Acetylene torch basics

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  • How to use, and get better at using a acetylene torch. Good tips, and info to help you have a better understanding of what this thing can do.
    Remember that all torchs are not the same yours may be different.

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  • @joelskok9491
    @joelskok9491 7 ปีที่แล้ว +281

    Very helpful advice, I appreciate it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us in such a non threatening manner. Meaning, you did not talk down to us rather you parlayed wisdom in humility. Great job

    • @EEJester1586
      @EEJester1586  7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Thank you.

    • @thomasjones6629
      @thomasjones6629 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great video. I have an everlast plasma cutter for general cutting but I believe I won't regret getting a oxy-acetylene setup.

    • @SAXONWARLORD1000AD
      @SAXONWARLORD1000AD 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Agreed,this guy is cool

    • @zidek50
      @zidek50 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree completely. This is TH-cam at its finest. I teach carpentry and this is now a 'go to' video for the students to see when we cover these types of tools. Subbed!

    • @x3genny989
      @x3genny989 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Joel Skok no

  • @stephenphillips8336
    @stephenphillips8336 5 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Thanks for sharing the nessicary information without showing off and wasting time. 🔥

  • @adirondacker007
    @adirondacker007 6 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I was taught (over 30 yrs ago) to set up the torch so the valves are on the same side as the tip. Easier adjustment and less chance of bumping the knobs and throwing out the mixture. Also, I strongly agree with 1/4 turn on acetylene so it turns off fast in emergencies. Great video overall

  • @budcolston8638
    @budcolston8638 5 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Wear ear protection when welding or torching overhead. My Dad suffered a lot after a spark went in the ear. Great video.

  • @deathkartgaragechannel7082
    @deathkartgaragechannel7082 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I watched a lot of videos trying to learn what i can. Your video was the best one yet. You talked normal and simplified it so I,understand what the hell you are saying. Thank you

  • @Dra6nheart
    @Dra6nheart 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Great job with taking your time to explain things. I'm in a welding class now and you did a better job with taking your time so others can understand then my teacher does.

    • @jamesmoody4477
      @jamesmoody4477 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bro I dont think he can talk any faster. But very informative

  • @yambo59
    @yambo59 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Very good tutorial, im an old guy now so its been a long time since I used a torch, but didnt hurt to go back and re-learn the important fundamentals.

  • @gorillatag6912
    @gorillatag6912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “...or if you’ve got one and don’t know how to use it.” My dude this vid is gold! I just heated and bent a wrench to get the angle on transmission line fittings. Saved me sooo much cursing!! Rusty or seized fittings or bolts will now fear me.

  • @ronwhite9117
    @ronwhite9117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you ! Great help to a beginner like me ! And I'm 57 years old I really do appreciate it I look forward to seeing more of your videos

  • @waynefornash8929
    @waynefornash8929 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It has been years since I have had to use a cutting torch. You brought back all I learned in welding school. Best video I have seen on the subject. Thank you

  • @kirkwilson6653
    @kirkwilson6653 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I have to start a new job this week and they were really leaning on me to know some things that I haven't practiced since Millwright school. Thank you very much for your video, the information was sincere and concise, you should consider a position at an instructing facility. 5-6 rule.. I love it. Cheers.

  • @rossmiller2204
    @rossmiller2204 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very well done instruction on using an acetylene torch. Really glad that you pointed out the 15 PSI max limit, since most don't know that acetylene that isn't dissolved can do nasty things over that limit.

  • @scottherr642
    @scottherr642 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are a great teacher-any Vocational program would be blessed to have you as an instructor-thanks for a great video.

  • @randyericson7659
    @randyericson7659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really appreciate the display of the "feather" at the six minute mark. That was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @allyblair
    @allyblair 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    thank you so much for this video, i just bought a full sized setup used from a neighbor with a cutting torch and honestly was afraid to even try it without some guidance. this was the guidance i needed.

  • @JarlSeamus
    @JarlSeamus 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this. It's been 35 years since I touched a torch, so this was a very helpful refresher.

  • @appalachianamerican3881
    @appalachianamerican3881 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for this video. I'm just starting to learn welding at my local career and tech center, and this video has helped me understand what I was doing wrong in class today. With a lot of students new to welding, everyone needs individual attention for help and can't always get the help they need. I was letting my cones get too big, and definitely moved too slow and was melting my practice plates during the cuts. Again, thanks for this video for refreshing what I forgot on my first day today. I love being able to come home and look on youtube for help.

    • @EEJester1586
      @EEJester1586  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Victor Ryan Glad I could help. Good luck in the welding industry it's a lot of hot work get used to getting burned a lot lol. Let me know if you have any questions I'll be glad to help.

  • @SgtJoeSmith
    @SgtJoeSmith 5 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    Also keep hoses out from under what you are cutting so you don't light them on fire

    • @hoodwinkedbyanangelmichaelfazi
      @hoodwinkedbyanangelmichaelfazi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Im glad i was not the only one who saw that

    • @j0sh368
      @j0sh368 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @dr badboy you should always cut fuel off with a cutting tip first, if you cut oxygen off on a cutting tip it will backfire

    • @earleclemans4836
      @earleclemans4836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @dr badboy never turn off oxy first

    • @ZEUS-eg8jw
      @ZEUS-eg8jw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joe Smith & Friends Network
      ... 😎 ...!

    • @Mikey-ym6ok
      @Mikey-ym6ok 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, having a flaming hose with def make you shit a stinky Twinkie.

  • @RDI-tq1sf
    @RDI-tq1sf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not many people like you, son,....classic work with classic instruction.
    Thank you for just being you.....
    I appreciate your way of explaining proper methods.
    Wish you the best of 2020

  • @Glide1992
    @Glide1992 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful video. Well done. Wish I had watched it 30 years ago.

  • @yellowhammer4747
    @yellowhammer4747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Gorgeous work, instruction, and craftsmanship sir! You do an excellent job in explaining the basics!!
    I came in out of the shop to find a good teacher for better operating methods on cutting steel. You have provided exactly what I was searching for sir.
    Im headed back to the shop now.
    Be safe and God Bless you my friend.

  • @Devante_L
    @Devante_L 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video helped me a lot. I just started welding school and I used the acetylene torch for the first time today. Thank you for the info :)

  • @ricksleadsheet6711
    @ricksleadsheet6711 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm just getting started with the "welding world" and this was VERY helpful. Thank you. I'll be following you from now on!

  • @nickpedigo2634
    @nickpedigo2634 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Not many people or places will teach you this for only a like out and share. I’ll come back to freshen up on my basics with this video. Great video and teacher.

  • @bradwarburton6526
    @bradwarburton6526 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm an electrician, but I have to do a variety of things where I work. Often, I'm on my own and have to pick up a new skill in a short period of time. I saw three other videos, and yours was the one which explained all of the information which I needed. I sure didn't do a pro job, but I got the job done. Thanks plenty!

  • @SpeedKiller198
    @SpeedKiller198 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The reason why it won’t relight after a backfire is because the internal components get oxidized by the oxygen of you turn off the fuel first.

  • @aprilc.3290
    @aprilc.3290 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg life saver... switched from natural gas to acetylene setup and was about to chuck the whole system... that feather made allll the difference! When from producing straight coal to butter! You're the best!

  • @Football5198
    @Football5198 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job on the video! Plainly spoken, easy to follow instructions. No self aggrandizement common to youtube videos. Thank you sir!

  • @mattjohnson7775
    @mattjohnson7775 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video man! I embarrassed my self today trying to cut a hole using a torch for the first time ever and really needed a good video to explain it all. This is a great video and I'll make sure to reference this video again. Thank you again, cheers from New York

  • @Delmar829
    @Delmar829 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for doing this. I have been using torches for since I was 9 years old. I leaned from this. Great instruction!!!!!!!!!!

  • @eamonngilligan95
    @eamonngilligan95 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect video to watch after learning how to assemble a torch. Answers a lot of questions most basic videos dont answer

  • @sylveonnn
    @sylveonnn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thank you so much for the informative video! my welding classes were trimmed down to 5 weeks instead of 8 due to the pandemic and i didn't get the chance to use a cutting torch and i have a weld test for a job this week that i need to use a cutting torch for!

  • @angelathoms4491
    @angelathoms4491 7 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    That was a very helpful video. Your teaching method is great. Like someone else mentioned, you could teach a class.

  • @bobby90247
    @bobby90247 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, I had a friend of mine "attempt" to teach me how to use a Oxy/Acetelyne set-up I'd just purchased and he FAILED. "THIS" single video, you explained MORE than he did "in-person!!!" Thank you, very much!!!!

    • @EEJester1586
      @EEJester1586  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      bobby90247 Glad it helped. I've been wanting to do a brazing video so you will get your wish. Thanks for the comment.

  • @ronireland6601
    @ronireland6601 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very nice presentation and safety attention given to pressure and precautions! Thank you for your experience and wisdom! I have been around 50 years and as a kid I had experienced men took me under their wings from torches to arc welder to how to pour lead felt joints! I think a lot is lost to not having exposure to shop classes such as high school or having someone who can explain the safe and Guide to show such as mig or tiger work! The old guys would not wate for me to ask but would explain alot of information about what we were doing and that was very helpful and let me feel not so stupid for asking questions! That is the best way I think is helpful!

  • @Joemadeus3rdworld
    @Joemadeus3rdworld 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's been a while for me and needed a refresher.... ran across your video and it was a great help! Much appreciated !

  • @TheDiagnosticPro
    @TheDiagnosticPro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely terrific ! This is one of the best videos I've seen. Thank you so much.

  • @The314moses
    @The314moses 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Very good job with this instructional video my friend, thank you. There were details that you covered that were left out of a lot of other videos on this subject. Thanks!

  • @USNERDOC
    @USNERDOC 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent instruction video. I sure do enjoy your channel and content. Looking forward to future videos. I've watched all your videos. Just wanted to pass along a compliment that your style and delivery has really improved. Keep up the great work. Thanks!

    • @EEJester1586
      @EEJester1586  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +USNERDOC Thank you. Hahaha I know I watch some of my old videos now and think "Wow I really didn't know what I was doing." But you live and learn. Thanks again that means a lot.

  • @moneal25
    @moneal25 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad I watched your video first. Valuable information. Short and to the point. Great job!

  • @raynardpatoir174
    @raynardpatoir174 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks very much. Very simple to understand, very straightforward. I learned sooo much from such a short video. Keep doing what you're do. Much appreciated.

  • @MrJFuk
    @MrJFuk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very nice camera work. Helpful video. Thank mate.

  • @timbob987
    @timbob987 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome vid. Relaxing at the rear end of the truck after teaching. Just need a beer and a cigar!

  • @TysonNeil
    @TysonNeil 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good refresher and overall instruction. I haven't had to use a torch since the late 80s and that was a few times in HS auto shop.

  • @dblizz68
    @dblizz68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for sharing knowledge with us noobs. I know virtually nothing about oxy-acetylene but want to try it out. I now feel confident that I can do it without much fear.

  • @tommyhickey8370
    @tommyhickey8370 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best tutorial video I've seen in a while. Very helpful.

  • @deejaymaddox1785
    @deejaymaddox1785 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank god that I found your page it’s in totally safe my day I am a new beginner and try to check all for torch cut set up but it’s all waste my time especially the page from my country. It’s clearing understanding now thank you again

  • @kcalhoun32
    @kcalhoun32 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for a great, easy to understand intro to the torch. Helped me a lot.

  • @wilburcollins8342
    @wilburcollins8342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watched again, I appreciate your slow percice method to teaching!

  • @jimtennison1613
    @jimtennison1613 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the tips. I was doing something wrong but I didn't know what. Now I do and I am going to practice and try to do better.

  • @williamtoth6284
    @williamtoth6284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm just starting . Thanks for the wonderful info.

  • @frrapp2366
    @frrapp2366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    when i learned to use a torch in ag class they always said to stay off to the side of the regulator so if the handle blew out it wouldn't hit you think you would have to have a really bad regulator to do it but that's the way i learned. Liked the refresher on settings, always good to review things so you don't get in a rut of doing the Wrong thing !! THANKS again

  • @billarroo1
    @billarroo1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The higher you go above 15psi on acetylene the more friction is created in the line, and the higher chance of the acetylene gas to ignite in the line, never seen it happen though. 😆 GREAT VIDEO

  • @rgacusan2002
    @rgacusan2002 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very helpful video for beginners like us!

  • @jimshirley7613
    @jimshirley7613 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Haven't used my torches in a few years now, This was an excellent review video. Thanks.

  • @davec4474
    @davec4474 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice simple and to the point from someone who knows what your doing, thanks.

  • @davidgloyna3511
    @davidgloyna3511 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job. Thanks for the efforts. Short and to the point.

  • @whatfreedom7
    @whatfreedom7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well after watching this I was able to use a torch on my own for the first time to do what I needed to do and managed to not blow myself up. So I consider it a success.

  • @xtremluck6260
    @xtremluck6260 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent tutorial. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @YourOldDog
    @YourOldDog 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks alot for taking the time Bud, Being able to hear a correctly set cutting flame was big deal for me. Mine always made a lotof racket and I was melting more than cutting.

  • @kenmassaplumbingheatingair4092
    @kenmassaplumbingheatingair4092 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @ScottRedstone
    @ScottRedstone 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work. Very useful info and no excess chatter or explaining something over and over.

  • @vrod8597
    @vrod8597 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, keep them coming! Thanks for the info as a weekend DIY/ hobbyist I occasionally forget some of this important information.

  • @CLDO97
    @CLDO97 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your channel. You did an excellent job with adult level instruction. Well done mate 👍

  • @centerearth
    @centerearth 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent presentation! Thanks for your time

  • @tedgibson656
    @tedgibson656 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.

  • @silverthorn25
    @silverthorn25 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video with all the necessary information! Thanks.

  • @2islandboy
    @2islandboy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Man, you should teach welding. Easy to follow for a complete beginner and also good tips for a pro. NICE JOB

  • @MrIloveSharon
    @MrIloveSharon 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your time and help, very instructive.

  • @jimbinger
    @jimbinger 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, thanks ! All the elements of a good video; not too long, good information & good steady image quality. I have bookmaked this vid to come back to before using my cutting torch.

    • @davidmarquardt2445
      @davidmarquardt2445 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      When I went to welding school in 1982 they started us out with oxy-acetylene. I think they did that because it's slower and you can see the puddle forming, with arc it's almost instantaneous and we did brazing and cutting too. The welding tips were numbered #1 through #14, the #1 tip was supposedly 1 psi acetylene. I think that was for jewellery making, we never used that, I think we used a #5 most of the time at 5 psi, I don"t think we ever went over 10 psi. And all the acetylene gauges were 30 psi with 15 to 30 in red, so never let that needle go beyond the 12'o clock position.
      Later on when we did multi pass groove welds in 3/8ths plate we would cut the weld. If there were any slag inclusions it would blow back like the 4th of July. Then the instructor told us when you can get a clean flame cut of your weld, then you can start thinking about doing a bend test.

  • @TheNuggetshooter
    @TheNuggetshooter 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video. Thanks for making and posting it.

  • @JAYMAN595367
    @JAYMAN595367 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great video man, very informative and said all the right things unlike a lot of people on here lol thanks for helping me out

  • @b.1099
    @b.1099 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helpful. I work straight with my father's mechanic shop and sometimes we have no choice to use the torch for some stuff so this helps me learn a bit quicker.

  • @myklive
    @myklive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the lesson. I just made my first cut.

  • @NoNam3_xLeaderX
    @NoNam3_xLeaderX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New at welding. So I’m very thankful for this video. New sub👍🏽✊🏽

  • @michelevitarelli
    @michelevitarelli ปีที่แล้ว

    Great lesson. Thanks for sharing. This is the best tutorial on TH-cam.

  • @charlieyoung1696
    @charlieyoung1696 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    BEST info yet on cutting torch!! grate job!!

    • @user-sk9hl7si7l
      @user-sk9hl7si7l 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah GRATE job

    • @esreverniytilaer3510
      @esreverniytilaer3510 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      charles young torches do a much grater job at cutting than grates

    • @moravec94
      @moravec94 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Grater hahah

  • @fvpd14
    @fvpd14 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent instructional video!! Thank you

  • @likelelimbeha6415
    @likelelimbeha6415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks very much for the free lesson, much appreciated indeed and good luck always

  • @gypsychris1031
    @gypsychris1031 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, bless you for the new knowledge

  • @VictorRodriguez-rd5xl
    @VictorRodriguez-rd5xl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you my friend good advice and helpful tips good job on explaining, have a nice one...👍

  • @scottyakoubian9238
    @scottyakoubian9238 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for making this. I’m going to look into this more.

  • @crashlife487
    @crashlife487 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a great video, I just started using this to cut off lips on buckets and welding new ones on. This gave me a lot of great info to use, I’m about to go try it right now!

  • @anthonyrodriguez2613
    @anthonyrodriguez2613 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great show of the acetylene and oxygen setting and adjusting the torches

  • @galanoth17
    @galanoth17 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy crap. That is one strong flame. Respect to welders. Some seriously risky work.

  • @bldshteyes
    @bldshteyes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really liked the video. Was using one today at work and had forgotten about how to properly set one (been 15 years). Again thanks for making the video. BTW I didn't know about the oxygen vavle ! ★Open up all the way★

  • @richlijacanacua
    @richlijacanacua 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the lessons. Very precised

  • @orelygarcia
    @orelygarcia 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent Text Book Instruction on lighting cutting and safety, Thumbs up.

  • @technovikingfan
    @technovikingfan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey bud! Excellent video. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your knowledge. Take care!

  • @markusburrell8809
    @markusburrell8809 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the videos. I really enjoy them.

  • @amonamarth55
    @amonamarth55 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video dude! I had never used a cutting torch before. I started working a job where I cut 3/8 to an inch. Helped a lot!

  • @ChileExpatFamily
    @ChileExpatFamily 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video. Very informative.

  • @wilburcollins8342
    @wilburcollins8342 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks I needed this! Sir, I truly like the way you teach.

  • @AllAmericanDreamChaser
    @AllAmericanDreamChaser 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video! Thanks!👍😀

  • @KalRandom
    @KalRandom 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude I just inherited a welder and cutting torch, never used them before.
    Your going to help me learn to use this stuff.

  • @tomswinburn1778
    @tomswinburn1778 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so old I don't do any welding anymore. I was pretty good with a cutting torch and with a mig machine. I never did get the hang of a stick welder.I didn't have anyone teaching me and tried self learning. In my case a bad idea. Wish I'd had a couple of your vids. I believe that would have made all the difference.

  • @davidlodge32
    @davidlodge32 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Clear and concise. Perfect. Thank you!

  • @adamquincy9314
    @adamquincy9314 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply very good man with great advice.

  • @supersonicsam1
    @supersonicsam1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    appreciate you sharing your knowledge

  • @technolucas3720
    @technolucas3720 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the great video. I feel like I always learn something useful every time I watch one of your videos. Keep it up!