34013 - ESAB Heliarc HW-26FV Flexible TIG Torch Body with Gas Valve

Master Difficult Welds with the ESAB HW-26FV

Take control of your TIG welding experience with the ESAB HW-26FV Torch Body, the ultimate upgrade for welders who need versatility and reliability in the field. If you have ever struggled to get a good torch angle on a roll cage, inside a manifold, or around a pipe obstruction, you know the value of a flex head. The HW-26FV features a durable flexible neck that lets you bend the torch head to the exact angle you need, ensuring your tungsten stays in the puddle and your gas coverage remains perfect, no matter how awkward the position.

Beyond the flex head, this torch body is a lifesaver for mobile rig welders and those running TIG off a generator or Stick machine. The built-in gas valve gives you total control over your shielding gas right at your fingertips. No solenoid on your machine? No problem. Simply hook up your argon line directly to the torch cable, and use the valve on the HW-26FV to open gas flow before you strike your arc and close it after your post-flow. It’s the standard solution for scratch-start and lift-arc setups found on job sites everywhere.

Despite its flexibility, this torch is built tough. It is an air-cooled workhorse rated for 200 amps, meaning it can handle the heat of thicker aluminum and steel jobs without requiring a water cooler. It uses all the standard 26-series consumables you likely already have in your toolbox—cups, collets, and back caps are all interchangeable. Whether you are repairing heavy equipment or fabricating custom stainless exhaust systems, the ESAB HW-26FV gives you the reach and control to lay down stack-of-dimes welds in the tightest spots.