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1500870 - Harris 6290-4 Acetylene Cutting Tip, Size 4 (3-Inch Capacity)

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OVERVIEW

Reliable Cuts for Heavy Steel

When you are out in the field or deep in the shop, you need a cutting tip that lights up easy and cuts clean every time. The Harris 6290-4 Acetylene Cutting Tip is built for welders who demand reliability. This isn't just another replacement part; it's a genuine Harris tip designed to help you slice through 3-inch steel plate like butter. If you are running a Harris torch, you know the value of their flat-seat tip design. It means you can swap tips in seconds without messing around with Teflon tape or worrying about leaks. Just tighten the nut, check your pressures, and you are ready to burn.

The Size 4 orifice on this tip is perfect for heavy-duty jobs. It provides a strong, stable preheat flame that brings your base metal up to temp quickly, so you aren't wasting gas waiting to start your cut. Once you hit the oxygen lever, the 6290-4 delivers a powerful, focused stream that blows through thick steel, leaving a clean kerf that requires less grinding and cleanup. This efficiency saves you time and money, letting you move on to the next piece faster. The solid one-piece copper body is tough enough to handle the heat and the occasional knock, ensuring this tip stays in your kit for the long haul.

Using the right consumables is critical for safety and quality. This tip is specifically engineered for Acetylene gas, which burns hotter than propane or natural gas, giving you the piercing power needed for thicker sections. Whether you are cutting scrap, fitting pipe, or fabricating heavy machinery, the Harris 6290-4 gives you the control and power you need. Don't settle for generic knock-offs that sputter and pop; stick with the proven performance of Harris tips for your oxy-fuel setup.

Why Choose the Harris 6290-4?

  • Heavy Capacity: Cuts up to 3 inches of steel, handling your big jobs with ease.
  • Quick Changes: Metal-to-metal seat design makes swapping tips fast and leak-free.
  • Clean Cuts: Precision manufacturing ensures a smooth oxygen stream for better edge quality.
  • Durability: Solid copper construction resists heat and wear better than multi-piece tips.
Additional Information
Brand:Harris
Item:Cutting Tip
Fuel Gas:Acetylene
Cutting Capacity:3"
Fits Which Torch:All Harris
Packaging Description:1-per-each
Tip Size:4
Construction:One-Piece
Seat Type:Metal-to-Metal (Flat Seat)
Preheat Type:General / Medium
Material:Copper
Oxygen Setting:55-65 psi
Fuel Setting:10-15 psi
Fuel/gas:Acetylene

INCLUDED

  • 1x Harris 6290-4 Acetylene Cutting Tip

APPLICATIONS

  • Structural Steel Fabrication
  • Heavy Equipment Repair
  • Scrap Cutting and Demolition
  • Shipbuilding and Repair
  • General Industrial Maintenance
  • Pipeline Construction

FAQ

The Harris 6290-4 cutting tip is rated to cut steel up to 3 inches (approximately 75mm) thick.

No, the 6290 series is designed specifically for Acetylene. For Propane or Natural Gas, you would need a Harris 6290-NX style tip.

No, this tip is designed for Harris style torches which use a flat seat. It is not compatible with Victor torches which typically use a cone-shaped seat.

No, Harris tips utilize a metal-to-metal flat seat design. You should never use thread tape or sealants, as the mechanical seal is sufficient and safer.

You should use a standard tip cleaner set. Select the wire size that fits the preheat and cutting orifices snugly but without forcing it, and move it back and forth to remove slag or carbon buildup.

The Harris 6290-4 is a single-piece copper cutting tip, which is standard for acetylene tips to withstand the heat and provide proper flame characteristics.

While exact settings can vary by application, a common starting point for a size 4 tip cutting 3-inch steel is approximately 45-50 PSI for cutting oxygen and 5-10 PSI for acetylene.