10N23S - Weldcraft 10N23S 1/16" Stubby TIG Collet (2-Pack)

Get Into Tight Spaces with the Weldcraft 10N23S

Every TIG welder knows the frustration of trying to jam a standard #17 or #26 torch into a tight corner, roll cage cluster, or exhaust manifold collector. The torch head is just too long, and you end up extending your tungsten way too far, losing gas coverage and dipping your tip. The solution isn't buying a whole new torch—it's the Weldcraft 10N23S Stubby Collet. This little piece of copper is the heart of the "stubby kit" conversion that pros swear by. By switching to this stubby collet (along with a stubby collet body and cup), you effectively shrink the front end of your heavy-duty torch, making it handle like a compact #9 torch without sacrificing the amperage capability of your air-cooled #17 or #26.

This specific collet is sized for 1/16" (1.6mm) tungsten, which is perfect for precision work on sheet metal, chromoly tubing, and stainless exhaust piping. Because it is a genuine Weldcraft part, you don't have to worry about the quality. Cheap knock-off collets often twist, deform, or fail to grip the tungsten properly after a few heat cycles. Weldcraft collets are machined to exact tolerances to ensure a crisp, tight grip on your electrode every time you tighten the back cap. This means better current transfer, a more stable arc, and less frustration when you are under the hood.

Whether you are a pipe welder making root passes in a boiler or a motorsports fabricator building a custom header, the stubby setup is a game-changer. It brings your hand closer to the work for better control and allows you to weld in places that were previously impossible to reach. This package comes with two collets, so you can keep a spare in your rig or toolbox. Don't let a bulky torch limit your welds; upgrade your consumables to the stubby system and weld comfortably in any position.