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VTR-18F - 18 Series Water-Cooled Flex Head TIG Torch Body 350A

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Replacement Body for 18 Series TIG Torches

The VTR-18F TIG Torch Body is a professional-grade replacement component designed for 18 Series water-cooled TIG torch assemblies. Built to meet the demands of industrial manufacturing and fabrication shops, this torch body restores the functionality of your welding equipment, ensuring consistent performance at high amperages. Whether you are repairing a damaged torch or building a custom setup, this body delivers the durability and conductivity professional welders expect.

Rated for 350 Amps DC and 260 Amps AC, this water-cooled body is constructed with high-temperature silicone rubber insulation that resists cracking and electrical leakage. The core feature is its flexible neck, which provides the operator with the ability to customize the torch angle. This flexibility reduces wrist strain and improves visibility in tight welding joints, leading to better weld puddle control and reduced defect rates.

This torch body is designed as a direct replacement for standard WP-18F style bodies. It utilizes standard thread connections for power cables and water hoses, ensuring compatibility with most major TIG welding power sources and water coolers. By maintaining a cool operating temperature through its water-cooling chambers, it extends the life of your consumables—collets, collet bodies, and nozzles—saving you money on operational costs over time.

Technical Specifications

  • Series Compatibility: 18 Series (WP-18)
  • Cooling Type: Water-Cooled
  • Amperage Capacity: 350A
  • Head Type: Flexible
Additional Information
Item:Torch Body
Style/Amps/Cooling:18 / 350 Amps / Water Cooled
Head Style:Flex
Brand:Generic
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Torch Type:TIG
Amperage Rating:350A
Cooling Method:Water-cooled
Series Compatibility:18 Series
Head Type:Flexible

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Flex Head TIG Torch Body (18 Series)

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy industrial fabrication
  • Aluminum ship repair and construction
  • Pipe welding in confined spaces
  • Aerospace component manufacturing
  • Automotive roll cage fabrication
  • Precision TIG welding requiring variable angles

FAQ

Yes, this torch body is designed to be fully compatible with standard 18 Series consumables, including collets, collet bodies, gas lenses, and alumina cups.

This torch body is rated for up to 350 Amps DC and approximately 260 Amps AC, provided it is properly connected to a functioning water-cooling system.

No, this is the torch body only. You will need to install it into your existing handle and connect it to your existing power cable and water hoses.

The flex head is designed to be adjusted to various angles to reach tight spots. However, it should not be bent beyond 45 degrees repeatedly or twisted excessively, as this can eventually fatigue the internal copper conductor.

Yes, because this is an 18 Series torch body designed for high amperage, it requires a water cooler. Using it without water flow will quickly destroy the torch body due to overheating.

This is a water-cooled torch body. If you need an air-cooled version, you would typically look for a 17 Series or 26 Series torch body.

The connections are standard for 18 Series torches, typically featuring a 3/8"-24 LH thread for the power cable/water return, and standard fittings for gas and water in.