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New to Gas Regulators - Leakage the way they work?
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TimB
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I have owned my Lincoln Idealarc for about 13 years, but just recently got set up to use the TIG (been using for stick welding).

I am using the gas regulator that came with welder.
The regulator leaks argon constantly from the holes on the regulator head.
Is this the way it works, or do I need to repair or replace the regulator?

Thanks,
This forum and TIG are new to me. Looking forward to learning!
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cwby
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Sounds like the diaphram is rotted. Shouldn't leak anywhere.
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clavius
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cwby wrote:Sounds like the diaphram is rotted. Shouldn't leak anywhere.
I'll second that. You need a new regulator.
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TimB
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Thanks Guys,

I bought a new regulator. When I have some time I will take the other apart to see what is up, and whether it might be worth fixing if parts are available.
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