94940108 - Arcair Replacement Washer for Torch Extension 94-168-023

Keep Your Gouging Torch Tight and Right

Every welder knows that the smallest part can sometimes cause the biggest headache if it fails or goes missing. The Arcair 94-940-108 Washer is the specific replacement piece you need if you are running an Arcair torch with the 94-168-023 Extension. When you are out on the job, whether you are gouging out a crack in a heavy casting or prepping a seam on a ship hull, your equipment needs to be solid. The extension on your torch takes a lot of abuse—leveraging weight, heat, and the constant vibration of the compressed air rushing through the line. This washer is what helps keep that extension screwed on tight and positioned correctly.

Why bother with a genuine Arcair washer instead of digging through a bin of random hardware? Fit and safety. This washer is sized perfectly for the extension assembly. A washer that is too thick might prevent the threads from seating fully, while one that is too thin or made of soft metal might crush and loosen up as soon as the torch gets hot. A loose extension isn't just annoying; it can be dangerous. It can cause poor electrical conductivity, leading to arcing inside the threads, which will ruin your expensive torch extension and potentially the torch head itself. Using the correct 94-940-108 washer ensures that when you tighten that extension down, it stays there until you decide to take it off.

Maintenance is part of the daily grind. When you are cleaning your torch or swapping out parts, take a second to look at the washers and seals. If you see this washer is flattened out, cracked, or missing entirely, swap it out. It is a cheap insurance policy for your gear. Keeping a few of these 94-940-108 washers in your toolbox or locker means you are never stuck trying to jury-rig a fix when you should be burning metal. It’s about professional pride and keeping your tools in top shape so they take care of you.

This part is straightforward to install. Simply disassemble the extension from the torch body or handle, remove the old washer, clean the seating surface, and slide the new 94-940-108 into place. Reassemble and tighten to the manufacturer's specs. You'll feel the difference in a solid, rattle-free connection. Don't let a ten-cent problem turn into a hundred-dollar repair—stick with genuine Arcair parts for your gouging setup.