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Gary Coffman
 
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Default Torch/gas compatibility: Oxy-Acetylene/Mapp/Propylene/....

On Mon, 12 Jul 2004 02:52:27 GMT, "Randy Zimmerman" wrote:
The conventional regulators, hoses, and torch handles will work on
propane.


Bad advice about the hose. There are two different types of hose. Type
R is for acetylene only. Propane will attack it, and you'll quickly have
dangerous leaks. There is a second type of hose marked "all fuels"
that's safe to use with propane.

Gary