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QAK-2 - ESAB QAK-2 TIG Torch Consumable Kit for 17/18/26 Series

Packaging: pack of 1
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OVERVIEW

Get Welding Faster

Stop wasting time hunting for individual parts and grab the ESAB QAK-2 TIG Accessory Kit. Whether you have just purchased a new TIG welder or need to restock your shop's maintenance drawer, this kit is the ultimate convenience package. It is specifically designed to fit the most popular TIG torches on the market—the 17, 18, and 26 series—taking the guesswork out of compatibility and setup.

Inside the box, you will find everything you need to build out the front end of your torch. The kit includes a selection of collets and collet bodies to match common tungsten sizes, ensuring you are ready for various thicknesses of material. We know that welding isn't always done on a comfortable workbench, which is why this kit includes both a long back cap for standard use and a short back cap for those tight, hard-to-reach corners where a full-size torch just won't fit.

Quality matters when you are under the hood. With genuine ESAB components, you can trust that your consumables will hold up to the heat and keep your arc stable. The high-quality alumina cups and precision-machined brass parts ensure smooth gas coverage and consistent performance. Keep a QAK-2 kit in your toolbox or welding cart, and you will never be caught off guard by a missing part again.

Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Packaging Description:pack of 1
Product Type:TIG Accessory Kit
Compatible Torch Series:17 Series, 18 Series, 26 Series
Kit Type:Front End Consumables
Cooling Method:Air Cooled, Water Cooled

INCLUDED

  • Collets (Assorted Sizes)
  • Collet Bodies (Assorted Sizes)
  • Alumina Nozzles / Cups (Assorted Sizes)
  • Long Back Cap
  • Short Back Cap
  • Storage Container

APPLICATIONS

  • TIG Torch Setup and Configuration
  • Routine Torch Maintenance
  • General Fabrication
  • Automotive Repair
  • Field Welding and Repair

FAQ

The QAK-2 kit is compatible with all standard 17, 18, and 26 series TIG torches, regardless of the specific brand, as long as they follow the standard industry geometry.

Typically, the QAK-2 kit includes the hardware (collets, bodies, cups, caps) but does not include the tungsten electrodes themselves. These must be purchased separately based on your specific alloy requirements.

The long back cap accommodates full-length tungsten electrodes for standard welding. The short back cap is used with cut-down tungsten to significantly reduce the overall length of the torch, allowing access to tight spaces.

Yes, the consumables (collets, bodies, nozzles) are standard hardware suitable for both AC (aluminum/magnesium) and DC (steel/stainless) TIG welding processes.

Yes, the 18 series torch is water-cooled and uses the same front-end consumables as the air-cooled 17 and 26 series. This kit fits all three.

The nozzles (cups) in this kit are made of high-quality Alumina ceramic, designed to resist high heat and thermal shock.

Yes, the ESBQAK-2 is a genuine ESAB accessory kit.

No, TIG torch consumables are designed to be hand-tightened. The back cap tightens the collet against the collet body to hold the tungsten.