[Jewelry making - Article 00528] - Re: [Orchid] My first torch...

[Priscilla Fritsch]

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>     I haven't yet set up my Smith Little Torch oxy/propane system and
>     have been talked into exchanging it for air/acetylene setup. 

    I have the Smith Little Torch with the regulators for disposable
    bottles, however I use MAPP gas instead of propane because the
    oxygen lasts much longer. I found that the disposable bottle of
    oxygen only lasted about 1/2 hour of constant use when I used
    propane, but I get about 3x that amount with the MAPP gas (available
    at Home Depot and other hardware stores--yellow bottle). If your
    setup uses the disposable bottles, I suggest you get a oxygen
    regulator and a full size tank instead. Although you pay more up
    front, you will make up the difference in a matter of months if you
    use it daily. My next equipment purchase will be the oxygen regulator
    and tank. I am restricted because of space and where my studio is
    located, but if I could, I would probably go with the air/acetylene.
    The best prices I found for Smith equipment are at Cyberweld.com.
    Especially since they offer free shipping and no tax unless you live
    in New Jersey. (no affiliation, just a satisfied customer). 

Priscilla Fritsch
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