[TheForge] switching torches

Wed Dec 4 15:56:00 2002

I have a Harris set. The Oxy regulator is a NO. 10-125. The low pressure
gage reads from zero to 200 PSI.
I bought a Henrob torch and almost gave up on it until I realized that the
problem was that my regulator would not hold a constant pressure.
The Harris regulator works fine for cutting or a large tip but does not work
for low (3-8#) pressure.

Darrell

----- Original Message -----
From: "terry l. ridder" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2002 1:11 AM
Subject: [TheForge] switching torches

> hello;
>
> for many years i have used a smith equipment oxy-fuel torch for both
> cutting, brazing, and welding. the problem i am facing is being able to
> purchase new cutting and welding tips locally. i can no longer afford to
> pay the premium prices i have been paying when ordering online and then
> waiting for the tip to arrive. i ordered a propane welding tip two weeks
> ago and it still has not come in. i like the balance and feel of the
> smith torch for both cutting and welding. i am going to switch to either
> harris or victor. i would like to hear from others their experience with
> either brand. a deciding factor would be which supports the use of
> propane better. another deciding factor would be which supports small
> cutting, brazing, welding, and heating ( down to 1/16" ). i would also
> like to hear if i should consider other brands. i know harris and
> victor i am able to purchase tips at farm&fleet, the local welding
> supply store, and the welding supply stores in rockford and aurora,
> illinois.
>
> --
> Terry L. Ridder ><>
>
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