How to Select the Correct Cutting Tips For Your Oxygen Acetylene Torch

Whether you are buying your first cutting torch or replacing your current one, there are a few things you need to consider in order to get the best one for your project. One being the tip you choose.

While the selection process may seem daunting there are only 4 main things to consider:

1. Seat Type

2. Metal Thickness

3. Application

4. Fuel-gas

Keep reading to learn more about what goes into these 4 steps and get resources to help your cuts.

Practical. Powerful. Portable.

In recent years there’s been much discussion about the value of plasma-arc and laser processes for cutting and welding, but Oxygen Acetylene, more commonly known as oxy-fuel, is still the most commonly used method worldwide.

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Oxy-Fuel Cutting and Your Safety

CAUTION: It is vital to consult a certified technician before performing any sort of equipment tests.

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Automated Plasma or Oxy-fuel: Which is Best for You?

A variety of factors influence whether automated Plasma cutting or Oxy-fuel cutting will produce the best results for your operation. Here are a few things to consider when making that decision.

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Cost-Saving Solutions for Oxy-Fuel

Oxy-fuel cutting, which uses fuel gasses and oxygen to weld and cut metal, comes with a long list of benefits: superiority in cutting thicker materials, portability, versatility, ease of use and low cost-of-entry (as low as $250 to $350 for high-end oxy-fuel equipment) to name a few. And while plasma-arc and laser processes for cutting and welding have started to gain some ground in the past years, oxy-fuel is still the most commonly used method worldwide.

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How Using Alternate Gases Can Increase Cut Quality and Save You Money

Oxy-fuel cutting has been around for more than 100 years, and the most commonly used gas for the process, acetylene, has been around even longer. Its longevity certainly proves that it’s an effective gas for cutting. But is it still the best? Advancements over the past century have led to more quality cutting options, and gas is an important part of that equation. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of not only acetylene, but also alternate gases that can be used in oxy-fuel cutting.

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