Genuine EDGE™ MAXSHIELD™ 3-Cup TIG Kit – Maximum Shielding Coverage

The Genuine EDGE™ MAXSHIELD™ 3-Cup TIG Kit gives welders three progressive shielding profiles in one case, with selectable cup combinations designed for applications ranging from increased shielding coverage through maximum coverage and extended tungsten capability.

Choose the Cup Combination that best matches your application. Each configuration uses Genuine EDGE™ Laminar Flow Pyrex TIG cups and includes components for both WP-9/WP-20/WP-25 and WP-17/WP-18/WP-26 TIG torch platforms, matched to your selected tungsten size.

Choose Your Cup Combination

#12S + #15S + #18S — Increased Coverage
A versatile progression for applications requiring increased shielding coverage while maintaining a relatively compact range of cup sizes.

#12S + #18S + #21S — Enhanced Coverage
Provides a broader progression of shielding envelopes for applications requiring increased gas coverage, additional tungsten extension, or greater protection around the weld area.

#15S + #18S + #23 — Maximum Coverage
The largest-range MAXSHIELD™ 3-Cup configuration. Designed for demanding applications requiring large shielding envelopes, extended tungsten capability, titanium or other reactive-material welding.

Key Benefits

• Three Progressive Shielding Profiles – Each configuration provides three cup sizes for adapting shielding coverage to the application.
• Choose the Coverage You Need – Select Increased, Enhanced, or Maximum Coverage rather than automatically using the largest cup.
• EDGE Laminar Flow Technology – Genuine EDGE™ Diffuser technology helps provide controlled, consistent shielding gas distribution across the cup outlet.
• Extended Tungsten Capability – Larger EDGE cups provide additional shielding for applications requiring increased tungsten extension.
• Reactive-Material Capability – Larger shielding envelopes provide additional gas coverage for titanium, Inconel, and other demanding alloys.
• Dual Torch Compatibility – Components are included for both WP-9/WP-20/WP-25 and WP-17/WP-18/WP-26 TIG torch platforms.
• Matched to Your Tungsten – Gas lenses and collets are supplied for the tungsten size selected when ordering.
• Clear Pyrex Construction – Provides excellent visibility of the tungsten, arc, and weld puddle.

What’s Included

• Protective storage case
• Your selected set of three Genuine EDGE™ Laminar Flow Pyrex TIG cups:
  • #12S + #15S + #18S
  • #12S + #18S + #21S
  • #15S + #18S + #23
• Genuine EDGE™ GL-A aluminum adapter with matched O-rings
• 2 Series gas lens + collet for WP-9/WP-20/WP-25
• 4 Series Stubby gas lens + collet for WP-17/WP-18/WP-26
• PTFE thermal spacers for WP-9/WP-20/WP-25 applications

All gas-lens and collet components are matched to your selected tungsten size.

5/32 in (4.0 mm) tungsten configuration available upon request for compatible WP-17/WP-18/WP-26 applications using the 4 Series Stubby platform.

Cup Performance Guide

#12 Laminar Flow Cup
Provides increased shielding coverage while maintaining a more compact profile than the larger MAXSHIELD™ cups.

#15 Laminar Flow Cup
A versatile large-coverage cup for applications where increased shielding coverage or tungsten extension is beneficial. In controlled conditions, tungsten extension of up to approximately 3 inches may be possible. Suggested flowmeter starting point: 30 SCFH.

#18 Laminar Flow Cup
Provides a larger shielding envelope for applications requiring additional gas coverage or increased tungsten extension. In stable, controlled conditions, tungsten extension of up to approximately 3.5 inches may be possible. Suggested flowmeter starting point: 38 SCFH.

#23 Laminar Flow Cup
Designed for demanding applications requiring substantially greater shielding coverage, including titanium and other reactive materials. In stable, controlled conditions, tungsten extension of up to approximately 4.5 inches may be possible. Suggested flowmeter starting point: 50 SCFH.

Tungsten extension and shielding gas requirements vary with material, joint configuration, torch angle, environmental conditions, welding parameters, and equipment. Values shown are recommended starting points and may require adjustment for the application.

Genuine EDGE™ TIG cups are handcrafted in North Carolina, USA.

EDGE Advantage

Genuine EDGE™ MAXSHIELD™ allows you to select a progressive range of shielding envelopes appropriate for the work—from increased coverage through maximum coverage—while maintaining the visibility, controlled gas delivery, and application-focused design of the EDGE Laminar Flow system.