13716 - Smith 13716 Acetylene Heating Tip for AT60 Tube

Precision Heating with the Smith 13716 Multi-Flame Tip

The Miller Smith 13716 is a specialized screw-on heating tip designed for the professional oxy-fuel operator requiring precise thermal control and reliability. Engineered as a core component of the Versa-Torch™ system, this tip attaches directly to the AT60 threaded mixer tube or AT600 series twin-flame assemblies. It is calibrated specifically for Acetylene gas, leveraging the fuel's high flame temperature and secondary combustion characteristics to deliver a concentrated heat output of approximately 16,080 BTU per hour.

Unlike universal tips that may compromise on flame stability, the 13716 utilizes a multi-flame orifice configuration—commonly referred to as a "rosebud"—to distribute heat evenly across a targeted surface area. This design is critical for metallurgical processes such as preheating prior to welding, where maintaining specific interpass temperatures is mandatory to prevent cracking in high-carbon steels. The tip's internal geometry ensures laminar gas flow, reducing turbulence and the risk of flashback, provided the acetylene withdrawal rates are maintained within safe cylinder limits.

The mechanical connection of this tip features a robust threaded interface. This screw-on design allows for rapid changeovers in the field without the need for complex tools, while ensuring a gas-tight seal that withstands the thermal expansion and contraction cycles inherent in heavy industrial heating. Operators utilizing the AT60 mixer tube will find this tip provides the optimal balance of gas consumption and thermal transfer, making it an essential consumable for structural fabrication, maintenance, and repair operations.

Safety and durability are paramount in the design of the 13716. Manufactured in the United States, the tip is constructed from high-grade copper alloys capable of resisting heat deformation. It is strictly rated for Acetylene use; attempting to use alternate fuel gases such as Propane or Propylene with this specific injector/mixer configuration will result in flame instability and potential equipment damage. For professionals demanding consistent performance in heating, bending, and straightening applications, the Smith 13716 remains the industry standard for the Versa-Torch platform.