17 series TIG torch

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I was wondering if anyone has had an experience regarding the Weldcraft 17 series flex head compared to the knockoff versions.
Reply:I have. I usually don't like flex heads thoughAirco Ac/Dc 300 HeliwelderMillerMatic 200 (stolen)Miller Maxstar 150STLMiller AEAD200LE (welding and generating power) Hobart MIG
Reply:Is it worth the money to buy the name brand?
Reply:Who do you consider a knockoff?  CK is generally considered superior.
Reply:Weldcraft silicon is crap compared to CK's rubber flex heads. I only know because I burned up quite a few so far trying to find one that holds up.Weld like a "WELDOR", not a wel-"DERR" MillerDynasty700DX,Dynasty350DX4ea,Dynasty200DX,Li  ncolnSW200-2ea.,MillerMatic350P,MillerMatic200w/spoolgun,MKCobraMig260,Lincoln SP-170T,PlasmaCam/Hypertherm1250,HFProTig2ea,MigMax1ea.
Reply:Chinese like weldcity or others. Duty cycle shouldn't be a problem.
Reply:I have a weldcraft 17 valve, with the flexhead. 25'....I've really abused it, and it still is holding up...
Reply:Buy the cheap version. All the consumables are the same. Weld city sells the wp17 flex head with valve and 25' hose and sheath for like $70. I run the same setup on my scratch start rig and have had no problems at all!Real welders know how to penetrate!(Equipment)Whatever can be used to beat my opponent into submission!
Reply:Originally Posted by Dantheharleyman99Buy the cheap version. All the consumables are the same. Weld city sells the wp17 flex head with valve and 25' hose and sheath for like $70. I run the same setup on my scratch start rig and have had no problems at all!
Reply:I love my $12 china 17 flex head. But the ck ones are nice too. Not worth the money IMO.Torchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:I broke a couple weldcraft flexheads, also burned a few up. Seem to have better luck with the non flex, maybe its just me though. My next torch will be a CK with superflex hoses.Airco Ac/Dc 300 HeliwelderMillerMatic 200 (stolen)Miller Maxstar 150STLMiller AEAD200LE (welding and generating power) Hobart MIG
Reply:You can get a CK 17F from HTP/usaweld pretty cheap in several configurations.
Reply:Originally Posted by copeYou can get a CK 17F from HTP/usaweld pretty cheap in several configurations.
Reply:Thanks for the replies. A while back I bought a whole bunch of TIG stuff but none of it was for a gas valve. I ordered a weldcity flexible head to go on a cable and handle that I had so I am getting by pretty cheap.
Reply:Does anyone know if they make a female 50mm dinse to a 25 mm male dinse adapter.
Reply:Yes, I think brwelding supplies has themTorchmate 2x2 CNC with Flashcut CNC controlsHypertherm Powermax45 Esab ET220i Razorweld 195 MigRazorweld 200ac/dc TigTormach 770, Tormach xstechRazorweld, Vipercut/Vipermig, SSC Foot Pedal Dealer
Reply:Here is a link that shows all your options.  You can call them also.  They are very helpful.http://www.lencocanada.com/admin/upl...2005%20291.pdf
Reply:Try weldingsupply.com, they have great prices on name brand stuff. I used to order from them online, now I try to make it to their store whenever I can. I deal with Jim there, and he is a top notch guy."Where's Stick man????????" - 7A749"SHHHHHH!! I sent him over to snag that MIC-4 while tbone wasn't looking!" - duaneb55"I have bought a few of Tbone's things unlike Stick-Man who helps himself" - TozziWelding"Stick-man"
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