Use our argon and CO2 blend in MIG, or gas metal arc welding (GMAW), applications to reduce weak spots and support stronger welds in mild steel.
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OXARC has been working closely with welding shops and industries across the Pacific Northwest (PNW) since 1968. We know project success depends on choosing the right gas, so we’ve developed proven blends for a variety of materials and applications.
As a welding gas supplier with locations in Oregon, Washington and Idaho, we offer a range of blends for all your welding needs.
Our team can also develop custom blends for your specific application.
Use our argon and CO2 blend in MIG, or gas metal arc welding (GMAW), applications to reduce weak spots and support stronger welds in mild steel.
Argon is the industry standard for Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding and is also used in certain plasma welding applications, especially with aluminum and stainless steel. It’s an appropriate welding gas for detailed, high-spec welds.
Oxy-fuel cutting and brazing rely on this welding gas, which is the hottest burning fuel gas. The hot, focused flame is ideal for joining dissimilar metals and cutting steel.
Our industrial-grade oxygen and high-purity grades improve plasma cutting results for steel and other ferrous metals, speed your process and minimize edge prep.
Its high thermal conductivity and low density make helium suitable for welding nonferrous metals including aluminum and copper alloys. This welding gas enables faster welds at higher flow rates. Helium is sometimes mixed with argon to increase arc heat and penetration in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) or GMAW.
For MIG welding of carbon steel, carbon dioxide gas and CO2 blends support forming, casting and cutting while protecting metals from atmospheric contamination.
Choose argon/oxygen/CO2, argon/hydrogen/CO2, or argon/helium/CO2 or our other gas mixtures for specialized welding needs.
Fabricators trust our Star Blend gases to meet welding requirements and deliver exceptional performance.
OXARC Star Blend experts can help you choose the right solution for your application.
Stargon argon-based blends minimize fume generation and spatter while supporting cleaner, consistent welds with enhanced arc stability. Our Stargon line is popular for MIG and Metal Active Gas (MAG) welding of steel and steel alloys.
These welding blends feature helium and argon. Designed to enhance heat input, puddle fluidity, travel speeds and penetration, Helistar products are a good choice for MIG and TIG welding of aluminum, copper and stainless steel.
With a precise blend of argon and hydrogen, these products are suitable for TIG welding of stainless steel and nickel alloys. Designed for enhanced weld-bead cleanliness and improved puddle wetting, the Hydrostar suite of blends supports smooth welds and higher travel speeds, making it a good choice for projects where precision and surface finish are priorities.
OXARC delivers consistent, high-quality welding blends in Idaho and across the PNW, batch after batch, to support your critical operations. The Specialty Gas Center at our Pasco, WA, location features an analytical lab with advanced chromatographs and other equipment that allows us to blend and verify the purity of our specialty gases.
Dedicated pumps, vaporizers, and filling manifolds maintain gas purity, while residual pressure valves prevent cylinder contamination. We test and inspect each cylinder and tank before they leave our facilities, and each valve is shrink-wrapped to ensure purity. With robust documentation and support, we provide reliable, audit-ready quality.
You need more than a company that will drop off tanks, and OXARC is a trusted community partner. Our experienced team can troubleshoot, recommend optimal gas blends and support your safety protocols with safety and personal protective equipment.
Our full inventory of products includes welding equipment, consumables, dry ice blasting equipment, beverage systems and specialty equipment. We also offer a suite of services, including the design and installation of piping systems, maintenance programs and repairs. As part of the Meritus Gas Partners network, OXARC gives you access to broader resources while maintaining local welding gas expertise.
With our own trucking and distribution system, we can help you optimize your delivery schedules, gas management systems and tank sizes to help you manage expenses. We offer bulk and microbulk delivery options to maintain an uninterrupted gas supply. We also rent, lease and sell cylinders, so you can choose an option that matches your needs.
OXARC offers many types of welding supplies in the PNW to make welding more efficient and safer, including:
Our vast welding gas selection includes pure and mixed gases to support specific welding applications, including:
OXARC is proud to serve the PNW with high-quality welding gases, reliable gas delivery and expert support. With our value-added services like gas analysis and cylinder rental programs, we are your source for welding gas and equipment.
Our service area encompasses Puget Sound and cities like Kent, WA, Salem, OR, and Idaho Falls, ID. With dozens of locations across the region, OXARC is sure to have a branch near you to offer fast, professional service. Our locations include:
Safe handling and storage of welding gases are integral to keeping employees and facilities safe. OXARC offers safety training programs to teach welders how to use and store welding gases to prevent product loss and reduce the chance of related injuries and illnesses. Your local OXARC branch can also provide safety data sheets for different gases upon request.
We help you find gas blends that minimize fluctuations in gas purity and mixture consistency, so you get strong, clean welds, even over large orders. Contact OXARC or visit one of our locations to get a quote for your project needs.