Assertion: graphite electrode | /r/HasProperty | superior
Facets:
value: because of better arc-starting
type: CAUSE
value: because of their higher electron output
type: CAUSE
value: to pure tungsten electrodes
type: OTHER
value: because of arc
type: CAUSE
value: because of stability
type: CAUSE
Source sentences:
text: Thoriated tungsten electrodes (1 or 2 percent thorium) are superior to pure tungsten electrodes because of their higher electron output, better arc-starting and arc stability, high current-carrying capacity, longer life, and greater resistance to contamination.