Victor 0781-9405 G250-15-510 Medium Duty Single Stage Acetylene Regulator, 15 psig Delivery Range, CGA 510 Inlet Connection

I had an old Victor regulator finally blow an O-ring between the high and low side, and I could have rebuilt it, but I found this regulator for about $10 bucks more than the rebuild kit, and I don't need fancy features like tank pressure drop compensation, so it was kind of a no brainer to replace it.So far it's worked perfectly fine.

Good regulator

My old cheaper acetylene regulator finally gave up the ghost, so I invested in a Victor regulator, which has the reputation of quality.

Works well

This regulator leaks. after installing, i opened the tank and i could hear the gas escaping and i could smell the gas. i only opened the tank 3/4 of a turn since this is acetylene. when i closed the tank valve the tank pressure needle slowly drops to zero. i sprayed soapy water on all the connections to locate the leak, but no leaks found. the leak appears to be coming from the regulator itself. i conducted this testing with the adjustment screw of the regulator both in a closed position, as well as in the opened position. same results. i will be sending this unit back, and then order a replacement.

New regulator uses rotating dial type handle. Appears to be more sensitive than earlier "T" handle. Otherwise has same form, fit, function as earlier model One problem . Owners Manual suggests recording supplier, purchase date and serial number. I looked all over regulator and could not find serial number. Put in call to Victor Customer Service and am waiting for reply. Arrived a few days earlier than originally planned. Amazon kept me informed of new arrival date,

This is a direct replacement without the local supply houses mark up and delivered to my door!

Great replacement for my old regulators - better than my old Granger or H.F. onesMy Granger ones wore out...and my 'piece of junk' Harbor Freight regulators simple fell apart! These look like they'll last me the rest of my lifetime.