634706R - ESAB Heliarc HW-17RV Air-Cooled TIG Torch with Valve, 25 ft

ESAB Heliarc HW-17RV TIG Torch - 25 ft

The ESAB Heliarc HW-17RV is a robust, air-cooled TIG torch designed to meet the demanding needs of professional welders. Known for its reliability and ergonomic design, the HW-17 series is one of the most widely used torch styles in the industry. This specific model, the HW-17RV, features a rigid head with a 60-degree angle and a built-in gas control valve on the handle. This valve allows the operator to manually control shielding gas flow directly at the torch, making it an excellent choice for welding power sources that do not have an internal gas solenoid, such as during scratch-start or lift-arc TIG welding with a stick welder.

Rated at 150 amps DC and 115 amps AC at a 60% duty cycle, this torch handles a wide range of light-to-medium duty fabrication tasks. The 25-foot power cable assembly provides generous reach, allowing you to move freely around large assemblies or work in field applications without constantly repositioning your machine. The torch body is constructed from high-temperature silicone rubber, which resists cracking and electrical leakage, ensuring safety and longevity even in tough shop environments.

Compatibility is a key strength of the HW-17RV. It utilizes standard 10N series consumables (collets, collet bodies, and alumina cups) shared with 17, 18, and 26 series torches. This makes finding replacement parts and accessories simple and cost-effective. Whether you are performing maintenance repairs, pipe welding, or general fabrication, the ESAB HW-17RV delivers the consistent performance and control required for high-quality TIG welds.