Don A Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Would this rig make for a decent torch? (cutting, welding, brazing):http://www.mytscstore.com/detail.asp?pcID=1&paID=1011&sonID=598&page=4&productID=1377 I think they are running around $189 new.Victor Cut-Weld Outfit Includes Oxygen Regulator, Acetylene Regulator, Welding Torch Handle, Welding Nozzle #0, Cutting Tip #0, 3/16 In. x 20 Ft. Dualine Hose, 2 In. x 4 In. Cover-All Goggles, Striker And Instruction Booklet BTW, I've never owned a torch before. Any additional advice is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Thomas Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Don: That is not a bad torch. It is somewhat lightweight, and you will have to buy bigger tips after awhile. The welding tip is really small for most blacksmith work (spot heating rivets and so on) and the cutting tip is really pushing it to cut 3/8". Depending on your tank size, you'll probably want a rosebud tip after awhile, which is good for local heating and bending. All these can be bought later, but the total can cost more than if you get them in the original set. Here is a link for Victor:http://www.thermadyne.com/victor/ Here is an example of the tip sizes needed for cutting:http://www.fitchindustrial.com/cutting_tipchart.htm I strongly urge you to go to a welding store and talk to them. You will need to see what they carry to supplement your new kit even if you don't buy one from them. So you might as well get comfortable with them before you buy yours to make sure your torch future is an easy one. If you aren't familiar with using a torch, ask them to show you how to use it and operate it safely. That information alone is worth any difference in price and will put you in good graces with the welding store. They always like it when you admit your limitations so they know how to help you. There is an Airgas (bought BOC Gases, I guess) about 40 miles from me and they have always been good to me. Are you considering buying your tanks from Tractor Supply? I saw that you can get the larger tanks there now. That has always been a source of frustration to me; that you can only buy small tanks and lease the larger ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don A Posted February 15, 2006 Author Share Posted February 15, 2006 Thanks Ed. I'm in no hurry, so I'll heed your advice and do a little more fact-finding in the local welding supply shops. Last time I was at Tractor Supply they gave me a brochure on their gas and oxygen tanks. It offered a full range of sizes, and I do believe you could buy them outright. The guy in line in front of me was writing a big check for some big tanks. I'll see if I can remember where I put the brochure and let you know what it says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don A Posted February 16, 2006 Author Share Posted February 16, 2006 This is from the Tractor Supply website:Introducing Thoroughbred Industrial Cylinder Exchange Kiss cylinder rental fees and waiting for the welding store to open goodbye. When you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Thomas Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 DonA: Thanks. I wonder if I can get some large O2 tanks into the system? Might be worth some phone calls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakwoodforge Posted February 17, 2006 Share Posted February 17, 2006 Don, check with the local welding supply outfits, when I got my torch the local welding / airgas store beat TSC by almost $100 on my O2 tank. You might also pick up a LP/O2 tip for that torch in case you have a bunch of cutting to do LP gas is alot cheaper. Jens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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