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CK 9 gas-cooled 125 amp ACHF or DCSP @ 100% 19.0cm (7.5"), 78gm, 2 series head accessories.
Fitted with CK's Superflex Cable
Lightest most flexible cable assemblies available.
Available for all gas-cooled or water-cooled torches.
Lightweight silicon rubber hose with nylon over braid protection to resist abrasion.
Replaces heavy, stiff cables increasing range of motion.
Stays flexible even in the coldest environments.
Great for intricate precise welding applications.
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Answers to common questions about choosing and using a complete light-duty, air-cooled TIG torch package.
A rigid head gives a stable, repeatable feel and is generally the more durable option, so it suits repetitive or precision work. A flexible head can be bent to reach awkward joints without twisting your wrist or body, which makes it more versatile; the flexible neck can loosen over time with heavy use.A pencil-style torch is slim and short, so it suits very tight access, such as small pipe or confined corners, although the grip can be less comfortable over long runs. Think about the joints you weld most and how much room you have.
A valve on the torch handle lets you switch the shielding gas on and off at the torch. It is most useful if your welding machine has no built-in gas solenoid to control the gas for you, and it can also be handy for checking flow or purging the hose.If your machine already controls the gas, a torch without a valve works perfectly well and is simpler. Check your machine's manual to see how gas is controlled before you choose. Our team can help you pick the right arrangement.
The rating is the current the torch is designed to carry for a stated share of a 10-minute period, which is the usual way duty cycle is defined; some makers use a 5-minute period instead. The figure only applies at the current shown with it.Welding above that rating, or for longer than the duty cycle allows, can overheat the torch and cable. Choose a torch whose rating is at or above the current you actually weld at, and check the maker's conditions for the rating, such as AC or DC, gas type and cable length.
Most TIG arcs are started with high frequency, which produces very short sparks of several thousand volts so the arc jumps the gap without the tungsten touching the metal. This keeps the electrode clean and the start reliable.High frequency can cause interference with nearby electronic equipment, so keep the torch cable and work lead tidy and away from sensitive devices. People with medical implants such as pacemakers should take advice from their doctor and the equipment maker before working near TIG equipment. Never use a torch or cable with damaged insulation, because of the risk of electric shock; stop work and have it repaired or replaced by a competent person.
