0386-1064 - TurboTorch 5A-TE Brass Replacement Tip End for PL-5A Air Acetylene Torch

Technical Overview of the TurboTorch 5A-TE Replacement Tip End

The TurboTorch 5A-TE (SKU: 0386-1064) is a precision-engineered replacement tip end designed exclusively for the PL-5A self-igniting torch assembly. This component is integral to the performance of the TurboTorch EXTREME™ series, utilizing advanced Swirl Combustion Technology. This technology optimizes the air-acetylene mixture to produce a high-velocity, high-temperature flame that wraps around the workpiece, ensuring rapid heat transfer and efficient fuel consumption. The 5A-TE is manufactured from industrial-grade brass, providing superior thermal conductivity and resistance to the harsh thermal cycles associated with professional brazing and soldering operations.

Technicians utilizing the 5A-TE can expect consistent performance parameters aligned with the original PL-5A specifications. The tip features a 3/16-inch orifice size, calibrated to deliver a flame capable of soft soldering copper tubing up to 1-1/2 inches (38mm) in diameter and silver brazing up to 3/4 inch (19mm). These capacities make it a versatile component for standard HVAC and plumbing pipe sizes. A critical maintenance feature of this tip end is the removable orifice screw. Unlike sealed units, the 5A-TE allows for the removal of the orifice for cleaning, which is essential for maintaining optimal gas flow and preventing carbon buildup that can degrade flame quality over time.

Installation of the 5A-TE is achieved through a direct screw-on connection, ensuring a gas-tight seal with the PL-5A handle assembly. This modular design philosophy allows for cost-effective maintenance; rather than discarding a complete torch assembly due to tip wear or damage, the operator can simply replace the tip end. This component is strictly compatible with Air Acetylene fuel gas and is not intended for use with Propane or MAP-Pro gases, ensuring safety and operational integrity within the specified fuel parameters.