Flowmeter ESAB, OXWELD, R-502-FM-580 regulator, flow meter, part number 998846

Description

SKU 497020 According to ESAB’s product specifications and manuals: • The R-502-FM-580 is a two-stage regulator/flowmeter, essentially a more refined version of the R-5007 model   . • It is factory-calibrated for use with the following inert and specialty gases: • Argon • Helium • C-25 mixture (a typical welding blend of 75% Argon / 25% CO₂) • Nitrogen   . • The flow ranges for R-5007 (same gas set as R-502-FM-580) are: • Argon: 10-70 cfh • Helium: 20-220 cfh • Nitrogen: 10-80 cfh • C-25: 10-65 cfh  . The user manual reiterates that the flowmeter includes scales for Argon, Helium, Carbon Dioxide, and C-25, with a note for converting other gas mixtures via factors from your gas supplier . ⸻ Specification Details Supported Gases Argon, Helium, C-25 (75% Ar / 25% CO₂), Nitrogen Flow Ranges (cfh) Argon: 10–70, Helium: 20–220, Nitrogen: 10–80, C-25: 10–65 Price for a New, Original Boxed Unit new ESAB R-502-FM-580 (Part Number 998846) at US $290.00 Additionally, used or surplus options exist for less (e.g., around US $99.99 to $250.00, depending on seller and condition) . But for a brand-new, factory-sealed, original packaging unit, $290 appears to be the most current market price.