Weldmonger Stubby Gas Lens Kit

If you are still using the standard cups and hardware that came with your 17 style tig torch, you are not getting the best possible results....Especially if you are tig welding stainless steel.

If you are still using the standard TIG cups and hardware that came with your machine or TIG torch, I can just about guarantee you will get better results if you upgrade to a weldmonger® stubby gas lens kit.

Stainless steel loves argon. When a stainless weld puddle is shielded with argon and is free from oxides, it flows better and at less amperage.

But when you dont have quite enough argon shielding, the puddle gets way more sluggish and does not flow as nicely.

Having that little bit of extra smooth argon flow can make a huge difference. 

Especially for those times when you need to extend your tungsten to reach a tight spot or tight angle like on cluster joints or gussets.

Benefits of using a Weldmonger stubby gas lens kit

Using a gas lens for TIG welding stainless steel offers several key benefits 

Here are the main advantages:

1. Improved Gas Coverage: A gas lens disperses shielding gas more evenly than a standard collet body, providing a smoother and broader gas flow around the weld pool. This is especially important for stainless steel, as it prevents oxidation and contamination, which can lead to discoloration and also a puddle that does not flow smoothly due to oxides floating in the puddle.
2. Reduced Turbulence: The gas lens helps reduce turbulence in the gas flow, which can otherwise cause oxidation of the puddle by drawing in air. With less turbulence, the gas shield remains stable, protecting the stainless steel weld from atmospheric exposure.
3. Longer Tungsten Stick-Out: Gas lenses allow for a longer tungsten stick-out (distance between the tungsten tip and the nozzle), which provides better visibility and reach, especially in tight or awkward spots. 
4. A Weldmonger Stubby Gas lens kit shortens the tig torch and allows you to weld in tighter areas
5. A Weldmonger Stubby Gas lens kit includes furick gas lenses with o ring grooves that allow for using furick clear cups like the clear #7 and 8 pro cup,  jazzy 10, or furick clear 12.  Once you have the weldmonger stubby gas lens kit, you can upgrade one cup at a time without needed to buy additional hardware or adapter kits.

What TIG cup is best for aluminum

Some welders prefer a standard #5 collet body cup for tig welding aluminum.

I think a #6 stubby gas lens works great as an all around cup for most aluminum jobs up to around 250 amps.