0330-0548 - Victor 12-HDNL Propane Cutting Tip for 22-Inch Steel

Extreme Capacity Industrial Cutting

The Victor 0330-0548 12-HDNL Heavy Duty Cutting Tip is an industrial-grade component engineered for the most demanding metal severing applications. Designed to facilitate the cutting of steel sections up to 22 inches in thickness, this tip represents the upper echelon of manual cutting capacity. It is specifically calibrated for use with alternative fuels, including Propane and Natural Gas, making it a cost-effective solution for heavy fabrication, demolition, and scrap processing facilities where high fuel consumption is a factor.

Heavy-Duty Construction

Part of the HDNL series, this tip features a robust one-piece construction. The design optimizes thermal conductivity, ensuring the tip remains cool enough to prevent flashbacks while delivering the immense heat required to penetrate nearly two feet of solid steel. The single-piece architecture also simplifies maintenance and improves durability against the physical rigors of heavy industrial environments. Unlike standard tips, the Size 12 HDNL is built to withstand the high-pressure oxygen flows necessary for deep cutting, requiring a cutting oxygen pressure of 60-100 PSIG.

Operational Specifications

To achieve optimal performance, operators must adhere to specific pressure settings. The 12-HDNL requires a fuel pressure of 5-15 PSIG, which is standard for propane applications, but demands a significantly higher volume of oxygen compared to smaller tips. The tip is designed for hand torches, providing operators with the flexibility to maneuver around large workpieces that cannot be moved to a machine cutting table. Whether used in shipbreaking, structural steel dismantling, or heavy equipment repair, this Victor tip delivers consistent, high-quality cuts through extremely thick materials.

Gas Efficiency and Safety

Using Propane or Natural Gas with the 12-HDNL not only reduces fuel costs but also provides a cleaner cut face on thick sections compared to acetylene, which can become unstable at the pressures required for this depth. The tip's internal geometry is precision-machined to maintain a stable preheat flame even when the high-velocity cutting oxygen stream is engaged. This stability is critical for safety and cut quality, reducing the likelihood of blowouts or incomplete cuts that can occur with inferior consumables.