01Z06 - ESAB W-17 Oxy-Acetylene Injector Mixer

Precision Gas Mixing for Heavy-Duty Applications

The ESAB 01Z06 Injector is a critical internal component designed specifically for the renowned W-17 welding torch platform. In the realm of oxy-fuel welding and heating, the integrity of the gas mixture is paramount to achieving the desired metallurgical results. This injector is engineered to facilitate the precise blending of oxygen and acetylene, utilizing the physics of the venturi effect. By accelerating the high-pressure oxygen stream through a constricted orifice, the injector creates a localized pressure drop that siphons the low-pressure acetylene into the mixing chamber. This ensures a consistent, stoichiometric mixture required for a stable, neutral flame, which is essential for high-quality welding and controlled heating applications.

Manufactured from high-grade brass, the 01Z06 is built to withstand the thermal cycling and mechanical stresses inherent in industrial environments. The precision machining of the internal gas passages minimizes turbulence, thereby reducing the risk of backfires and flashbacks—safety concerns that are critical when operating heavy-duty equipment like the W-17. This component is not merely a spare part; it is the heart of the torch's fuel management system, dictating the flow characteristics and thermal output of the tool.

For industrial MRO professionals and procurement specialists, ensuring that welding stations are equipped with genuine OEM parts like the ESAB 01Z06 is vital for maintaining equipment certification and operational safety standards. The W-17 torch is often employed in structural fabrication, shipyards, and heavy equipment repair; therefore, the reliability of its components directly impacts project timelines and worker safety. This injector is calibrated specifically for Oxy-Acetylene service, distinguishing it from alternative fuel gas injectors which require different flow geometries.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: W-17 Series Welding Torches
• Gas Service: Oxygen and Acetylene
• Construction: Machined Brass
• Function: Low-pressure gas injection and mixing