CSGPN8 - Victor Cutskill GPN-8 Propane Cutting Tip, Size 8, 12-Inch Capacity

Technical Overview of the Victor Cutskill GPN-8

The Victor Cutskill CSGPN8 is a Size 8 General Purpose (GPN) cutting tip engineered for heavy-duty industrial applications. Designed specifically for alternative fuel gases, this tip is optimized for the flow characteristics and burn rates of Propane and Natural Gas. Unlike acetylene tips, the GPN series features a two-piece construction with a recessed inner member, which is critical for anchoring the flame when using slower-burning fuel gases. This design ensures a stable preheat flame and efficient oxygen coupling for deep cutting operations.

With a cutting capacity of up to 12 inches (304mm), the GPN-8 represents the upper end of the standard GPN series range, making it suitable for processing thick slabs, heavy structural demolition, and scrap cutting. The tip is manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a clean kerf and minimal slag adhesion, reducing post-cut grinding requirements. It is rated for use with standard oxygen pressures appropriate for heavy cutting, typically requiring higher oxygen volumes to maintain the oxidation reaction through 12-inch steel plate.

Compatibility is a key feature of the CSGPN8. It is designed to fit Victor 300 Series torch handles (such as the 315FC and H315FC) and heavy-duty cutting attachments like the CA2460 (90 degree), CA2461 (75 degree), and CA2462 (180 degree). Furthermore, it is fully compatible with Victor straight torches including the ST2600FC, ST100FC, and ST900FC, as well as machine torches like the MT200 and MT300. This versatility allows the tip to be deployed in both manual field work and automated cutting tables.

The physical dimensions of the tip (approx. 0.9 x 0.9 x 3.3 inches) and its brass and copper construction provide excellent heat dissipation, which is vital when operating at the high thermal loads generated during prolonged heavy cutting. The CSGPN8 is an essential consumable for fabrication shops and industrial maintenance teams utilizing propane or natural gas bulk systems.