0559811163 - ESAB I-Series 100A Long Bevel Plasma Tip

Precision Engineering for Automated Beveling

The ESAB 0559811163 is a specialized 100A Long Bevel Tip designed explicitly for the high-performance demands of ESAB I-Series automated plasma cutting systems. In the realm of industrial fabrication, precision is paramount, particularly when executing complex bevel cuts for weld preparation. This consumable is engineered to facilitate those operations by providing the necessary physical geometry and arc characteristics required for steep-angle cutting.

The "Long" designation of this tip is critical. Standard length tips often lack the physical clearance required when the torch head tilts to 45 degrees or more, leading to potential collisions with the workpiece or interference from spatter. This extended design mitigates those risks, allowing the plasma arc to reach the material effectively while keeping the torch body at a safe distance. This is essential for protecting the expensive torch head assembly during aggressive beveling sequences.

Thermodynamically, this tip is optimized for a specific gas mixture: Oxygen (O2) as the plasma gas and Air as the shield or assist gas. This combination is widely regarded as the industry standard for cutting mild steel, offering a balance of high cutting speed and excellent edge quality with minimal dross. The internal geometry of the tip is machined to exacting tolerances to shape the plasma stream into a highly constricted, energy-dense arc. This constriction is vital for maintaining cut angularity and minimizing the heat-affected zone (HAZ) on the workpiece.

Manufactured from high-grade copper alloys, the 0559811163 ensures superior thermal conductivity. At 100 Amps, the thermal load on the consumable is significant. Efficient heat dissipation is necessary to prevent the tip orifice from eroding prematurely, which would otherwise lead to a loss of cut quality and frequent consumable changes. By utilizing genuine ESAB I-Series consumables, operators ensure that the coolant flow and gas dynamics function exactly as the system engineers intended, maintaining system warranty compliance and operational reliability.