I need to solder some 1-1/2" bronze drain pipe fittings like this: http://bit.ly/jopSXO in a sort of tight spot. I have one of those common Bernzomatic propane torches, but I am worried that I'll se
Doug - You can buy a special heat resistant shield that is like a heavy cloth (Home Depot SKU # 411396 for $17.89), but if it is just a few applications, you can probably get by something you already
When I put my air system in my shop I sweated all the lines (1/2 and 3/4") with an O/A torch and didn't melt anything. Just keep it moving and keep the flame small. It goes really fast. _____________
Thanks for the advice- I used a piece of fiberglass cloth I had lying around, and nothing got singed. I used the oxy-acetylene torch, but it was probably not the best choice, since the jet of hot gas
Hello, I need to solder some 1-1/2" bronze drain pipe fittings like this: http://bit.ly/jopSXO in a sort of tight spot. I have one of those common Bernzomatic propane torches, but I am worried that I
Doug - You can buy a special heat resistant shield that is like a heavy cloth (Home Depot SKU # 411396 for $17.89), but if it is just a few applications, you can probably get by something you already
Thanks for the advice- I used a piece of fiberglass cloth I had lying around, and nothing got singed. I used the oxy-acetylene torch, but it was probably not the best choice, since the jet of hot gas
When I put my air system in my shop I sweated all the lines (1/2 and 3/4") with an O/A torch and didn't melt anything. Just keep it moving and keep the flame small. It goes really fast.