[Jewelry making - Article 00645] - Re: [Orchid] Butane torches

[James Binnion]

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>     The flame is actually much larger (which is not to say hotter) and
>     more forceful than my Meco. On the other hand, it uses air, not
>     oxy, so it heats more gently, over a larger area. This worked out
>     extremely well for the gold! 

    We have been using compressed air / propane torches for a couple of
    years now for just this reason. A super hot pinpoint flame is
    wonderful for some jobs but a large bushy softer and cooler flame
    makes for less clean up and less problems associated with over
    heating. 

    I am not a fan of the little butane torches because you can't adjust
    the air fuel ratio but they do have a larger, cooler flame. If you
    get a chance try a compressed air / fuel gas torch I think you will
    like it. 

Jim

James Binnion
jbin AT mokume-gane.com
James Binnion Metal Arts
http://www.mokume-gane.com
360-756-6550
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