0330-0341 - Victor Type 234 Size 2 Propane Rivet Cutting Tip

Technical Overview of the Victor 2-1-234 Cutting Tip

The Victor 2-1-234 (SKU: 0330-0341) is a specialized oxy-fuel consumable designed explicitly for the removal of rivets and fasteners using Propane or Natural Gas. As a Series 1 tip, it is engineered to interface with Victor's larger torch handles and cutting attachments, commonly referred to as the 300 Series (e.g., CA2460 cutting attachment or ST2600 straight torches). The "Type 234" designation indicates a specific geometry: a bent tip configuration with a round cutting end. This physical curvature is critical for the rivet washing process, allowing the operator to approach the fastener head at the correct angle to wash it away without gouging the underlying substrate.

This specific model is a Size 2 tip, which provides a cutting range suitable for material thicknesses up to 1 inch (25.4mm). In the context of rivet cutting, this capacity relates to the volume of metal the preheat and oxygen stream can effectively oxidize and remove. Unlike standard straight cutting tips (like the 1-GPN) which are designed for perpendicular severance of plate, the 2-1-234 utilizes a low-velocity oxygen stream relative to its preheat capacity to "wash" the metal. The use of Propane or Natural Gas as the fuel source requires this specific tip design, which likely features a two-piece construction or specific recess to stabilize the flame, as alternative fuels burn at different velocities compared to acetylene.

The tip's construction adheres to Victor's rigorous standards for gas flow dynamics. The preheat orifices are precision-machined to ensure a stable flame cone even when the tip is subjected to the splash-back often encountered during rivet removal. The "round at the cutting end" specification highlights a design choice intended to provide a focused, yet broad enough washing action to consume the rivet head efficiently. Operators utilizing this tip must ensure their regulator settings are adjusted for Propane (typically requiring different pressure settings than acetylene) to achieve the neutral flame required for optimal performance. This component is an essential tool for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) professionals involved in structural steel repair, bridge maintenance, or heavy equipment dismantling.