164-2 - Airco Style 164-2 Heavy Preheat Acetylene Cutting Tip

Reliable Airco Style 164-2 Cutting Tip for Industrial Applications

The Airco Style 164-2 Acetylene Cutting Tip is a high-performance replacement consumable designed for professional welders and fabricators who demand consistency and durability. Engineered to replicate the performance of original equipment, this generic tip offers a cost-effective solution without compromising on quality. It is specifically manufactured for use with acetylene gas, taking advantage of acetylene's high flame temperature to deliver clean and precise cuts on mild steel.

One of the standout features of the 164-2 model is its "heavy preheat" design. In industrial environments, steel plates are rarely pristine; they are often covered in mill scale, rust, primer, or paint. Standard tips can struggle to bring such materials to ignition temperature quickly. The heavy preheat configuration of this tip utilizes a larger preheat flame pattern, delivering more BTUs to the surface area. This results in significantly faster starts, reducing dwell time and increasing overall productivity, especially when working with scrap metal or structural demolition.

Constructed from high-quality copper alloy, this one-piece tip is built to withstand the intense heat of oxy-acetylene cutting. The single-piece design ensures optimal heat conductivity, keeping the tip cooler during operation and extending its service life. The seating surfaces are precision-machined to ensure a tight, leak-free fit with all standard Airco-style torches. With a Size 2 orifice, this tip is rated for cutting steel thicknesses ranging from approximately 1 inch to 1-1/2 inches, making it a versatile choice for a wide array of fabrication and maintenance tasks.

Whether you are operating a hand torch in a repair shop or a machine torch on a cutting table, the Airco Style 164-2 provides the reliability needed for continuous operation. Its robust construction resists deformation and wear, ensuring that your flame characteristics remain stable over time. By choosing this high-quality generic replacement, you ensure your operations run smoothly while managing consumable costs effectively.