0558005082 - Oxweld 1566HS Size 14 Machine Cutting Tip for Propane/NG

High-Performance Machine Cutting with Alternative Fuels

The ESAB Oxweld 1566HS-14 (0558005082) is a premium machine cutting nozzle engineered for industrial fabrication environments utilizing Natural Gas or Propane. Part of the renowned 1566HS series, this nozzle is designed to maximize the efficiency of alternative fuels, which typically require different flow characteristics compared to acetylene. The "HS" designation stands for High Speed, indicating the tip's ability to maintain stable preheat flames and cutting oxygen streams even at elevated travel speeds, making it an essential component for automated cutting tables and track torches.

This specific nozzle features a Size 14 orifice, positioning it for heavy-duty applications involving thick steel plate. The internal geometry is precision-machined to ensure a laminar oxygen flow, which is critical for achieving straight, clean cuts with minimal kerf width. The two-piece construction—common for alternative fuel tips—allows the fuel gas and oxygen to mix externally or within the preheat slots, providing safety and optimal flame characteristics. The heavy preheat capability is particularly beneficial for piercing thick plates or cutting through scaled and rusted materials where rapid heat transfer is necessary.

Durability is a key aspect of the Oxweld design. The outer shell is typically chrome-plated to reflect radiant heat and prevent the adhesion of molten spatter, extending the service life of the tip in continuous production settings. By optimizing the fuel-to-oxygen ratio for propane and natural gas, the 1566HS-14 reduces gas consumption while delivering cut quality that rivals acetylene in many carbon steel applications.