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TX255WFL Kemppi Flexlite TX K5 255WFL Water Cooled 250 Amp TIG Torch, with Rotate & Lock Neck (Without Consumables) 7 Pin
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    Kemppi Flexlite TX K5 255WFL Water Cooled 250 Amp TIG Torch, with Rotate & Lock Neck (Without Consumables) 7 Pin
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    EVERYDAY WELDING COMFORT

    Kemppi presents the latest in their TIG torch range; the Flexlite TX series. These TIG torches are designed for the best reliable welding performances with a focus on the process of everyday welding. All Flexlite TX products feature tremendous technical performance lifespans and there are plenty of different sizes and types to choose from to fit your welding needs. Flexlite TX welding torches provide excellent user comfort and lower the chance of welder fatigue. A firm grip is made from silicone rubber and the torches’ innovative design reduces time in wrist loading, allowing more time to concentrate on welding tasks.

    All Flexlite TX welding torches comply with standard IEC 60974-7.

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    Kemppi Flexlite TX K5 Torches - 7 Pin FAQs

    Answers to common questions about choosing, connecting and looking after 7-pin TIG torches in air-cooled and water-cooled versions.

    What do the amp rating and duty cycle on a TIG torch mean?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

    The amp rating is the current the torch is designed to carry, and the duty cycle is the share of a 10-minute period it can run at that current without overheating. Running above the rated current reduces the duty cycle, and a torch usually has no thermal cut-out of its own, so the machine's protection may not stop it. The consumables, hose and handle can be damaged if it overheats.

    If different parts of a torch have different current limits, the lowest one is the limit that applies. Always match the torch rating to your power source and your typical welding current, and read the exact figures from the data plate and manual rather than from a general guide.

    What is the difference between a flexible neck, a rigid angled neck and a swivel or rotate-and-lock head?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

    A flexible neck can be bent by hand to reach awkward joints, though the bending point can loosen with repeated use. A rigid angled neck holds one fixed angle and is usually the choice for steady, repeatable work on open joints. Swivel and rotate-and-lock designs let you change the head angle without bending a neck, which can help with pipe and repeated positions.

    There is no single best option: pick the style that matches the joints you weld most often, then choose the size of torch from the current you need. Our team can help you choose if you are unsure.

    Does the 7-pin control connector matter, and what does the torch switch do?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

    Yes. The control connector carries the start signal and, on some torches, the current adjustment signal, so it has to match the remote or torch socket on your power source. A 7-pin torch will not necessarily suit a machine with a different connector, and the same pin count does not always guarantee a fit, so check your welding machine's manual.

    Most torches have a handle switch for start and stop. Current adjustment from the handle is only possible on torches with a remote-type control in the handle, and how the switch behaves (for example 2T or 4T) depends on the machine's settings. Check the torch specification before you buy.

    Do I need a torch with a gas valve for scratch start or lift arc TIG?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

    If you are using a stick (MMA) power source for TIG, you generally need a torch with a manual gas valve in the torch body, because the machine does not control the gas for you. You open the valve to start the shielding gas flow, then strike the arc by scratch or touch start. Torches with a valve are designed for this purpose, usually on the air-cooled side.

    If your machine is a full TIG power source with a torch socket and gas control, you would normally use a torch without a valve and let the machine control the gas. Scratch start carries a higher risk of tungsten contamination, so it is not recommended for critical welds.

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