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Klunk

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Gas torch recommendations
« on: August 09, 2021, 10:39:43 am »

I require a micro torch for brazing. I have a big torch, so this will be for running repairs and small items made on a bench. Whats the best. Not bothered if cartridge or refillable. Just need it to be reliable
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #1 on: August 09, 2021, 11:13:55 am »

Kunk........you will find a wealth of information by searching in our files.............. %)


That little BenZomatic as marketed in Australia has a 3 year replacement warranty................2 of the slightly cheaper versions just start spitting flame after about 12 months & the warranty expired......Proxxon do one......I am sure it is OK, but again the warranty is 12 months

Derek


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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #2 on: August 09, 2021, 12:35:16 pm »

chefs torch, I silver braze with mine, came from Lidl. nemesis
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #3 on: August 09, 2021, 12:44:43 pm »

Agreed with Nemisis, bog standard chefs one from your local cookshop and a can of Swan fag-lighter gas (Other brands are available!). The only problem I've had over 10+ years is the piezo lighter bit failed but a disposable lighter works for me.
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #4 on: August 09, 2021, 02:19:04 pm »


I've got one Klunk..... get your cash out!




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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #5 on: August 09, 2021, 02:33:24 pm »

I've never seen those before Martin but it does look amazing!!!

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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #6 on: August 09, 2021, 02:47:07 pm »

I reckon Martin's been watching The Great British Jewellery thingy on Beeb and has got, or probably had a "good idea" O0
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #7 on: August 10, 2021, 01:25:51 am »


I've got one Klunk..... get your cash out!





Great....thats what i hoped for. When you Google gas torches 90% are chefs ones and I wasnt sure if they got hot enough
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #8 on: August 10, 2021, 05:36:10 am »

I have a couple of the gas soldering iron/ heat gun/ torch from lidl, does most things, then step up to a small oxy propane unit that uses small (about 14" tall) gas bottles,
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Re: Gas torch recommendations
« Reply #9 on: August 10, 2021, 08:08:41 pm »

Hi Pete, for brazing I use an Arctic Vortex torch screwed to a map gas bottle.


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