Molten Weld

An oxy-acetylene cutting and brazing torch is a versatile tool that uses a high-temperature flame produced by the combustion of a precisely controlled mixture of oxygen and acetylene gas to perform various metalworking tasks, including cutting, brazing, welding, and heating. How It WorksThe system involves two pressurized cylinders (one for oxygen, one for acetylene), pressure regulators, hoses, and a torch handle with interchangeable tips or attachments. 

• For Cutting: A cutting attachment is used, which features pre-heat flames (oxygen/acetylene mix) surrounding a central, high-pressure stream of pure oxygen. The pre-heat flame brings the steel to its kindling (ignition) temperature (around 1,800°F or 980°C), at which point the central oxygen jet is released. This jet rapidly oxidizes (burns) the metal, and the resulting molten iron oxide (slag) is blown away to create a clean cut. This process is suitable for cutting low- to medium-carbon steels.
• For Brazing/Welding: A welding or brazing tip is attached to the torch handle. The oxygen and acetylene are mixed in the torch body to produce a flame with a temperature over 3,000°C (5,400°F).
  • Brazing involves heating the base metals to a temperature below their melting point and using a non-ferrous filler metal (with a lower melting point) which is drawn into the joint by capillary action.
  • Welding involves using the flame to melt the base metal itself to form a molten puddle, often with the addition of a matching filler rod, which then solidifies to join the pieces. 

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• Delivery Time: 24 HOURS