Blow Torch Recommendations

[sotal]

I've always used the cheapy DIY blow torches that always run out in the middle of the job!

I'm about to do some plumbing, something like 20-30 joints and I know there isn't enough gas left in the current one to do the job.

So my choices are just buy a few spare gas cannisters for the little torch,

Or spend the money on a better torch with a bigger (maybe better value?) bottle.

I don't have masses of use for a blow torch but do use one a few times a year, either on things like this or on car parts (heating things up before hitting etc!)

I often find the little one isn't man enough for the job.

Any recommendations on what I should buy? Without spending a fortune and remembering it will only be used a few times a year?

 

[gblades]

It sounds like a blowtorch which takes the mapp gas cylinders would be ideal for you as they get a lot hotter.

 

[kevplumb]

http://www.tooled-up.com/Product.asp?PID=139706

 

[chainsaw_masochist]

Even cheaper here.

 

[muggles]

Get a Bernzomatic TS7000 - it's a Roth SF2 but cheaper

 

[sotal]

Thanks for that I can get a TS7000 for £25 so that should do,

what is better to buy? Mapp or propane?

What benefits would I get from either?

Thanks

 

[gblades]

See http://plumbing.hardwarestore.com/learning/mapp-gas-vs-propane.aspx

 

[sotal]

See http://plumbing.hardwarestore.com/learning/mapp-gas-vs-propane.aspx[/QUOTE]

Cheers,

looks like propane will be the one I require then