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Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch?

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Zira

08-30-2001 18:17:48




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Latly it seems that I am constantly bugging freinds & coworkers to help me by heating frozen bolts, etc. or welding parts for me. Is there an inexpensive (relatively) way to by a welding torch set? Primary use for now would be to heat frozen bolts and jack top-nuts, but I would like to learn to weld down the road (I am in night school now, so it will be at least a year until I take a welding class). Any ideas? I can probably pick up a used torch and regulators cheaply, but I don't know what to look for or if I would really save that much after buying hoses, nozzels, etc. What are the compatibility issues (if any)?What about oxy-propane?

Thanks for any help/suggestions.

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John Partridge

09-06-2001 11:30:38




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 Re: Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch? in reply to Zira, 08-30-2001 18:17:48  
Be sure to get backflash preventers in your lines. Some of the cheap sets on HF don't have them. Maybe it gets some cost out, but no self-respecting retailer would ever sell you a set without them. They are a necessity for preventing fuel in your Oxygen, Oxygen in your fuel, or worse, fire in your Oxygen.



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paul

09-01-2001 10:39:20




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 Re: Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch? in reply to Zira, 08-30-2001 18:17:48  
I agree with the other 2, buy a good set to start with.

You can buy tanks, or you can rent. Renting will tie you to one supplier (for 5 years to lifetime!), while buying tanks can leave you out in the cold if most suppliers in your area only fill their own tanks. This is the difficult choice, it depends on what you like (pay now / pay later, etc.) and what is 'normal' in your region. I always thought owning would be better (cheaper) but am not so sure any more...

I have oxy-propane and like it, will not cut as deeply however cuts cleaner & brazing is easier. Propane is cheaper (uses slightly more Oxy, but 20 gal propane lasts a long time, can get anywhere, cheap tank.) and you can alway lease/ buy an acetylene (sp?) tank later if you want.

--->Paul

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ironrat

09-01-2001 06:56:15




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 Re: Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch? in reply to Zira, 08-30-2001 18:17:48  
I agree with Franz and suggest buying namebrand equiptment so you can find parts later on. With a good torch set you can weld,cut,braze,bend,harden,free and form metal. It will also teach you basics for welding using different processes should you desire later on.



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Franz

08-30-2001 21:57:19




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 Re: Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch? in reply to Zira, 08-30-2001 18:17:48  
Same advice here as with any welding equipment, find yourself a good welding supplier, and ask questions. The real welding supplier will often teach you, and be there when you need help or have more questions.
You can save a few bucks buying a crap torch from Home Depo, or some farm/family store, but when you need help, you're on your own.
The joy of a low price is forgotten more quickly than the greif lack of support brings.
The kid at Home Depo can't show you how to set the torch up, and he certainly won't caution you about never getting a drop of oil between the oxygen tank and the regulator.
You're not buying a torch, you're investing in a tool that will last your lifetime if you care for it properly, and can kill you if you don't.

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JD

09-09-2001 06:22:46




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 Re: Re: Inexpensive welding/cutting/heating torch? in reply to Franz, 08-30-2001 21:57:19  
I agree with the posts above on buying a quality setup . One of the cheaper name brands is PurOx I'm not sure if that is spelled right . The are a tough torch set and fairly inexpensive . They offer cutting/gouging tips for the cutting torch ,and welding or Rosebud tips also . I used a set of these torches for 12 years with very little trouble out of a field service truck (plenty of dust dirt and filth ) . I worked as a mechanic and used them for heating ,cutting , and some welding . They suited me well for what I used them for . If I was going to use a set as a welder I would purchase a set of Victor or Smith torches . The Smith torch is a Smooth cutting torch but it is pricey and a little more prone to problem if they aren't kept clean and dry ,Also they don't take abuse near as well . The tips for the Smith torch are also a little more expensive . THe Victor on the other hand is about as expensive but it will stand more abuse .

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