ARGON HOSE CAP

Keep your welding Argon hose setup clean, secure, and professional with the Leadbelly Metalworks LLC Argon Hose Cap STL. This downloadable 3D-printable file is designed to fit standard argon hose connections  5/8"-18 male thread.

Thread this cap onto your 5/8"-18 male fitting before rolling up your argon hose to protect the brass sealing surface from damage when dragging it across the ground. Perfect for overnight storage or keeping debris out between jobs, this tough, shop-ready solution can be printed in-house—no waiting, no shipping required.

No more guessing if your argon hose is contaminated with dirt, oil, or other debris. This cap keeps your fitting clean and damage-free, ensuring a proper seal—so you’re not wasting expensive argon or pulling in unwanted air.

Product Features:

• Custom Fit: Designed to snugly cap standard  argon gas hose fittings 5/8-18 thread.

• Fast Print, No Support: Simple design optimized for quick, clean 3D prints

• Durable Design: Built to withstand rough shop environments and protect your gas lines from dust, grit, and dings

What's Included:

• 1 STL File: Leadbelly Argon Hose Cap
  

Print Instructions (FDM/FFF Printers):

1. Material: ASA, ABS or better material. 

2. Layer Height: 0.2 mm

3. Perimeters (Shells): 3–4 for strength

4. Infill: 20–40% (grid or gyroid pattern works well)

5. Supports: Not required

6. Orientation: Print cap standing upright with the open end down on the bed

7. Adhesion: Use a brim if needed for bed adhesion

8. Post-Processing: Light sanding inside the cap may help achieve a perfect fit, depending on printer tolerances

Note:
This cap is meant for dust protection only. It is not pressure-rated and should not be used under active gas flow or as a substitute for rated fittings.

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