BWSVTSW1F - Best Welds Victor Style W-1 Flexible Welding Nozzle Size 1

Technical Overview: Best Welds Victor Style W-1 Flexible Nozzle

The Best Welds BWSVTSW1F is a specialized oxy-fuel welding component designed to replicate the performance of Victor W-1 series nozzles while adding the versatility of a flexible neck. This nozzle is engineered for use with Victor 100 series torch handles (and compatible equivalents such as the J-28 and J-40). The unit features a Size 1 orifice, calibrated to deliver a precise flame for welding mild steel ranging from 1/32 inch to 5/64 inch (approximately 0.8mm to 2.0mm) in thickness. The nozzle assembly utilizes a mixer and tip combination optimized for Oxy-Acetylene or Oxy-Hydrogen gas services.

Structurally, the nozzle consists of a brass coupling nut and mixer base, transitioning to a flexible copper extension tube. This extension is annealed to allow manual bending up to reasonable angles, facilitating access to obstructed weld joints. The tip end is swaged to ensure laminar gas flow and a focused welding cone. The connection point employs a double O-ring seating mechanism (typical of the W-1 style) to prevent gas leaks and flashback potential at the torch head interface. Users must ensure that the nozzle is tightened by hand and then snugged with a wrench to the manufacturer's specified torque to maintain seal integrity. The BWSVTSW1F is an essential inventory item for MRO operations requiring versatile oxy-fuel capabilities.

Performance metrics for a Size 1 W-1 style tip typically require oxygen and acetylene pressures between 3 and 5 PSIG. Gas consumption rates are estimated at 3 to 6 SCFH for both gases, depending on the flame setting (neutral, carburizing, or oxidizing). Proper maintenance involves regular inspection of the O-rings and cleaning of the orifice with a standard tip cleaner set to remove carbon deposits and spatter.