Spread the loveSetting up an oxy acetylene torch is a crucial skill for welders, metal fabricators, and hobbyists alike. In this article, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of setting up ...

An oxy-fuel cutting torch uses a ring of small flames to preheat the steel to a kindling temperature of 870 C and then directing a stream of pure oxygen, or a cutting jet, at the spot.

The results can be very gratifying. If you have an oxy-acetylene torch/welding setup, consider the value of restoring obsolete small parts! See All 32 Photos ...

Notice the wide “V” of the flames created by this oxy-acetylene welding tip. Technicians must be diligent and move the torch around all sides of the pipe to heat it evenly. Notice how the flame of an ...

An oxy-acetylene torch is handy for these applications, but if you need a more portable setup, and you want enough heat to melt rocks, you might want to look into this field-expedient thermic lance.

Many of us are comfortable using an oxy-acetylene torch, but sometimes we’re dissatisfied with our cuts. Here are things to check, and tips to improve torch performance: 1. Generic regulator ...