steels
- Aluminum and aluminum alloys
- Magnesium and its alloys
- Nickel and nickel alloys
- Titanium and titanium alloys
- Copper and its alloys