MILLER - WELDCRAFT WP-26 Air-cooled Torch Body A-200

Miller - Weldcraft WP-26 TIG (tungsten inert gas) torch body is attached to compatible consumables and torch handle to create an air cooled TIG torch. This unit is made from high quality copper alloys, making it ideal for welding using current up to 250A. The torch is cooled by shielding gas and ambient air during welding tasks and therefore, does not require an external water hose or source. Miller - Weldcraft TIG torch WP-26 is easier to install & maintain, and is better suited for mobile welding applications or outdoor use than water cooled torches. However, it may become too hot if used for prolonged time periods. Miller - Weldcraft TIG torch WP-26 is ideal for short, low amperage welding applications. It comes equipped with an A-200 gas control valve for ensuring rapid adjustment of shielding gas flow. The attached flex can offer more flexibility with its flexible neck and can easily adjust to any angle for excellent torch control in limited access joints.

Uses:

Miller - Weldcraft WP-26 TIG torch is an air cooled unit that offers a wide combination of features, making it useful for heavy duty welding, manufacturing and maintenance & repair applications in the fabrication & ship building industries.

Working Mechanism:

• A low voltage, high current supply or spark is transferred by the power source to the tungsten or welding electrode. This electrode is connected to the negative terminal of the workpiece and the power source is connected to the positive terminal.
• Tungsten is a non consumable electrode that provides a highly intense arc to melt base metals and form a welding joint.
• Shielded gases like helium & argon are supplied through the pressure and regulating valves to the welding torch. These gases form a safe shield that does not permit any reactive gases (including oxygen) into the weld zone. The gases also generate plasma, which maximises the heat capacity of the electric arc, thus maximising welding ability.
• For welding thin materials, there is no need of filler metal. However, for making thick joints, some filler material is used in the form of rods which are fed manually by the welder into the welding zone.

Features:

• Miller - Weldcraft air cooled WP-26 TIG torch is well suited for general purpose heavy duty welding applications in the manufacturing, fabrication and shipbuilding industries.
• It has heavy copper construction to deliver optimal welding capacity for rugged fieldwork.
• It comes equipped with a A-200 valve to provide a gas control function for ensuring quick & simple adjustment of shielding gas flow.
• Owing to the flexible neck of A-200 valve, it can be easily adjusted to any angle for excellent torch control in limited access joints.

Compatible Accessories:

• Miller - Weldcraft TIG torch cable covers: The brand's cable covers feature woven nylon construction and a cowboy zipper jacket design for excellent abrasion and wear resistance.
• Miller - Weldcraft nozzles: The brand's nozzle lava and nozzle alumina are designed to be used for medium and low amperage applications, respectively and are ideal for resisting cracking.

Standards and Approvals:

Miller - Weldcraft WP-26 TIG torch body is CE approved to deliver high quality services and utmost safety of the user.

Installation:

The welding process using Miller - Weldcraft air cooled WP-26 TIG torch utilises cup, collet body, collet, backcap (including O-ring), torch body, handle, water hose, gas hose, power cable, power cable adapter, international style adapter and water hose for international style adapter, to keep connections tight for secure & quick installation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What does the torch body do?

A. The TIG torch is a tool that the welder holds and manipulates to make the weld. It provides a valve and connection for the fuel gas & oxygen, a mixing chamber which is set at an angle where the oxygen and fuel gas mix, a handle for the welder to grasp, and a tip where the flame forms.

Q. What is the difference between MIG and TIG welding?

A. The difference between both is the style the arc utilises. The TIG welding process uses long rods to join two metals directly together. However, MIG (metal inert gas) welding uses a feed wire that enables constant movement through the gun for creating the spark, and then melts to form the weld.

Q. What are the different types of TIG torches?

A. The main types of TIG torches are water cooled and air cooled torches. Water cooled torches are ideal for welding above 200A at a high duty cycle, whereas air cooled torches are ideal for operation up to 250A.