0558005019 - Oxweld 1567-10 Propane/Natural Gas Cutting Nozzle - Size 10

Technical Overview of the Oxweld 1567 Series Nozzle

The ESAB Oxweld 1567-10 is a high-performance, two-piece cutting tip engineered specifically for the combustion characteristics of alternative fuels such as Propane and Natural Gas. Unlike single-piece acetylene tips, the 1567 series utilizes a two-piece assembly consisting of a brass inner member with precision-milled splines and a copper or chrome-plated outer shell. This design creates a skirted tip end where the preheat gases are mixed externally or within the recess, providing the flame stability required for slower-burning fuel gases.

The Size 10 configuration (SKU 0558005019) is calibrated for cutting mild steel with a thickness of approximately 1 inch (25mm). The internal geometry of the nozzle is optimized to maintain a coherent oxygen cutting stream while surrounding it with a heavy preheat flame. This heavy preheat is essential when using propane or natural gas, as these fuels have a lower flame temperature and heat transfer rate in the primary cone compared to acetylene. The 1567 design compensates for this by delivering a high volume of BTUs to the workpiece, ensuring rapid start times even on material that is scaled, rusted, or primed.

Maintenance and longevity are key features of the Oxweld 1567 series. The outer shell is typically chrome-plated to resist the adhesion of molten slag and spatter, which is common in heavy industrial cutting applications. The two-piece construction allows operators to separate the components for thorough cleaning, ensuring that the gas passages remain unobstructed for consistent performance. This nozzle is fully compatible with the extensive line of Oxweld C-series hand torches and machine cutting torches, making it a versatile standard for fabrication shops transitioning to cost-effective alternative fuels.

By utilizing the injector or mixer principles inherent in Oxweld torches, the 1567-10 ensures the proper oxy-fuel ratio is maintained, preventing fuel starvation or oxygen richness that can degrade cut quality. It represents a critical component in achieving ISO-quality thermal cuts when utilizing economical fuel gases.