1-101-0 - Uniweld 1-101-0 Size 0 Acetylene Cutting Tip for Victor 300 Series

Technical Overview of the Uniweld 1-101-0 Acetylene Cutting Tip

The Uniweld 1-101-0 is a specialized oxy-acetylene cutting tip engineered for professional industrial applications. Designated as a Size 0 tip within the widely utilized 1-101 series, this component is specifically calibrated for use with acetylene gas, leveraging the fuel's high flame temperature and concentrated heat output. The tip is manufactured to be fully compatible with Victor 300 Series torch handles and cutting attachments, ensuring seamless integration into existing equipment setups without the need for adapters or modification. Its internal geometry is designed to optimize gas flow dynamics, producing a stable preheat flame and a coherent cutting oxygen stream essential for clean severance of ferrous metals.

This specific model features a cutting capacity range of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) to 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). This range makes the Size 0 tip a critical asset for fabrication shops dealing with medium-gauge plate and structural steel. The 1-101 series design typically incorporates a one-piece copper construction which provides superior heat dissipation compared to two-piece alternatives, reducing the risk of tip overheating during prolonged cutting cycles. The tip face is machined flat to resist slag adherence and facilitate easy cleaning with standard tip cleaners. Users must ensure that oxygen and acetylene pressures are set according to the manufacturer's charts for a Size 0 tip to prevent backfires and ensure optimal cut quality.

The Uniweld 1-101-0 is classified for general purpose use, making it versatile enough for both manual hand cutting operations and mechanized machine cutting setups. The heavy-duty designation implies a robust build quality capable of withstanding the thermal cycling and physical rigors of industrial environments, including shipyards, construction sites, and automotive repair facilities. Proper maintenance, including regular inspection of the seating surfaces and cleaning of the preheat orifices, is recommended to maintain the tip's performance and longevity. This tip is strictly for use with acetylene and should not be utilized with alternate fuel gases such as propane or propylene, which require different tip designs (e.g., 1-GPN) due to different burning velocities and stoichiometric requirements.