Thorium Tungsten electrode is the most commonly used tungsten in America and some
other countries and is a good general use tungsten. Especially, it performs
well when overloaded with extra amperage. However,since it is a low-level
radioavtive hazard many users have switched to other alternatives. This
tungsten is used primarily for DC welding of carbon & stainless steels,
nickel alloys and titanium,etc..