[AT] Torch kit

[Mike M]

OK, well it sounds like I need to do more research, as to whether I need 
acetylene or not, sounds like not. I just don't want to invest all the 
money only to find out it won't get the material hot enough.  Charlie, 
what do you mean by "pop back"?

Mike M


On 2/14/2016 6:30 AM, Cecil Bearden wrote:
> You can get enough heat with propane/Oxy to braze.  I do it all the
> time.   Usually with my cutting torch as I have a straight cutting 70deg
> torch and just do not want to change torch heads.  Years ago Craftsman
> had a oxy/propane torch head and tips.  There are still some oxy/propane
> torch sets available, but I believe they are special order.   a propane
> cutting tip is readily available for a Victor and a Smith torch.
> Victor style tips will fit most all ofthe Chinese torches.
>
> Cecil in OKla
>
>
>
> On 2/13/2016 11:08 PM, Mike M wrote:
>> Thanks for the insight guys. I don't have a huge need for a torch, but
>> when I need one, I need one! The torch will be primarily used for
>> cutting steel, freeing rusted nuts, and some brazing, so it sounds like
>> I need the Oxy/Acetylene to get enough heat for brazing. Bo, I'm glad
>> you've had good success with your HF torch set, the price is certainly
>> right.  Sounds like I might be better off buying the tanks, due to
>> rather limited use the lease fees would be better spent on a purchase.
>> I'll need to look into the Smith brand torches, I haven't heard of them.
>>
>> Thank-you,
>> Mike M
>>
>>
>> On 2/13/2016 10:49 PM, Len Rugen wrote:
>>> I started with an O2 tank and a 100 lb farm propane tank just for cutting, one of my sons salvaged a unharmed acetylene tank from a shop fire.  The tanks were one each from the competitor welding places in town.  One ran empty one time and they took it to the wrong place, where some young kid didn't even pay attention to the label and swapped it for their tank.  Problem solved :-)
>>>
>>> Len Rugen
>>>
>>> rugenl at yahoo.com
>>>
>>>
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>>>
>>>        On Saturday, February 13, 2016 8:10 PM, Dennis Johnson <moscowengnr at outlook.com> wrote:
>>>     
>>>
>>>     Mike,
>>>
>>> What I have seen is that the smaller tanks are purchased, and the larger ones are leased.
>>> My son and I both have purchased tanks. Other than the initial purchase all you pay is for the gas. And the company just exchanges tanks.
>>> Shop I manage leases tanks. There is no initial purchase, but we have a lease fee about $5 per month per tank in addition to paying for gas when needed.
>>> Victor is a good touch brand you can get most places. Some welding supply companies have in house touch brands that are OK. One question regardless of brand is the size of torch. The other is quality "quality level". Most have a occasional use touch set that I have, and also a professional welder welder series my son has.
>>> Regarding the torch and regulator size, one question is how thick of plate do you plan to cut?? Smaller torches may be limited to 1/2", where larger ones can cut thicker. If you are doing small part welding you may not want a huge torch to hold.
>>>
>>> Good luck
>>>
>>> Dennis
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Feb 13, 2016, at 5:02 PM, Mike M <meulenms at gmx.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> OK guys, I've had the need too many times now that I need to move from
>>>> my MAPP gas torch up to an oxygen/acetylene torch rig. From doing some
>>>> looking it appears that Victor is or was the main brand that is the most
>>>> copied. What would you guys look for when buying a new torch kit? Do you
>>>> rent or buy the tanks? I see a set at Horror Freight that looks like a
>>>> Victor clone, but I don't want to buy junk, as I've seen these things
>>>> last forever. I also took a look at the Hobart brand carried by my local
>>>> Tractor Supply. I know they make pretty good welders.  Any advice is
>>>> greatly appreciated.
>>>>
>>>> Regards,
>>>> Mike M
>>>>
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