
We've all been there—a regulator takes a tumble off the bench, or a cylinder cart gets bumped, and suddenly your flow gauge is cracked or reading zero. You can't weld if you don't know your gas flow. The Victor 1424-0516 is the direct replacement you need to fix that busted gauge and get back to laying beads. This isn't a cheap knock-off; it's a genuine Victor part designed to fit your rig perfectly. With a 1-1/2 inch face, it fits right into the standard gauge guard or housing on your regulator without sticking out like a sore thumb.
The gauge reads in CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), giving you the numbers you need to set your shielding gas just right. Whether you are running pure Argon for TIG or a C25 mix for MIG, seeing your actual flow rate is critical. Guessing your gas flow is a great way to ruin a weld with porosity or waste money blowing through a tank too fast. This gauge features a clear, high-contrast face that is easy to read even when you've got your helmet raised and the shop lighting isn't perfect. The black case is tough enough to handle the daily grind of a welding shop.
Installation is straightforward. It uses a standard 1/8 inch NPT back connection, so you just unscrew the old broken one (make sure the pressure is bled off first!) and thread this one in with a little Teflon tape or thread sealant. It's a quick fix that saves you from having to buy a whole new regulator. Keep your equipment running right and your welds clean with a gauge that tells you exactly what's happening at the nozzle. Don't let a broken dial slow down your production; swap it out and get back to work.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Victor |
| Diameter:1.5" |
| Connection Location:Back Mount |
| Scale Type:CFM |
| Packaging Description:1 Per Ea |
| Max Flow:50 CFM |
| Connection Size:1/8 in NPT |
| Case Color:Black |
| Product Type:Replacement Gauge |