Post by hummingbirdstones on Jun 24, 2024 22:24:43 GMT -5
I started with a plain plumbers torch using disposable propane tanks. Also have a couple of butane torches and I still use those for small soldering jobs. I also have an Orca which I really don't care for much. Controlling the flame on it is difficult for me.
I was gifted a Smith Little Torch set up for oxy/acetylene with the small tanks and another Little Torch still in the box. I don't want acetylene in my house, so I am planning on setting up the other Little Torch with an oxygen generator and still using the disposable propane tanks. I have the oxygen generator already. Just need to buy the correct fittings for it and I will be good to go (hopefully). No bottled oxygen to buy and the disposable propane tanks are cheap. Most insurance companies will cover you with this set up. Check with your insurance carrier. Some city codes also regulate this, so check what your code is.
Here's a video explaining the set up of the oxygen generator and disposable propane tanks for the Little Torch:
Hello hummingbirdstones , I am considering buying the Smith Little torch kit as a beginner. One question I have is how long does the acetylene and oxygen gases last you with typical use? Second, is acetylene very dangerous that you don't want it in your house? Thanks
Doug
I don't use the acetylene and oxygen tanks. I was gifted those and don't want acetylene or oxygen tanks in my house. Most insurance companies wouldn't cover you using those in your house anyway. Yes, acetylene is dangerous. So is oxygen for that matter. I never did set up that oxygen generator yet, but I plan on doing that in the near future. The little propane tanks last a decent amount of time for me, but I'm not using them all that much at the moment. Wish I could be of more help.
