Western Enterprises 615-3T CGA-580 Inlet Nipple with Soft Tip, 3-Inch

Upgrade Your Welding Gas Setup

For professional welders, gas leaks are more than just an annoyance—they are a drain on your wallet and a threat to weld quality. The Western Enterprises 615-3T Inlet Nipple is the solution for reliable shielding gas delivery. Designed for CGA-580 connections, this nipple is the perfect fit for your Argon, Helium, or Argon/CO2 mix cylinders used in TIG and MIG welding. When you are swapping out tanks in a busy shop, you need fittings that seat correctly every time without stripping threads or requiring a breaker bar to seal.

The Soft Tip Difference

The standout feature of this nipple is the Soft Tip. If you have ever struggled to get a regulator to seal against a cylinder valve or manifold, you know the frustration of cranking down on the nut. The 615-3T eliminates this struggle. The soft tip insert compresses slightly to form a perfect seal against the seat, often requiring little more than hand-tightening or a quarter-turn with a wrench. This protects the seating surface of your regulator, meaning your equipment lasts longer and you spend less time troubleshooting hissing leaks.

Built for the Shop

Durability is key in a welding environment. Made from solid brass, this 3-inch nipple stands up to the knocks and drops of daily shop life. The 1/4" NPT thread allows it to fit into standard regulator bodies and manifold blocks easily. Whether you are building a custom gas manifold for a multi-station shop or simply replacing a worn-out stem on your flowmeter, this part fits the bill. It handles pressures up to 3000 PSIG, giving you the safety factor you need when dealing with full high-pressure cylinders.

Essential Spare Part

Every welder should keep spare nipples and nuts in their toolbox. A damaged nipple can shut down a welding station instantly. By stocking the Western Enterprises 615-3T, you ensure that you are ready to fix connection issues immediately. It is compatible with the standard inert gas cylinders found in almost every fabrication shop. Don't let a $5 part stop a $5000 job—ensure your gas delivery system is leak-proof and reliable with Western Enterprises fittings.