45V24 - Weldcraft 45V24 Gas Lens .040 for 17/18/26 Torches (2-Pack)

Optimize Your TIG Welds with Weldcraft 45V24 Gas Lenses

Take your TIG welding precision to the next level with the Weldcraft 45V24 Gas Lens, specifically sized for .040" (1.0mm) tungsten electrodes. Sold in a convenient pack of two, these gas lenses are a must-have for professional fabricators and serious hobbyists using 17, 18, or 26 series torches. By replacing your standard collet body with a high-quality gas lens, you effectively upgrade the capability of your torch, resulting in cleaner welds, less post-weld cleaning, and greater control over the welding arc.

Superior Gas Shielding Technology

The core feature of the 45V24 is its internal mesh screen system. In a standard setup, shielding gas can exit the nozzle in a turbulent cloud, which can pull in oxygen and nitrogen from the surrounding air, leading to weld defects. The Weldcraft gas lens rectifies this by organizing the gas flow into a laminar stream. This smooth column of argon envelops the weld pool and the cooling tungsten, providing robust protection even in draftier shop environments. The result is a brighter, cleaner weld bead with reduced heat-tint colors on stainless steel.

Reach Tight Spots with Confidence

Visibility is key to a good TIG weld. Standard nozzles often force you to keep the cup close to the work, obstructing your view of the puddle. With the 45V24 Gas Lens, the stable gas stream allows you to extend your tungsten stick-out significantly further than conventional setups permit. This means you can reach into deep V-grooves, inside corners, and around tubing clusters while maintaining a clear line of sight to the arc. This added versatility makes the 45V24 an invaluable tool for intricate automotive work, roll cage fabrication, and precision pipe welding.

Genuine Weldcraft Quality

When it comes to TIG consumables, precision matters. Weldcraft (a Miller Electric brand) is renowned for manufacturing parts with high-quality brass and durable stainless steel mesh. Cheap generic lenses often suffer from poor threading or inconsistent screen density, which can lead to erratic gas flow. By choosing genuine Weldcraft 45V24 lenses, you ensure perfect conductivity and thermal transfer within your torch head, prolonging the life of your torch and ensuring consistent performance arc after arc.