287644 - Smith Toughcut Medium Duty Propane Torch Handle and Attachment Combo

Technical Overview of the Smith Toughcut Propane Combo

The Smith Equipment Toughcut Propane Combo Pack (SKU: 287644) represents the pinnacle of medium-duty oxy-fuel technology, specifically engineered for alternative fuel gases such as propane and natural gas. This package combines the robust WH100 torch handle with the precision MC12 cutting attachment, offering a versatile solution for fabrication, maintenance, and repair operations.

Central to this system is Smith's signature "in-tip" mixing technology. Unlike traditional tube-mix or head-mix torches, Smith separates the oxygen and fuel gas until they reach the cutting tip itself. This design creates a highly stable flame and drastically reduces the volume of mixed gas within the torch, thereby minimizing the potential for flashback. For industrial safety officers and technical buyers, this feature alone makes the Toughcut series a preferred choice for shop environments.

The WH100 handle is constructed with a tube-within-a-tube design for high strength and reduced weight. It features ball-style valves that ensure positive shut-off and precise flame adjustment, resisting the wear and leakage common with needle valves. The accompanying MC12 cutting attachment utilizes a slip-in tip interface, allowing operators to change tips by hand and tighten the nut finger-tight, ensuring a perfect seat every time without the risk of stripping threads with a wrench. This combo is rated to cut steel up to 6 inches (150 mm) when equipped with the appropriate optional tips, making it a powerful tool in a compact form factor.