0558005079 - ESAB 1566HS-6 High-Speed Machine Cutting Tip for Propane/Natural Gas

Precision High-Speed Machine Cutting

The ESAB 1566HS-6 Nozzle (SKU: 0558005079) represents the pinnacle of oxy-fuel machine cutting technology for alternate fuels. Part of the renowned Oxweld 1566HS series, this nozzle is engineered specifically to maximize productivity in automated cutting environments using Propane or Natural Gas. The "HS" designation stands for High Speed, indicating an internal geometry optimized to maintain a stable cutting oxygen stream at travel speeds significantly higher than standard general-purpose tips.

Technically, the 1566HS-6 utilizes a two-piece construction consisting of a brass inner spline and a heavy-duty outer shell. This design is critical for alternate fuels like propane, which require a recessed flame focus for stability. The inner spline features precision-milled preheat slots that ensure efficient gas mixing and flame retention, even during rapid piercing and cutting operations. The outer shell is heavily chrome-plated, a feature that serves a dual purpose: it reflects radiant heat to keep the tip cool during prolonged machine cycles, and it prevents molten slag and spatter from adhering to the nozzle face, thereby extending the service life of the consumable.

This specific Size 6 nozzle is calibrated for heavy-duty applications, typically handling plate thicknesses around 6 inches (approx. 150mm), making it an essential component for structural steel fabrication, shipyards, and heavy equipment manufacturing. By leveraging the high calorific efficiency of propane or natural gas combined with the aerodynamic superiority of the HS design, operators can achieve cleaner cut faces with less slag, reducing secondary machining or grinding requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Series: 1566HS (High Speed)
• Gas Compatibility: Propane, Natural Gas
• Tip Size: 6
• Mount Style: Oxweld Machine Torch
• Material: Brass internal, Chrome-plated copper shell