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0386-1002 - TurboTorch OR-A5 Replacement Orifice for A-5 and MSA-8 Acetylene Tips

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OVERVIEW

Precision Replacement for High-Performance Brazing

The TurboTorch OR-A5 Orifice (SKU: 0386-1002) is an essential maintenance component designed specifically for the A-5 and MSA-8 air-acetylene tips. In the specialized field of HVAC and plumbing, the performance of a swirl combustion tip is dictated by the precision of its gas metering. The orifice serves as the critical restriction point that accelerates the acetylene gas, creating the necessary velocity to induce the venturi effect. This effect pulls in the exact volume of atmospheric air required for the high-heat, efficient flame that TurboTorch is known for. Over time, orifices can degrade due to carbon buildup, accidental damage during cleaning, or general wear, leading to a distorted flame pattern, reduced heat output, or dangerous sputtering.

Manufactured to strict OEM tolerances, this brass orifice ensures that your equipment continues to operate at peak efficiency. Unlike generic replacements that may have slight variances in bore diameter, the OR-A5 is calibrated to deliver the specific flow rate required for the A-5 tip's size range. This ensures that the fuel-to-air ratio remains optimal for brazing copper tubing and soldering pipe joints. Using a genuine TurboTorch replacement part guarantees that the safety and performance characteristics of the torch handle and tip assembly are maintained, protecting both the user and the workpiece from inconsistent heating.

Installation is straightforward, allowing technicians to refurbish their tips in the field or the workshop. By replacing a worn orifice rather than the entire tip assembly, professionals can significantly reduce their tooling costs while extending the service life of their trusted equipment. This component is compatible with standard air-acetylene setups used widely in refrigeration, air conditioning, and plumbing trades. Whether you are performing silver brazing or soft soldering, the integrity of the flame begins with the condition of the orifice.

Investing in the OR-A5 replacement orifice is a proactive step in tool maintenance. It ensures that when you reach for your torch on a critical job, it ignites with the reliable, hot, and controllable flame necessary for professional-grade work. Keep your TurboTorch A-5 and MSA-8 tips running like new with this genuine replacement part.

Additional Information
Brand:TurboTorch
Fuel Gas:Acetylene
Item:Accessory
Packaging Description:1-per-each
Product Type:Replacement Orifice
Compatible Tips:A-5, MSA-8
Material:Brass
Application Process:Air Acetylene

INCLUDED

  • (1) OR-A5 Replacement Orifice

APPLICATIONS

  • HVAC/R Copper Tube Brazing
  • Plumbing Pipe Soldering
  • Air Acetylene Torch Maintenance
  • Torch Tip Refurbishment
  • Field Repair of A-5 and MSA-8 Tips

FAQ

The OR-A5 orifice is designed specifically for TurboTorch A-5 and MSA-8 air-acetylene tips.

No, this orifice is calibrated for acetylene gas flow and is specific to the A-5 and MSA-8 acetylene tips. Propane tips require different orifices.

Signs include a distorted flame pattern, sputtering, popping sounds, reduced heat output, or if the flame pulls away from the tip. Visual inspection may show carbon buildup or deformation.

Yes, this is the genuine OEM TurboTorch OR-A5 replacement orifice, part number 0386-1002.

The orifice is machined from high-quality brass to withstand the heat and pressure of welding and brazing applications.

This product typically includes the orifice itself. Filter screens are often separate components or part of the tip assembly, depending on the specific model generation.

Ensure the torch is cool and disconnected from gas. Remove the tip from the handle, unscrew the old orifice from the base of the tip, and screw the new one in securely but without over-tightening.

If the leak is caused by a damaged seating surface on the orifice, yes. However, if the leak is from O-rings or the tip seat itself, you may need additional seals or parts.