Find Your EDGE Setup
Tell us what you're welding — or what problem you're trying to solve — and we'll point you in the right direction.
First, start with your torch to find your model. Look on the side of your torch and there should be a number on the side. For example 9 or 17 for air cooled, 20 or 18 for water cooled. If you have something different reach out to us and we can help.
Second, start with identifying whether you use a collet body or gas lens. A collet body will be solid copper with 4-6 holes in the side. This will get the job done, but doesn't provide very good gas coverage. A gas lens will have screens that surround the tungsten and this provides better gas coverage than the collet body.
Third, determine which gas lens or collet body you have by searching in our TIG Welding Consumables for your series.
This will make it easier to identify what setup you need. If not, call us and we can walk you through getting set up.
Which EDGE TIG Cup Is Right for Me?
Choosing the right TIG cup doesn't have to start with a product name. Start with what you're welding, the coverage you need, and how you need to access the weld.
What Size TIG Cup Do I Need?
Cup size affects the area you can shield and how the torch fits into the joint. A smaller cup may be better when access and working space are limited, while a larger cup can provide a larger shielding envelope when the application calls for it.
Do I Need a Laminar Flow Cup?
A larger cup isn't automatically the right answer. EDGE Laminar Flow Cups are designed to provide controlled, consistent shielding gas flow and are available in different sizes for different applications.
If you're trying to improve shielding, increase tungsten extension, or get more from your shielding gas, start here.
Is a Coverage Cup Right for Me?
Coverage cups are designed for applications where a larger shielding envelope is the priority.
They can be especially useful when welding reactive materials, working with smaller reactive tubing without a trailing shield, or when the application requires greater shielding coverage around the weld.
How Much Tungsten Stickout Do I Need?
If you need additional tungsten extension to reach a difficult joint, cup selection becomes especially important. The goal isn't simply maximum stickout—it's maintaining appropriate shielding at the weld while getting the access you need.
Explore Extended-Reach Options →
Should I Choose Pyrex or Quartz?
EDGE offers cups in both materials because one isn't automatically better for every application. Heat exposure, welding conditions, cup size, durability considerations, and application can all influence the choice.
Still Not Sure?
You don't have to figure it out alone. Tell us what material you're welding, your tungsten size, joint or application, and what you're trying to accomplish.
Need More Gas Coverage?
For titanium, stainless, reactive materials, larger shielding envelopes, and applications where atmospheric protection is critical.
Need More Tungsten Stickout?
For deep joints, tubing, restricted access, and applications where a standard setup can't reach.
Need Better Access & Visibility?
For tight geometry and applications where torch position and puddle visibility matter.
→ Precision & Access Solutions
Need Something for Automation?
For repeatable production environments where durability, consistency, and process control matter.
Have an Application That Doesn't Fit?
Every welding challenge is different. If your application is unique, we can engineer a solution around it.
Still Not Sure?
You don't have to figure it out alone. Tell us what material you're welding, your tungsten size, joint or application, and what you're trying to accomplish.