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Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection

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Keith

01-05-2001 21:13:06




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I am trying to decide which torch outfit to buy for occasional use. I have looked at the Victor portable outfit for about $280 with very small tanks but I'm not sure if I can "upgrade" to larger tanks sometime in the future. I have read about the Henrob 2000 torch and even talked with a distributer or two about it. They claim it is the best thing ever. Claims of 50% less fuel and a much hotter and more directional flame is attractive too. Any thoughts?

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Steve U.S. Alloys

01-08-2001 06:53:33




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 Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Keith, 01-05-2001 21:13:06  
We chose Victor as our supplier for oxy-fuel equipment. I think they are still the only ones who have the built-in check valves. The 100C is the medium duty and the J100 like the auto parts stores sell is the light one. I'd go with the 100C for non-commercial use in general heating and brazing. With the cutting attachment it is rated at 6.5" capacity. The main difference in comparing the higher priced 100C's to the lower priced ones is the finish.

The Vangaurd series also has built in flame busters. You will of course pay more for it.

Also, match your tank size to the largest tip in the set you buy. You have to be aware of the draw down rate on the C2H2 cylinder if that's the fuel gas you want to use.

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hay

01-07-2001 15:13:44




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 Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Keith, 01-05-2001 21:13:06  
i hear victor brand is good, although i have owned and used a harris torch rig for the past 30 years and never had a second of trouble from it. tips available a tractor supply company and many auto parts dealers and welding suppliers around here. i bought my tanks and never had any trouble getting refilled trade-ins. never even had to show my original reciepts for the tanks when and where i bought them.LOL

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Steve Phillips

01-07-2001 14:15:19




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 Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Keith, 01-05-2001 21:13:06  
When buying bottles, only deal with a reputable welding supply company. The small operators or the auto parts store that does this as a sideline may not be in business 5 years down the road leaving you with bottles that can't be filled locally. I've had this happen twice in the last 15 years when the national chain auto parts stores in my rural county decided to no longer handle welding gases. The first time I had bottles that were leased for 25 years. The second tanks I had owned for about 5 years. Now thankfully I have a supplier within 10 minutes of my shop. Hopefully they don't have any plans to move away any time soon! Steve in N.C.

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Nathan(GA)

01-06-2001 15:22:09




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 Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Keith, 01-05-2001 21:13:06  
Keith, I have one of those Henrob torches. Mine was just the torch and tips, no regulators or hose. It does a good job welding or fine cutting. Spose to be able to weld cast iron with the proper flux and rod. But for general torch work, I use my larger victor. They make a smaller set called firepower for around $160. I bought one of those about 2 years ago, but haven't opened it up.

I agree with T_Bone on the smaller tanks.

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T_Bone

01-06-2001 02:46:47




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 Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Keith, 01-05-2001 21:13:06  
Hi Kieth, The Victor 100 torch is the finest rig ever built. Nice and light weight but can do anything you want. Larger is not better for cutting! One suggestion is don't buy the small tanks unlees you need to carry them all the time. They don't last long and a PITA having to refill very often. Buy the largest tanks "you" can handle and have the supplier show you how to lift them comfortable as there is a trick to not breaking your back on large cylinders.

T_Bone

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Paul J. Decker

01-07-2001 04:00:05




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 Re: Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to T_Bone, 01-06-2001 02:46:47  
How small are these small tanks being talked about? I am considering 60 cubic foot tanks. I can buy them outright and avoid a $6.00 per month rental fee plus $150.00 deposit per tank.



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T_Bone

01-07-2001 04:37:55




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 Re: Re: Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Paul J. Decker, 01-07-2001 04:00:05  
Hi Paul, The oxygen is 20cu/ft "R" and the acetylene is a MC about 8cu/ft if I remember correct. The 60cu/ft are also pretty small but just depends on what you need. Check on how much it cost to refill vs how much you use in a year. If you don't use alot then the 60's would probably be cost effective.

T_Bone



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stewart

01-07-2001 04:12:56




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 Re: Re: Re: Oxy-acetylene Torch Selection in reply to Paul J. Decker, 01-07-2001 04:00:05  
hi from austraria i guess tanks are what we call bottles our torches are made by c.i.g. and are commet by trade name. go for the best you can afford.



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