1404-0060 - Victor #405 Steel Woodruff Key Replacement Part

Precision Engineered Victor Replacement Component

The Victor 1404-0060 Key, Woodruff #405, Steel is a critical replacement component designed to restore the functionality of your Victor industrial equipment. In the realm of mechanical power transmission and equipment assembly, the humble Woodruff key plays a pivotal role. This semicircular key is engineered to fit into a matching semicircular pocket (the keyway) in a shaft, leaving a protruding flat portion that interlocks with a slot in a mating hub, gear, or pulley. By doing so, it effectively locks the component to the shaft, preventing independent rotation while allowing for the transmission of torque.

Manufactured from high-quality steel, this #405 Woodruff key is built to withstand significant shear stress. In oxy-fuel cutting machines and related welding apparatus, internal components are often subjected to vibration, thermal expansion, and mechanical load. A sub-standard key made from inferior materials can shear off or deform, leading to equipment failure, loss of precision, or even safety hazards. Victor, a leader in gas equipment, ensures that their replacement parts meet the exact metallurgical and dimensional standards of the original components. This specific key, identified by the SKU 1404-0060, adheres to the standard #405 dimensions, ensuring a tight, interference-free fit that eliminates 'slop' or backlash in the mechanism.

Maintenance professionals understand that using OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts is vital for the longevity of industrial tools. While generic keys exist, the Victor 1404-0060 guarantees compatibility with the specific tolerances of Victor machinery. Whether you are rebuilding a drive mechanism on a track torch or replacing a worn component in a regulator assembly, this steel key provides the reliability required for heavy-duty industrial environments. Its installation is straightforward for trained technicians, yet its function is indispensable for the correct operation of the device.

When servicing high-value equipment, every small part counts. The integrity of the entire assembly often rests on small fasteners and keys like this one. By choosing the Victor 1404-0060, you are investing in the continued performance and reliability of your Victor gas equipment, ensuring that your operations run smoothly without unexpected downtime caused by minor mechanical failures.