19576R - ESAB HW-17RV TIG Torch Body 150A Air Cooled with Valve

Technical Overview of the ESAB HW-17RV Torch Body

The ESAB HW-17RV (SKU: 19576R) is a replacement TIG torch body designed for the Heliwelder 17 series platform. This component is an air-cooled torch head rated for 150 amperes at a 60% duty cycle, making it suitable for light-to-medium duty industrial welding applications. The 'RV' designation indicates a Rigid body with a Valve, distinguishing it from flexible or valveless counterparts.

Constructed with high-grade copper components and insulated with heat-resistant silicone rubber, the HW-17RV ensures efficient current transfer and operator safety. The integrated gas control valve is a critical feature for setups utilizing power sources lacking an internal gas solenoid, such as many stick welders used for scratch-start TIG. This manual valve allows the operator to control shielding gas flow directly at the torch.

The head features a 60-degree angle, which is a standard configuration for general access and ergonomic torch manipulation. It accepts industry-standard 17-series consumables (collets, collet bodies, back caps, and nozzles), ensuring broad compatibility and ease of sourcing replacement wear parts. The connection points are designed to mate with standard power cable adapters used in air-cooled 17-series assemblies.