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Reliable, Simple and High Performing Premium Argon Cylinders and Welding Gas for Manufacturing, Transport, Mining and other industries.
Our ARCAL™ Welding Gas
| ARCAL™ Prime | ARCAL™ Chrome | ARCAL™ Speed | ARCAL™ Force |
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| > 99.998% Argon | 98% Argon - 2% CO2 Mix | 92% Argon - 8% CO2 Mix | 82% Argon - 18% CO2 Mix |
| TIG and MIG welding | MIG welding | High-speed MIG welding | MIG welding |
| Stainless steel and aluminium | Stainless steel | Carbon steels | Carbon steels |
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Ready-to-Weld Argon Mixtures
Air Liquide's Premium Brand of Arc Welding Gases
If your current welding gases are not delivering the performance that you need, ARCAL™ will get you there.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gas Welding
What are the main types of gases used for welding?
The gases used for welding are often referred to as shielding gases. They include inert gases such as Argon and Helium, semi-inert gases like Nitrogen, reducing gases such as Hydrogen (H2), and active gases like Oxygen (O2) and Carbon Dioxide (CO2). A small percentage of H2, O2, and N2 can be added to Argon to produce the desired weld quality.
What is the best MIG welding gas for stainless steel?
Our recommended shielding gas for MIG welding stainless steel with solid wire is ARCAL™ Chrome (2% CO2 with balance Argon). Having 2% CO2 in Argon stabilises the arc, provides good wetting action and thereby results in a quality weld.
Where can I find more details of the ARCAL™ Range?
Discover more details about the ARCAL™ Range below. If you have specific questions, feel free to drop us a call anytime.
| Product Feature | ARCAL™ Prime | ARCAL™ Speed | ARCAL™ Chrome | ARCAL™ Force | Industry Standard Product |
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| Gas Composition | 100% Argon | 88% Argon - 12% CO2 mix |
98% Argon - 2% CO2 mix |
82% Argon-18% CO2 mix | Argon, 5%-20% CO2, <5% O2 |
| Application | TIG and MIG welding | High-speed MIG welding | MIG welding | MIG welding | MIG welding |
| Optimal Materials | Stainless steel and aluminium | Carbon steels | Stainless steel | Carbon steels | Carbon steels |
| Welding Speed | Standard | High | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spatter Levels | Little to None | Low | Low | Moderate to High | Moderate to High |
| Arc Stability | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Finish Quality | High-quality, clean finish | Smooth, clean finish | High-quality, clean finish | Good, some cleanup may be required | Good, some cleanup may be required |
| User Friendliness | High (simple and straightforward) | High (optimised for easy handling) | High (simple and straightforward) | Moderate (easy to use) | Moderate (easy to use) |
Where can I buy Air Liquide welding gas?
You can purchase our welding gases directly through Air Liquide Australia or pick up from one of your local Air Liquide Agents or ALbee Resellers. Simply use our online Agent Finder to locate your nearest stockist. To enquire about setting up an account fill out our Contact Us form and our friendly staff will be in touch.
Does Air Liquide offer gas cylinder rental, or can I purchase my own cylinders?
Yes, at Air Liquide we offer both a cylinder rental and purchase options
- For industrial or high-volume use, rental or exchange cylinder programs are available through our packaged gas and industrial gas supply modes. Contact us today to receive a quote.
- For long-term operations or mobile use, the ALbee™ rent‑free cylinder range allows customers to buy the bottle outright, eliminating rental fees. Only gas refills are charged when swapping out after initial purchase.
Check out our ALbee™ range.
Is ARCAL™ only available in Cylinders?
ARCAL™ is available in cylinders, packs, skid tanks and bulk depending on your monthly consumption requirements. However, ONLY cylinders are equipped with innovative TOPs. Check with us directly for custom recommendations.
Can I place orders online?
Yes, you can order through our online customer portal myGAS. On myGAS you can also get access to all of your invoices, view dockets and pay invoices. If this is something that interests you, you can create your account to Air Liquide’s online MyGas portal via this link.
What is the Unlocking the Hidden Costs of Welding (UHCW) Program?
Which gas cylinder top should I choose? Are they really better than the standard ones?
Air Liquide offers a range of advanced cylinder valve technologies that provide greater safety, convenience and efficiency compared to standard valve setups. The ARCAL™ range comes in SMARTOP™, EXELTOP™ or ALTOP™.
Ideal for general-purpose users who want to save time and gas and improve workplace safety, compared to a standard valve.
Features include: on/off lever, ergonomic cap for easy handling, contents gauge, prevents back-flow contamination
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Our safe SMARTOP™ valve
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Our premium cylinder technologies — EXELTOP™, and ALTOP™ — are integrated valves with features like built-in regulators, content gauges, and quick‑connect for hoses that reduce down time, improve safety, ease of use, and portability.
These are superior to conventional cylinder tops because they reduce setup time, regulator-free option, minimise leak risk, and are ergonomically designed for field work.
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Our advanced EXELTOP™ valve
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Our innovative ALTOP™ valve
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Cylinder TOPs available
Slash the time you spend on managing welding gas cylinders with our innovative TOPs. Switch to a fresh cylinder in a few clicks and check that you have enough gas in a single glance!
EXELTOP™
Equipped with a two-stage built-in regulator
- The dual-stage regulator ensures consistent flow rates even at low pressures.
- The quick connect system allows for seamless cylinder changes.
- Easy monitoring with an intuitive on/off lever and a permanent pressure gauge.
- Built with a strengthened aluminium guard and rapid shut-off feature.
ALTOP™
A built-in regulator that saves you time
- The integrated regulator means no need to remove and reattach external regulators.
- The protective cover and built-in safety features ensure safe handling and operation.
SMARTOP™
A smart residual pressure valve
- The ergonomic design with an on/off lever simplifies handling.
- The built-in residual pressure valve prevents contamination and enhances safety.
- The permanent content gauge allows you to check gas levels at any time.