0330-0196 - Victor Size 5 Propylene Cutting Tip Type 303MP

Victor 5-1-303MP Propylene Cutting Tip Overview

The Victor 5-1-303MP (SKU: 0330-0196) is a specialized cutting tip designed for industrial applications utilizing Propylene gas. As part of the Victor Series 1 family, this tip is engineered to fit industry-standard Victor 300 Series torch handles, ensuring broad compatibility with existing heavy-duty equipment found in fabrication shops and maintenance facilities. The 'MP' designation indicates its specific optimization for MAPP® and Propylene gases, which burn with different characteristics than Acetylene or standard Propane, requiring specific internal geometry for flame stability and efficiency.

This Size 5 tip is a heavy-hitter in the cutting world, rated for material thicknesses up to 4 inches (approximately 100mm). This capacity makes it a primary choice for structural steel fabrication, heavy equipment repair, and demolition tasks where deep penetration and consistent heat input are required. The tip features a one-piece construction that Victor is renowned for, providing durability and resistance to the harsh thermal cycles inherent in manual and mechanized cutting operations.

Propylene offers a high heat release in the secondary flame, and the 303MP tip is designed to harness this energy effectively. Unlike general-purpose tips that may struggle with flame detachment or inefficient preheating when used with alternative fuels, the 303MP ensures a stable preheat flame and a coherent cutting oxygen stream. This results in cleaner cuts with less slag adhesion, reducing post-cut grinding and preparation time. For MRO professionals and industrial buyers, stocking the 0330-0196 ensures that operators have the correct consumable for high-capacity propylene cutting tasks.