What is a 9/17 TIG torch?
TIG torches come in a number of set sizes: 9, 17, 18 & 26. These, generally, are in numerical order, in that 9 is the smallest size torch and 26 is the largest. ‘Generally,’ because the size 20 torch is the water-cooled version of the size 9 (but UNIMIG doesn’t sell that torch).
How do I know what series My TIG torch is?
Most tig torch manufacturers stamp a model number on the neck of the torch. The numbers are often preceded by letters, WP, SR, ER for example. These letters can usually be ignored as it is the number that is important when selecting the correct parts from this section.
What is the difference between a 17 and 26 TIG torch?
the 26 torches are usually 200 amp and the 17 is usually 150 amp. These are pretty big torches , like almost as big as a chipping hammer.
What are the two types of TIG torches?
Types Of TIG Torches – Welding Breakdown
- There are many types of TIG torches for different welding applications.
- There are two main categories of TIG torches: Air/gas cooled and water cooled.Â
- Air cooled TIG torches have only one hose input which is for gas.
Why are there three different standard sized back caps available?
Why are three different standard size back caps available? Larger cap allows for full length tungstens to be used, and smaller caps allow the torch to fit into restricted spaces. How can you tell what type of tungsten electrode you are using?
What Torch numbers use the same consumables?
NOTE The 9 & 20 style torches take the same consumables, as do the 17, 18 & 26 TIG torches.
Are TIG and GTAW the same?
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) is an arc welding process that produces the weld with a non-consumable tungsten electrode. Tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding became an overnight success in the 1940s for joining magnesium and aluminium.
What is the maximum amperage for a gas cooled TIG torch?
Air cooled torches range up to 180 amps with a recommended max. tungsten size of 3.2mm.
What size is a t2 TIG torch?
The Arc T2 is the same size as a WP17 but with 30% more power and better performance than a WP26….Technical Specification.
| Cooling Method | Air-Cooled |
|---|---|
| Electrode Size: | 1.0-4.0mm / 0.04″-5/32″ |
What tungsten is radioactive?
Thoriated tungsten electrodes
Thoriated tungsten electrodes contain thorium, a radioactive material that can pose health and environmental risks at elevated exposure levels.