0330-0006 - Victor Size 2 Acetylene Cutting Tip 1-101 Series

Technical Overview of the Victor 1-101 Series Size 2 Cutting Tip

The Victor 0330-0006 is a Size 2 cutting tip belonging to the renowned 1-101 series, engineered specifically for oxy-acetylene cutting applications. This component is manufactured as a one-piece unit, utilizing high-grade copper and brass alloys to maximize thermal conductivity and durability under high-temperature conditions. The 1-101 series is the industry standard for heavy-duty applications, designed to interface seamlessly with Victor 300 series torch handles and cutting attachments. The internal geometry of the tip is precision-drilled to optimize gas flow dynamics, ensuring a stable preheat flame and a concentrated cutting oxygen stream.

Technically, the Size 2 classification indicates a specific orifice diameter calibrated for cutting mild steel with a thickness of approximately 1 inch (25.4 mm). Operational parameters are critical for achieving the rated performance; this tip requires a cutting oxygen pressure range of 40 to 45 PSIG and a preheat oxygen pressure of 4 to 12 PSIG. The fuel gas (acetylene) supply should be regulated between 3 and 7 PSIG. Adhering to these pressure settings ensures the cutting speed falls within the optimal range of 13 to 17 inches per minute, preventing backfires and ensuring a clean kerf.

The one-piece design of the 1-101 tip integrates the preheat and cutting oxygen paths into a solid copper body. This construction is superior for acetylene gas, which burns at a higher temperature than other fuel gases, requiring the superior heat dissipation properties of copper to prevent tip overheating and potential flashbacks. The seating surface is machined to tight tolerances to ensure a leak-proof seal within the torch head, maintaining system safety and efficiency. This tip is suitable for general purpose hand cutting as well as machine cutting operations where a 1-101 style seat is employed.