TIG Torch Setup

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I took a TIG welding course at a local college but the curriculum did not include system setup or consumables.  It was hands on given a single size/type of tungsten/cup and filler rod - geared more towards the physical coordination of welding.The question is:  Is there a consolidated resource for selecting torch consumables relative to amperage, part thickness, material, etc.?Maxstar 150 STHVictor OACalifornia SunshineIn case of doubt, speak loudly. Vlado Lubarda
Reply:There is such a variation that depends on personal preference along with job critical parameters.    Me personally I prefer the smallest  tungsten along with the  smallest filler wire  for a particular application and  amperage I can get away with.   having said that  here are a few links that will point you in a general direction and where you can order consumables.http://www.usaweld.com/Tungsten-s/59.htmhttp://www.usaweld.com/TIG-Torch-Rep...eries-s/85.htm
Reply:Miller has changed a bunch of stuff around on their site. I think if you click on the link on the right hand side of the page it will allow you to download their tig hand book. They also have apps that allow you to figure out amps, tungsten size etc. I have one of their old slide rule calculators for tig that does pretty much the same thing. I don't know if they have those any longer or not.https://www.millerwelds.com/resources/welding-resources.No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan