The dimension from the outer face of the torch nozzle to the work piece.
glossary
glossary
The distance between the outer most portion of the torch and the work surface.
In plasma arc welding, a plasma arc established between the electrode and the work-piece.
An arc welding process wherein coalescence is produced by heating with an arc between a single tungsten (nonconsumable) electrode and the work Shielding is obtained from a gas or gas mixture. Pressure may or may not be used and filler metal may or may not be used. (Also called Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
References the removal of slag, tight means it does not release readily, and will require moderate chipping to remove.