998101 - ESAB W-17 Welding Head Size 55

Precision Replacement for W-17 Torches

The ESAB W-17 Welding Head, Size #55 (998101) is a specialized component designed to maintain the operational integrity of the classic W-17 heavy-duty welding torch series. Originally developed under the Linde/L-Tec heritage, the W-17 platform is renowned for its robustness in industrial fabrication and maintenance environments. This welding head serves as the critical interface for flame shaping and gas mixing at the point of application.

Engineered to exact specifications, the Size #55 head provides a specific flow rate and flame characteristic suitable for medium-to-heavy welding tasks. The assembly is manufactured from high-grade copper alloys, ensuring excellent thermal conductivity and resistance to flashback or deformation under prolonged heat exposure. The precision-machined connection threads guarantee a secure, leak-free fitment to the torch handle, essential for safety and process consistency in oxy-fuel welding.

For industrial MRO professionals maintaining legacy equipment, using genuine ESAB (formerly Linde) parts is crucial for ensuring compatibility and performance. This welding head restores the torch's ability to produce a neutral, stable flame, allowing for high-quality welds on steel and other ferrous metals. It is an essential spare part for workshops utilizing the W-17 system for structural repairs, pipe welding, or heavy equipment maintenance.