28X52 - Victor C-69 3-Hose Machine Torch with Rack

Technical Overview: Victor C-69 Machine Torch

The Victor C-69 Machine Torch is a high-capacity, three-hose oxy-fuel cutting torch designed for mechanized cutting applications. Identified by SKU ESB28X52, this unit features a standard 1-3/8 inch (35mm) barrel diameter equipped with a pitch gear rack, making it directly compatible with standard torch lifters and motorized height controllers found on track burners and CNC tables. The rack and pinion interface allows for fine adjustments to the standoff height, which is critical for maintaining a square cut face and minimizing slag adhesion.

Technically, the 3-hose design offers distinct advantages over 2-hose models. In a 3-hose system, the cutting oxygen is supplied via a dedicated line, independent of the preheat oxygen and fuel gas mixture. This ensures that when the cutting oxygen valve is opened, there is no pressure drop in the preheat flame, preventing the flame from starving or popping out during the pierce. This configuration allows for faster preheat times and the ability to cut significantly thicker sections of steel with greater stability. The torch is rated for high-capacity cutting, capable of severing steel plate exceeding 10 inches depending on the tip size and gas pressures used.

The C-69 utilizes Victor Series 1 type cutting tips (or compatible equivalents), which are widely available in various sizes and geometries for different fuel gases (Acetylene, Propane, Propylene, Natural Gas). The internal gas mixers are designed to optimize flow dynamics, reducing turbulence and ensuring a laminar oxygen stream for clean, drop-cut quality parts. Maintenance is straightforward, with accessible check valves (recommended at the manifold or torch inlet) and replaceable flash arrestors to ensure operator safety and equipment longevity.

Specifications and Compatibility

• Mounting: Standard rack fits pinion-driven torch lifters.
• Connections: Standard "B" size 9/16"-18 fittings for Oxygen and Fuel hoses.
• Tip Series: Accepts Victor Style 1-101 (Acetylene) or GPN/MCN (Propane/Natural Gas) tips.
• Valve Type: High-pressure oxygen lever or solenoid control (dependent on machine setup).