0381-0515 - Victor HC1500 8-Foot Heavy Duty Scrap Cutting Torch, 90 Degree Head

Heavy-Duty Industrial Cutting Solution

The Victor HC 1500 Series Hand Cutting Torch (SKU: 0381-0515) is a premier industrial tool designed specifically for the most rigorous cutting applications found in steel mills, foundries, and scrap yards. This model features an impressive 96-inch (8-foot) overall length, engineered to provide operators with a significant safety buffer from the extreme radiant heat generated when severing thick steel sections. The torch is equipped with a 90-degree head angle, the standard configuration for most vertical cutting operations, ensuring ergonomic handling and precise control.

Performance and Capacity

Built to handle the toughest tasks, the HC 1500 boasts a cutting capacity of up to 18 inches (457 mm). It utilizes the widely available and reliable Victor Series 1 cutting tips, allowing for flexibility in fuel gas selection—whether using acetylene, propane, or natural gas, the torch adapts to the available supply with the appropriate tip. The mixer is integrated directly into the head of the torch, a design choice that enhances safety and durability by keeping the gas mixing point away from the handle and closer to the combustion zone.

Durability and Construction

Victor has constructed this torch to withstand the harsh physical abuse typical of demolition and heavy fabrication environments. It features high-strength stainless steel tubes that resist bending and corrosion, coupled with a die-forged brass head that maintains structural integrity under high thermal stress. The top rear lever configuration offers intuitive control over the oxygen stream, allowing for smooth starts and stops even when wearing heavy protective gloves. With installed reverse flow check valves, the 0381-0515 prioritizes safety without compromising on the raw power needed for heavy industrial severance.