Natutral gas torch?

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websterz

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What would be involved in changing a large propane torch (the weed burner/ice melter kind) over to use natural gas? It seems like such a torch would be good for dumping large volumes of heat into a part without the hassle of using propane tanks or bottles. Plus my shop is already plumbed for gas.
 
I believe all it takes is to change the orifice to the correct size. I think you need to go with a larger orifice size to use natural gas.

I remember the gas stoves coming with an extra orifice. You would ne to change it if you went to propane, but don't recall which way you need to go.

Bernd
 
The problem is the line pressure, you will need around 40 .... 50 PSI, your home should be running 7 ... 10 inches water column, 1/4 .. 1/3 of a pound.

Paul
 

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