[Jewelry making - Article 00035] - Re: [Orchid] Guidance on water torch purchase

[R . E . Rourke]

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    i have a hydroflux welder, and have used the spiritflame..It is not
    for beginners- unless your building's code restricts gas tanks..it is
    far easier to learn how-to with regular torches than the precision of
    a water torch, and the maintenance required is extensive relative to
    oxy/ fuel torches or air/fuel models. 

    as for used..i would remove the cover and inspect the inside hose
    connections for everything from corrosion ( there shouldn't be any
    whatsoever), and tightly fitted clamps and gaskets all intact ( no
    cracks, tears, splits, peeling, etc). the chamber covers should also
    be 100% clean, silicone seals clear and interior threads well seated
    without any signs of prying, cross-threading, or other damage. the o
    rings on the handpiece should be perfect, no breaks, stretching or
    otherwise damaged; they should be pristine. the torch handle should
    be opened and the interior brass filter checked, it drops out of the
    handle easily when opened, or give it a slight tap on the edge of a
    desk to dislodge it if necessary- if it is non-existent - don't but
    it, as the owner has not used it correctly..( most come with a spare
    filter cylinder).turn the machine on and look into the mixing chamber
    while its running and make sure it is nicely bubbling away..no
    bubbles and fluids show that they are at the proper level = a major
    problem..if the dryer material is gunked up or wet that is another
    bad omen.as would be the vinyl hose having moisture or algae
    visible.. those are the basics..write me off list if you want more
    info..i couldn't open your link.. 

R.E.Rourke
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