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0330-0183 - Victor Size 8 Series 1 Acetylene Cutting Tip

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OVERVIEW

Cut Through the Thickest Steel with Confidence

When the job calls for severing massive steel plates or dismantling heavy machinery, you need a tip that can handle the heat. The Victor 8-1-218 Cutting Tip is built for the heavy hitters. As a Size 8 tip in the trusted Victor Series 1 line, this beast is designed to slice through steel ranging from 8 inches up to a foot thick. It’s the go-to choice for professional welders and fabricators working in demolition, scrap processing, and heavy industrial construction.

Why choose genuine Victor? It comes down to performance and safety. The 8-1-218 features Victor's signature one-piece copper construction, which stands up to the punishment of high-amperage heat and resists the deformation that can plague cheaper alternatives. The flame characteristics are tuned for Acetylene, providing the intense, focused preheat needed to start cuts on thick material quickly. Whether you are using a hand torch or a machine setup compatible with Series 1 tips, this consumable delivers the consistency you need to make clean, straight cuts through heavy sections.

Don't compromise on your consumables when working with heavy plate. A worn or inferior tip can lead to ragged cuts, excessive grinding, and dangerous flashbacks. Equip your Victor 300 Series torch with the 0330-0183 tip and experience the reliability that has made Victor the industry standard for generations. Remember to check your regulator settings to match the high flow requirements of a Size 8 tip for optimal performance.

Key Features

  • Massive Capacity: Cuts steel up to 12 inches thick.
  • Victor Quality: One-piece copper design for long life.
  • Perfect Fit: Designed for Victor 300 Series handles.
  • Acetylene Ready: Optimized for oxy-acetylene flame stability.
Additional Information
Brand:Victor
Item:Cutting Tip
Fuel Gas:Acetylene
Fits Which Torch:Victor 300 Series
Cutting Capacity:12"
Packaging Description:1-per-each
Series:Series 1
Size:8
Model:1-218
Country Of Origin:Mexico

INCLUDED

  • 1x Victor 8-1-218 Cutting Tip (Size 8)

APPLICATIONS

  • Heavy industrial fabrication and manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding and marine repair
  • Scrap yard demolition and processing
  • Structural steel cutting (beams, plates, columns)
  • Railroad maintenance and repair
  • Heavy equipment dismantling

FAQ

The 8-1-218 tip is designed specifically for use with Acetylene gas. It is not suitable for Propane, Natural Gas, or Propylene.

A Size 8 Victor cutting tip is rated for cutting steel thicknesses between approximately 8 inches and 12 inches.

This is a Series 1 tip, which fits Victor 300 Series torches and handles. It will not fit smaller 100 Series handles.

The Victor 8-1-218 is a one-piece copper cutting tip, which is standard for acetylene tips to ensure durability and heat resistance.

While primarily listed as a cutting tip, the 218 series is sometimes associated with specific applications. However, for dedicated gouging, Victor typically recommends the 1-118 series. This tip is optimized for deep severing cuts.

Use a standard tip cleaner set. Select the wire size that fits the preheat and cutting oxygen holes without forcing it, and move it back and forth to remove carbon deposits.

The internal part number (SKU) for the Victor 8-1-218 Cutting Tip is 0330-0183.

Yes, due to its large Size 8 orifice, this tip requires higher oxygen and fuel flow rates than standard tips. Consult the Victor cutting chart for specific pressure settings.