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PWP17VFX - WP17 Flex Head TIG Torch Body with Gas Valve

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OVERVIEW

Get Into Tight Spots with Ease

Every welder knows the frustration of trying to lay a perfect bead in a corner or around a pipe where a standard rigid torch just won't fit. The Parker PWP17VFX TIG Torch Body is the solution to those awkward angles. With its fully flexible neck, you can bend the head of the torch to the exact angle you need, giving you the visibility and electrode control required for high-quality welds in the most difficult positions. Whether you are working on a roll cage, exhaust piping, or intricate artistic work, this flex head adapts to the job, not the other way around.

Perfect for Scratch-Start Setups

If you are running a TIG setup off a generator or a standard Stick welder, you likely don't have a built-in gas solenoid to control your argon flow. The PWP17VFX comes equipped with a convenient gas valve right on the handle. This gives you full manual control over your shielding gas directly at the torch. Simply twist the valve to start the flow before you strike your arc, and twist it back to save gas when you're done. It is the ultimate upgrade for mobile welders and rig welders who need reliability and control in the field.

This torch body is air-cooled and rated for 150 amps, handling the majority of steel and stainless steel jobs with ease. It uses standard WP17 consumables, so you won't need to buy special cups or collets. Rugged, reliable, and designed for the real world, the PWP17VFX is a must-have for your welding kit.

Additional Information
Item:Torch Body
Head Style:Flex with Valve
Style/Amps/Cooling:17 / 150 Amps / Air Cooled
Brand:Parker
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Torch Type:Air Cooled TIG
Amperage Rating:150A
Cooling Method:Air Cooled
Head Type:Flexible
Gas Valve:Yes
Duty Cycle:60%

INCLUDED

  • 1 x PWP17VFX Flex Head Torch Body with Valve

APPLICATIONS

  • Pipe welding in restricted spaces and tight corners
  • Field maintenance and repair on Stick welding machines
  • Scratch-start and Lift-Arc TIG applications
  • Automotive exhaust and roll cage fabrication
  • General light-to-medium duty fabrication
  • Aerospace and precision metalwork requiring unique torch angles

FAQ

It uses standard WP17 series consumables, including 10N series collets, collet bodies, and ceramic cups.

A valve is necessary when using a welding machine that does not have a built-in gas solenoid, such as a Stick welder used for TIG welding. It allows you to manually turn the gas on and off.

The PWP17VFX is an air-cooled torch body.

It is rated for 150 Amps DC and 115 Amps AC at a 60% duty cycle.

Yes, the flexible neck is designed to be adjusted to different angles. However, excessive or sharp bending back and forth while hot should be minimized to prolong the life of the copper conductor inside.

Yes, it features a standard 3/8-24 RH thread connection compatible with standard 1-piece and 2-piece power cables for WP17 torches.

Yes, within its amperage rating (115A AC). However, for heavy aluminum work requiring higher amperage, a water-cooled torch (WP18 or WP20) is generally recommended.