WP-24F-25-2 - Miller Weldcraft A-80F (WP-24F) 25ft 2-Piece Flex Head TIG Torch

Technical Overview: Weldcraft A-80F (WP-24F)

The Weldcraft A-80F, historically known as the WP-24F, is a specialized air-cooled TIG torch designed for intricate welding applications where space is at a premium. This package (SKU: WP-24F-25-2) includes the flexible torch body paired with a 25-foot, 2-piece rubber cable assembly. The 'F' designation indicates a flexible neck, which can be adjusted to various angles, facilitating electrode positioning in complex geometries such as tube clusters, roll cages, and internal pipe welds.

Rated at 80 Amps at a 60% duty cycle (DC) and 50 Amps (AC), the A-80F is engineered for light-duty precision work on materials like aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel. It utilizes the 24-Series consumable ecosystem, which includes collets, collet bodies, and gas cups specifically scaled down to maintain the torch's low profile. The torch accommodates tungsten electrodes ranging from 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) up to 3/32 inch (2.4 mm), making it versatile for thin-gauge fabrication.

The 2-piece cable configuration separates the power conductor from the gas supply. This setup is traditional for many industrial power sources and allows for the use of heavy-duty rubber materials that resist abrasion and heat better than some lightweight vinyl mono-cables. The 25-foot length provides significant operational radius, essential for working on large assemblies where moving the power source is impractical. The torch body itself is constructed with high-dielectric insulation to ensure operator safety and equipment longevity.

This torch is an essential tool for industries requiring high-precision welds in confined areas, including aerospace maintenance, motorsports fabrication, and artistic metalwork. The transition from the WP-24 nomenclature to the A-Series (A-80) aligns with Miller's standardized naming convention for air-cooled torches, representing the amperage class directly.