261-1 - Airco Style 261-2 Propane Cutting Tip - Heavy Preheat

Industrial Grade Airco Style 261 Cutting Tip

The Airco Style 261 Size 2 Cutting Tip is a premium aftermarket replacement component designed for industrial oxy-fuel cutting applications utilizing Propane or Natural Gas. Engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications, this tip belongs to the widely used 261 series, known for its robust performance in general hand cutting, scrapping, and fabrication environments. The tip features a specialized two-piece construction, consisting of a brass inner spline and a durable copper outer shell. This design is critical for alternate fuels like propane, as it creates a recessed flame anchor point that ensures stability even at high flow rates.

One of the defining characteristics of this model is its heavy preheat capability. The spline configuration is optimized to deliver a substantial volume of preheat gas, facilitating rapid ignition and sustained cutting temperatures, particularly on materials that are painted, rusty, or scaled. With a Size 2 orifice, this tip is calibrated for cutting mild steel ranging from approximately 1 inch to 1-1/2 inches in thickness, making it a versatile choice for structural steel work and demolition.

Compatibility is a key advantage of this product. It is designed to fit all standard Airco style hand cutting torches and compatible machine torches that accept the 261 series seating. The precision-machined seats ensure a leak-proof seal, minimizing gas wastage and enhancing operator safety. Furthermore, the two-piece design allows for easier maintenance; the outer shell can be removed to clean the inner splines of soot or slag, extending the service life of the consumable. Whether used in a fabrication shop or out in the field, this generic replacement offers a cost-effective solution without compromising on cut quality or thermal efficiency.