The Miller Weldcraft 17GL040 Stubby Gas Lens is a specialized TIG welding consumable designed to optimize shielding gas distribution for 0.040-inch (1.0mm) tungsten electrodes. Engineered for use with 17, 18, and 26 series TIG torches, this component replaces the standard collet body to provide a “stubby” configuration. By reducing the overall length of the torch head, operators gain improved access to confined spaces and complex joint geometries without sacrificing amperage capacity or torch performance.<\/p>\n
Technically, the gas lens utilizes a multi-layer mesh screen to convert turbulent gas flow from the torch into a coherent, laminar stream. This laminar flow significantly improves shielding efficiency, reducing the risk of atmospheric contamination and oxidation in the weld pool. Furthermore, the stable gas column allows for a greater tungsten stick-out\u2014often up to an inch or more\u2014providing superior visibility of the arc and puddle. This is particularly critical when welding reactive metals or high-specification alloys where porosity and inclusion defects must be minimized.<\/p>\n
The 17GL040 is manufactured to precise tolerances, ensuring concentricity with the tungsten electrode and consistent electrical conductivity. As a genuine Weldcraft component, it integrates seamlessly with existing torch setups, though it requires compatible stubby collets and insulators for proper assembly. This package contains two gas lenses, ensuring a ready replacement for continuous industrial operations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Precision Gas Coverage for TIG Applications The Miller Weldcraft 17GL040 Stubby Gas Lens is a specialized TIG welding consumable designed to optimize shielding gas distribution for 0.040-inch (1.0mm) tungsten electrodes. Engineered for use with 17, 18, and 26 series TIG torches, this component replaces the standard collet body to provide a “stubby” configuration. By reducing… View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[2047,2048],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1796033","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","5":"product_cat-tig-accessories","6":"product_cat-tig-consumables","7":"pa_brand-weldcraft","8":"pa_diameter-0-040","9":"pa_item-gas-lense","10":"pa_packaging-description-2-per-ea","12":"first","13":"onbackorder","14":"taxable","15":"shipping-taxable","16":"purchasable","17":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1796033","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1796033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1796033"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1796033"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1796033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}