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0157123059 - ESAB 54N16 #6 Gas Lens Cup for 17/18/26 Torches

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OVERVIEW

Premium ESAB 54N16 Gas Lens Alumina Nozzle

The ESAB 54N16 is a high-performance gas lens alumina nozzle designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional TIG welding. Manufactured from high-grade alumina ceramic, this nozzle offers exceptional resistance to thermal shock and high temperatures, ensuring longevity even during prolonged welding sessions at higher amperages. It is precision-engineered to fit standard gas lens collet bodies found in WP-17, WP-18, and WP-26 series TIG torches, making it a versatile addition to any welder's consumable inventory.

This specific nozzle features a #6 orifice, which corresponds to a 3/8-inch (9.5mm) diameter. The use of a gas lens setup, for which this nozzle is designed, significantly improves the quality of the shielding gas envelope around the weld pool. By smoothing out the turbulence often associated with standard collet bodies, the 54N16 allows for a more stable arc and reduced risk of atmospheric contamination. This is particularly critical when welding reactive metals like stainless steel, titanium, or aluminum, where porosity and oxidation must be strictly controlled.

Industrial professionals rely on ESAB consumables for their consistency and fitment. The 54N16 threads securely onto the gas lens insulator and collet body assembly, providing a tight seal that prevents gas leakage. Its robust ceramic composition resists impact damage better than lower-quality alternatives, reducing the frequency of replacements and downtime. Whether used in aerospace, automotive fabrication, or general pipe welding, this nozzle delivers the reliability required for code-quality welds.

Key Technical Specifications:

  • Part Number: 54N16
  • Size: #6 (3/8" / 9.5mm)
  • Material: High-Impact Alumina Ceramic
  • Compatibility: 17, 18, and 26 Series TIG Torches (Air and Water Cooled)
  • Application: Gas Lens Configurations
Additional Information
Brand:ESAB
Item:Gas Lens Alumina Nozzle
Size:#6 (3/8")
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Compatible Torch Series:17 Series, 18 Series, 26 Series
Material:Alumina Ceramic
Part Number:54N16
Orifice Diameter:3/8 inch (9.5mm)
Accessory Type:TIG Consumable

INCLUDED

  • 1 x ESAB 54N16 Gas Lens Alumina Nozzle (#6)

APPLICATIONS

  • Precision TIG welding of stainless steel and aluminum
  • Pipe and tube fabrication
  • Automotive exhaust and intake welding
  • Aerospace component repair
  • General fabrication requiring extended tungsten stick-out

FAQ

The 54N16 fits 17, 18, and 26 series TIG torches, including air-cooled and water-cooled models, provided they are equipped with a gas lens collet body.

It is a size #6 nozzle, which has an orifice diameter of 3/8 inch or approximately 9.5mm.

Yes, this is a gas lens nozzle. It requires a gas lens collet body (typically the 45V series) rather than a standard collet body.

It is made from high-grade alumina ceramic, known for its excellent electrical insulation and heat resistance properties.

Yes, the alumina material is durable enough for walking the cup techniques, although the #6 size is relatively small compared to larger cups often used for pipe walking.

A gas lens nozzle is designed to work with a mesh screen collet body to straighten the gas flow, reducing turbulence and improving shielding coverage compared to standard nozzles.

Yes, this SKU typically refers to a single nozzle unit.

No, WP-9 and WP-20 torches use the 13N series (standard) or 53N series (gas lens) nozzles. The 54N series is too large for those torches.