Users' questions

How do I choose a torch tip?

How do I choose a torch tip?

How to Use a Cutting Torch Tip Chart

  1. Determine the metal thickness you want to cut. Select the tip size rated to cut that thickness or beyond.
  2. Select the tip style for the fuel gas you are using and metal type/condition.
  3. Pressure settings may differ for the various fuel gases available.

What is the difference between propane torch tips and acetylene cutting tips?

Propane can like acetylene be used for cutting. Acetylene releases almost 40% of its heat in the inner flame cone. Therefore, acetylene is better for cutting than propane. While temperature wise acetylene is hotter than propane the fact is that people are using propane for cutting incorrectly.

Why does torch tip size matter?

Contact Tip Size Matters When a contact tip begins to wear, the through-hole elongates and loses electrical conductivity, which greatly affects the gun’s ability to transfer current to the welding wire. Generally speaking, the larger the wire, the higher the parameters and the faster the deposition rate.

What are the tips of a cutting torch used for?

Figure 4. Two-piece tips are used for alternative fuel gases such as natural gas, methane, propylene, MAPP, and propane. This figure shows a cutting torch starting a cut and in action.

Where can I find brazing and soldering torch tips?

Find a variety of tips including propane, self-lighting and air acetylene to join metals and alloys together with brazing torch tips. Shop Grainger for soldering and brazing torch tips that reach the require heat target and work with your desired process. Based on search filters applied, no results found.

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