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by merc1030
Sun Mar 30, 2014 11:22 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: I am trying to swap torches 17 to 26
Replies: 3
Views: 847

Re: I am trying to swap torches 17 to 26

Thank you for both answers , you guys answered my question
by merc1030
Sun Mar 30, 2014 2:45 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: I am trying to swap torches 17 to 26
Replies: 3
Views: 847

I am trying to swap torches 17 to 26

Hi I am trying to swap out my torch from a 17 style to a 26 style but the threAd size on the back of the torch is a totally different size and thread. I have been searching for se kind of adapter fitting,but I am not having much luck.does any body have any suggestions or expierience with trying to c...
by merc1030
Sun Mar 31, 2013 6:54 am
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: w/ gas lenses do you need a diff white insulator
Replies: 4
Views: 719

Re: w/ gas lenses do you need a diff white insulator

I have a praxon torch, I think that is how it is spelled, buy I'm not sure what type of gas lenses they ware, I bought them off of eBay. It said they would fit a 20 style torch but they do look quite a bit bigger in diameter
by merc1030
Sat Mar 30, 2013 9:38 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: w/ gas lenses do you need a diff white insulator
Replies: 4
Views: 719

w/ gas lenses do you need a diff white insulator

i have a 20 torch and want to get gas lenses for it and i am not sure if i need a different white insulator to accomadate the bigger gas lense collet body and cup.
by merc1030
Fri Feb 22, 2013 7:47 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: advantage/ disadvantage to a longer cup
Replies: 4
Views: 757

Re: advantage/ disadvantage to a longer cup

thanks for the info on the cup length and heat issue. the water tank i have was home made and i dont think the pump is pumping enough volume .im going to have to look into the water circulation info
by merc1030
Fri Feb 22, 2013 6:13 pm
Forum: Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding
Topic: advantage/ disadvantage to a longer cup
Replies: 4
Views: 757

advantage/ disadvantage to a longer cup

Are there any advantages / disadvantages to haveing a LONGER gas cup. I've seen longer ones all over the internet but they could just be from a diff manufacturer. Mine is water cooled but my torch has been getting pretty warm when I weld for a little while.