0330-0550 - Victor 16-HDNL Size 8 Propane/Natural Gas Cutting Tip

Cut Through the Thickest Steel with Confidence

When you are staring down a 10-inch slab of steel in the scrap yard or on a demolition site, you need a cutting tip that doesn't just survive—it performs. The Victor 16-HDNL Size 8 Cutting Tip (0330-0550) is built for exactly those moments. Designed for welders and cutters who rely on Propane or Natural Gas, this heavy-duty tip allows you to slice through massive sections of metal, up to 12 inches thick, without the constant worry of overheating or tip fouling. It’s the workhorse you grab when the standard tips just aren't cutting it—literally.

We know that cutting with alternative fuels feels different than acetylene. It requires a tip designed to maximize that specific heat output, and that is where the 16-HDNL shines. It features a two-piece construction with a heavy-duty shell that withstands the intense reflected heat generated when piercing and cutting deep into thick plate. The internal splines are designed to create a stable, aggressive preheat flame that gets the steel to ignition temperature quickly, even with the slower burn rate of propane. Once you hit the oxygen lever, the high-velocity stream punches through cleanly, blowing out slag and leaving a workable edge.

Durability is key when you are out in the field. Flimsy tips deform when they get too hot, ruining your flame pattern and causing dangerous flashbacks. The Victor 16-HDNL is built tough to resist deformation and spatter adhesion. It fits your standard Victor heavy-duty torch handles, so you don't need special adapters—just swap it in, set your pressures (crank that oxygen up for the deep cuts!), and get to work. It is ideal for scrapping, structural demolition, and heavy equipment repair where deep penetration is non-negotiable.

Stop struggling with undersized tips that blow back or lose their cut halfway through the plate. Upgrade to the Size 8 16-HDNL and experience the difference that genuine Victor engineering makes. It gives you the control and power you need to tackle the biggest jobs in the yard, keeping your cuts straight and your downtime low.