Propane regulator settings

Date 12-08-2006 05:36

When using propane through a acetelyne regulator,what is the average preassure on the line?Should it be lower or higher than acetelyne?(barring tip size).Is it usually ok to run at say above 15lbs as opposed to acetelyne?

By Lawrence (*****)

Date 12-08-2006 12:06 Edited 12-08-2006 12:09

Unless your operating a HUGE multi-flame rosebud or cutting sections over 5 inches thick, there is no reason to operate over about 10.

Secondly... Your regulator may accomodate several gasses but you also must check your hoses to be sure they are rated for the gas you have selected. The same goes for your cutting tips. Two piece tips are especially fuel gas specific.

Refer to the charts provided by the manufacturer of your hoses and tips.

I have a personal experience with running acetylene through a Propylene tip that was unplesant and resulted in a scare and a wrecked tip for me... But a good lesson for the students.

By Molten Metal (**)

Date 12-08-2006 16:01

Thanks Lawrence.I have the proper tip,but will have to check the hoses.Thanks.

By Doug Hodgson Date 01-07-2007 13:17

ive been useing acetylene hoses for 8 yr now never replaced or had prob. propain is safe at higher pres. on my big hess i use 25 psi. p 85 psi. ox you must use proper tip