[TheForge] oxy-propylene

[Chris Caswell]

Jerry Frost wrote:
> I've been using oxy propane for close to 20 years and don't like the 
> way it welds but have never said it's impossible. The only reason I'm 
> adding to Larry's reply is most of the previous oxy propane torch 
> discussions on this forum have had my participation.
>
> I'm a BIG proponent of oxy propane as long as it's a properly designed 
> torch. http://www.allstatesdistributing.com/
>
> It cuts, heats, brazes, solders, etc. way faster and better than oxy 
> acet. I don't like the way my torch welds but it will.
>
> If you check out All-States tell Lyle Frosty says hi. It probably 
> won't do you any good but you never know. <grin>
>
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> From: "Larry Ruebush" <lrt at winco.net>
>
>
>> I have welded with a propane/ox torch for over 40 years.
>> Don't know why some people say it can't be done
>> Larry Ruebush
>> west central IL
>>
>> From: "Bruce Freeman" <FREEMAB at pt.fdah.com>
>>
>>
>>
>> I have no experience with this, but previous discussions on this 
>> forum concluded it was impossible to weld with propane.
>>
>> But cutting is done with the oxygen after heading the steel.  What 
>> difference would the propane make to that?
>>
>> Bruce
>> NJ
>>
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I would be getting a set designed specifically for oxy-propylene - not a 
super heavy duty one but as I prefer to use the coal forge as my primary 
heat source I think that will be ok!

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Chris Caswell
Caswell Wood & Iron
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Burlington, VT 05401