After some forge advice please

[Stanleythecat]

I want to upgrade the burner on my simple brick forge, I have a small butane torch at the the moment (disposable gas cylinder type) which isn't the hottest! I don't have the money to splash out on anything expensive, I was wondering if any of you have a gas forge and could recommend a cheap burner. Would this one be any good for instance?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Soldering-Brazing-Torch-hose-and-reg-kit-butane-propane-/280702995259?pt=UK_DIY_Materials_Plumbing_MJ&hash=item415b33cb3b#ht_1808wt_901

Leo

 

[Mesquite]

Get yourself a roofing torch.

It'll have more heat output for a forge than the one you linked

 

[Stanleythecat]

Get yourself a roofing torch.

It'll have more heat output for a forge than the one you linked

Thanks for the link buddy. Being pretty green what makes a good torch?


Leo

 

[chrisanson]

make one http://zoellerforge.com/sidearm.html
they work well

 

[lannyman8]

leo dont use that torch, id say make 1, its easy enough if you have some skill in working on metal/wood and with tools....

 

[Stanleythecat]

Thanks guys... I do have quite a tight budget, is making one an expensive exercise?


Leo

 

[lannyman8]

if you have a welder or can get hold of 1 then no, just a bolt and nut and some pipe from the scrap yard, or iro mongers, maybe £20 tops.........