CK17-12-RSF RG - CK Worldwide CK17 Air-Cooled TIG Torch Package, 150A, 12.5ft Superflex Cable

Technical Overview of the CK Worldwide CK17-12-RSF RG

The CK Worldwide CK17 is the industry-standard air-cooled TIG torch, renowned for its balance of size, amperage capacity, and durability. This specific package, the CK17-12-RSF RG, features a rigid head design coupled with a 12.5-foot Superflex power cable. Rated at 150 amps at 100% duty cycle (ACHF or DCSP), the CK17 provides sufficient power for a wide range of light to medium-duty fabrication tasks without the complexity of a water-cooled system. The torch body is constructed from high-temperature silicone rubber insulation, which prevents current leakage and resists cracking and chipping better than traditional hard plastic torches.

The defining feature of this package is the Superflex cable assembly. Unlike standard vinyl or rubber cables that can stiffen in cold environments or resist movement, the Superflex cable utilizes a silicone rubber hose with a nylon over-braid. This construction allows the cable to remain incredibly flexible across a wide temperature range, ensuring that the torch moves with the operator's hand rather than fighting against it. The 1-piece power cable design incorporates the power conductor within the gas hose, terminating in a standard 3/8"-24 RH connection, making it compatible with a wide variety of power sources when paired with the correct DINSE or stud adapter.

This torch utilizes standard 3-series (10N series) consumables, which are universally available and interchangeable with other 17, 18, and 26 series torches. The rigid head geometry offers a fixed angle that is ideal for bench work and repetitive welding positions where a flex head is not required. By minimizing the number of moving parts in the head assembly, the rigid design offers maximum longevity and thermal efficiency.