Uniweld 144-1 Airco Style Acetylene Cutting Tip Size 1

Reliable Cuts for Your Airco Torch

If you are running an Airco style torch in your shop or on your rig, the Uniweld 144-1 Acetylene Cutting Tip is the reliable replacement you need to keep your work moving. This Size 1 tip is the sweet spot for a lot of common steel thicknesses, specifically rated to slice through 3/8-inch plate cleanly and efficiently. We know that out in the field, you aren't always cutting brand new, shiny steel. That's why this tip features a medium preheat design. It gives you enough heat to punch through light rust and scale without washing out the edge of your cut, giving you a better fit-up for welding later on.

Using the right tip for the job is the number one rule for getting a good cut, and the 144-1 is built for acetylene users who demand a stable flame. Unlike multi-gas tips that compromise on performance, this tip is tuned specifically for the burning characteristics of acetylene. This means you get a crisp, defined preheat cone and a cutting stream that clears the kerf out fast. It helps you avoid that frustration of a flame that keeps popping or wandering while you are trying to follow a line. The copper construction handles the heat of long cuts, and the seats are machined to fit tight, so you don't have to worry about leaks at the torch head.

Installation is simple—just unscrew your old tip and seat this one firmly (hand tight plus a wrench snug, don't over-torque it). Once you light up, you'll notice the difference a fresh tip makes. You can dial in your neutral flame quickly, and when you hit the cutting lever, the oxygen stream is straight and true. This tip is perfect for general fabrication, automotive repair, farm equipment maintenance, and any job where you need to cut mild steel brackets, plates, or structural shapes.

To get the most life out of this tip, keep a set of tip cleaners handy. Spatter happens, especially when piercing, but a quick cleaning keeps the holes round and the flame straight. Don't let a clogged or worn-out tip slow you down or ruin your material. Stock up on the Uniweld 144-1 and ensure your Airco torch is ready to perform whenever you strike a spark. It’s a small investment that pays off in faster cuts and less grinding time.