
For professional welders and fabricators, a consistent gas flow is the invisible foundation of a perfect weld. The Victor 150Z45 Disc Orifice No. 4 (produced by ESAB) is the heart of your flowmeter's accuracy. If you have noticed that your flow ball is bouncing erratically, or if your actual gas coverage doesn't seem to match what your gauge is reading, the issue often lies within the internal metering components. This tiny brass disc features a precision-drilled hole that dictates exactly how much gas passes through your line, ensuring your shielding gas coverage is exactly what you set it to be.
Why does a small disc matter so much? In MIG and TIG welding, turbulence or insufficient gas coverage leads to porosity and oxidation. The orifice disc ensures laminar flow by metering the gas precisely before it enters the hose. Over years of service, these discs can accumulate contaminants from cylinder changes or degrade due to the high pressure of gas rushing through them. Swapping out an old, worn orifice for a brand-new OEM Victor 150Z45 can instantly stabilize your arc and improve weld quality by guaranteeing the shielding gas envelope is stable and consistent.
This part is specifically designed for Victor-style equipment, which is the industry standard for durability and performance. Don't compromise your expensive regulator or flowmeter with makeshift fixes. Installing the correct No. 4 orifice ensures that your flow tube readings are accurate. It is a simple, low-cost maintenance item that can save you hours of troubleshooting weld defects down the line. Whether you are running pure Argon, CO2, or a mixed gas, the mechanical integrity of your regulator is key to your daily success.
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| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Victor |
| Product Type:Orifice Disc |
| Size:#4 |
| Application:Gas Flow Control, Regulator Maintenance |
| Compatibility:Victor Gas Equipment |
| Packaging Description:pack of 1 |