0761-0076 - Victor Regulator Compression Spring Replacement

Technical Overview: Victor 0761-0076 Compression Spring

The Victor 0761-0076 is a specialized compression spring designed for use within the internal mechanisms of Victor oxy-fuel gas regulators. As a critical component of the regulator's valve or seat assembly, this spring provides the calibrated force necessary to balance diaphragm pressure and ensure the valve closes effectively when downstream demand ceases. Over time, springs in high-pressure gas equipment can suffer from fatigue, corrosion, or plastic deformation, leading to issues such as pressure creep (rising outlet pressure when flow stops) or inconsistent flow rates.

Manufactured to Victor's precise engineering standards, this spring is constructed from high-tensile spring steel, heat-treated to retain its mechanical properties under the thermal and mechanical stresses typical of industrial welding environments. It is specifically dimensioned to fit the housing of select heavy-duty regulators, such as the SR 450 series, ensuring that the internal geometry of the device remains within factory tolerance. Using non-OEM springs in gas regulation equipment can result in improper seating forces, potentially compromising the safety relief mechanisms or flow characteristics of the device.

Technicians performing regulator rebuilds or maintenance should inspect the existing spring for signs of pitting, distortion, or loss of free length. Replacement with the 0761-0076 ensures the regulator returns to its original operational specifications. This component is essential for maintaining the integrity of the gas control system in professional oxy-fuel cutting and welding setups.