Model 18-5 is a heavy duty automatic torch handle. The thumb-operated on/off control knob for convenient operation. It can be used for welding, brazing, cutting and light heating with all fuel gases. The pilot light feature can be used for acetylene welding and brazing only. The 18-5 is not recommended for heavy heating. This model is equipped with easy-to-replace FlashGuard® check valves. Cuts up to 5" (127.0mm) plate and Welds up to 1/2" (12.7mm) plate.
Features
- Heavy duty automatic torch handle for use with all fuel gases
- Silver-brazed twin inner tube construction for strength, safety and durability while still being lightweight
- Tube-within-a-tube construction for optimum flow performance while providing maximum leak integrity
- On/Off thumb-operated control knob for convenience and ease of-use during operation
- Pilot light for better vision during use. (The light can be used for acetylene welding and brazing only. Not recommended for use during heating applications)
- Embossed with model number for ease in selecting compatible parts
- Handle is 10 1/2" (266.7mm) in length
- Equipped with FlashGuard® replaceable check valves
- Cuts up to 5" (127.0mm) plate and Welds up to 1/2" (12.7mm) plate.
General Equipment
| Compatible Cutting Attachment Model Number | 73-3; 49-3F (alternate fuels only) |
| Compatible Cutting Tip Model Number - Acetylene-H2 (Size) | 6290; 6290-AC; 6290-S |
| Compatible Cutting Tip Model Number - Alternate Fuel (Size) | 6290-NX, 6290-NXP; 6290-NFF |
| Compatible Mixer Model Number |
E-43 E2-43 E3-43 B-43-N |
| Compatible Tip Tube Model Number |
8593 T-43 |
| Compatible Welding/Brazing Tip Style - Acetylene-H2 (Size) |
23A90 (1-10) & (13&15) 1390 (0-10) and (13) |
| Compatible Welding/Brazing Tip Style - Alternate Fuel (Size) | 1390-N (2-10) & (13, 15, 20, 30, 80) |
| Construction | Tube-within-a-tube |
| Cutting Capacity | Cuts up to 5" (127.0mm) plate |
| Duty | Heavy |
| Equipped With | FlashGuard® check valves |
| Gas / Gas Service | All Fuel Gases |
| Torch Handle Model Number | 18-5 |
| Torch Length | 10.5" (266.7mm) |
| Welding Capacity | Welds up to 1/2" (12.7mm) plate |
Torches
| Compatible Heating Tip Model Number - Acetylene-H2 (Size) | J-63 (1&2); 1390 (HA) |
| Compatible Heating Tip Model Number - Alternate Fuel (Size) | 1390(B&H) & (3H) |
Warranty
| Warranty | 1 Year |
