acetylene soldering torch

Bonnan · Mar 15, 2015

Pulled out the torch and "B" tank yesterday to replace a valve on some copper piping. It's been several years and flame lites but has no pressure. I can't remember what the problem is; can anybody give me a clue?. Tank has a small Linde regulator and gage shows 3/4 full.

jeffcat · Mar 15, 2015

When you put the tank away did you uncrank the knob on the regulator???? Bad boy if you didn't. Regulator spring has compressed. Other is the regulator is just bad. Can be rebuilt with a kit but have it done by someone who knows their stuff. Last choice just buy a new plumbers torch and get everything new.

toddol1971 · Mar 15, 2015

EMPTTTTTTT

rustyfarmall · Mar 16, 2015

Rap on the regulator a few whacks with a screwdriver handle.

Bonnan · Mar 16, 2015

Thx guys, yep that is it.

jimlll · Mar 16, 2015

My welding supply salesman says these cylinders were originally developed for early transportation.
B=Buggy
MC=Motorcycle
I don't know if this is true, but helps me remember the size of the cylinders.

JMOR · Mar 16, 2015

(quoted from post at 12:48:26 03/16/15) My welding supply salesman says these cylinders were originally developed for early transportation.
B=Buggy
MC=Motorcycle
I don't know if this is true, but helps me remember the size of the cylinders.

otor coach, maybe.

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