Amplify™ 1.5% Lanthanated Tungsten Electrodes

Reliable arc starts, excellent stability, and long service life for everyday TIG welding.
Amplify™ 1.5% Lanthanated Tungsten Electrodes are high-performance, non-radioactive electrodes engineered for a wide range of TIG welding applications. This popular general-purpose formula delivers performance very similar to 2% lanthanated tungsten, offering excellent arc starts, dependable re-ignition, and long electrode life.

Each package includes ten 7" (175 mm) tungsten electrodes. Amplify™ electrodes meet or exceed ANSI/AWS A5.12, DIN EN 26848, and ISO 6848 standards for consistent quality and dependable performance.

Why Choose 1.5% Lanthanated Tungsten?

• Non-Radioactive Formula: A popular alternative to thoriated tungsten electrodes.
• Excellent Arc Starts: Smooth ignition and dependable re-ignition characteristics.
• Versatile Performance: Ideal for a broad range of general-purpose TIG welding applications.
• Long Electrode Life: Provides excellent service life and stable arc performance.

Key Features

• 1.5% lanthanated tungsten electrode formula
• Gold color code
• Non-radioactive alternative to thoriated tungsten
• Excellent ignition and re-ignition properties
• Very similar performance to 2% lanthanated tungsten
• Long service life
• Meets or exceeds ANSI/AWS A5.12, DIN EN 26848, and ISO 6848 standards
• 7" (175 mm) electrode length
• Package of 10 electrodes

Recommended Applications

• General-purpose TIG welding
• Carbon steel
• Stainless steel
• Nickel alloys
• Chromoly
• Precision fabrication

Available Tungsten Sizes

• .020" (0.5 mm)
• .040" (1.0 mm)
• 1/16" (1.6 mm)
• 3/32" (2.4 mm)
• 1/8" (3.2 mm)
• 5/32" (4.0 mm)
• 3/16" (4.8 mm)
• 1/4" (6.4 mm)

Protective Packaging

Amplify™ tungsten electrodes are packaged in clear plastic storage tubes with removable black vinyl caps. Each tube includes Arc-Zone's trademark wood strip to help reduce moisture contamination and support longer electrode storage life.

*Product packaging may vary.*

Organize and Protect Your Tungsten

Keep your tungsten electrodes clean, separated, and ready to use with the Arc-Saber™ Tungsten Storage Solution.

Learn More About Tungsten Electrodes

Learn how electrode quality affects arc starts, consistency, and TIG welding performance in our guide: What Makes a Quality Tungsten Electrode?

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the gold color code indicate?
Gold identifies the electrode as 1.5% lanthanated tungsten (EWLa-1).

Is 1.5% lanthanated tungsten radioactive?
No. It is a non-radioactive tungsten formula commonly used as an alternative to thoriated tungsten.

How does it compare to 2% lanthanated tungsten?
Its performance is very similar, offering excellent arc starts, arc stability, and long electrode life for general TIG welding applications.

How many electrodes are included?
Each package contains ten 7" (175 mm) tungsten electrodes.

What sizes are available?
Available diameters range from .020" (0.5 mm) through 1/4" (6.4 mm).

Prop 65 Compliant