Ian Johnson Discusses TIG Arc Starts - Part 1: 4T

Welders such as Rebel and some our ET Series of TIG/Stick welders use an arc starting technology called Lift TIG. They also offer options to weld using a 2T or a 4T mode - that is, you need to press the trigger 2 Times or 4 Times, respectively, to complete a weld sequence.

When he is not using a remote foot control, Ian Johnson prefers using the 4T method, and he explains why in this video.