Whats the best Blow Torch to get?

[jimmock]

I'm thinking of the Rothenberger Super Fire 2...I know these are great and have used one. But does anyone have any other recommended ones that they think I should compare against.


I mainly solder 15mm and 22mm.

 

[tamz]

You can get an adapter for the primus bottles. You can then hammer nails in with it

 

[JJayMan]

My favourite torch at the moment has to be the Express Vulcane. Light wieght, wrap around flame, quick release interchangeable nozzles. MAPP or propane gas, lots of extras and spares available.

 

[AWheating]

I use my turbo torch extreme for most jobs. it has a nice size flame and is very fast,brought mine off ebay for £30 including postage from usa, bargin. I still use my very first standard primus 2000 torch when working in close quarters to avoid buring wall paper, timbers etc.... On the odd bigger job the big bottle,hose and gun comes out of storage though its usually on a boiling ring to mek the tea.

 

[AquaSystems]

I use a turbo torch- I cant fault it. Better than my old super fire 2 and a little cheaper to buy

 

[Plumber Shep]

I use a Benzomatic, they are very good and I can honestly say I have had no trouble with it (It was handed down to me so its a bit scratty)

As long as you look after them, I think they are worth the investment.

 

[nysk2008]

Defo recommend the Rothenberger SF 2, great torch. I know you can also buy the new SF 3 online, never used one but I think you have to buy gas refills that only fit that torch so probs one to steer clear of for the time being.

 

[unguided1]

the best gas bottle ever hasnt been invented yet coz when yer trying ter light yer ***, if yer not carefull they will catch yer beard on fire!!!!

 

[fuzzy]

ive had a few, i usually mess em up by getting flux in them! maybe i shouldnt use them to put flux on eh???????????
cannot remember what my most recent one is, got fed up lookin, just use it to cook the solder and copper! tthe first one i had was great cannot remember its name and havnt seen one since. should check it out, it was cool.............or hot

 

[adam84]

im currently using the turbo torch extreme for the last couple of years and have been very happy with it although the piezo is starting to play up, am thinking of trying the bullfynch one from bes similar to the turbo torch. ive been through bout 2 or 3 superfire 2s and found them to fall apart to easily for my liking.

 

[plumber0808]

ive got the monument gasex at the moment. nice neat flame, doesnt feel like youve got a flame thrower.

 

[adam84]

just to update my previous post on this thread, ive just received my bullfinch firepower and it feels very solid with a nice neat flame. cost wise its half the price of the super fire 2 and hopefully twice as tough. (though thats not saying much)

 

[Billy Bob Bob]

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this is the other one i have it cremates 15mm think its faulty

 

[jimmock]

I got a Superfire 2 in the end and I can't rate it enough....everytime my joints are perfect...thanks to all who posted here...i really do appreciate all your comments!!

 

[wetdrip]

Where's the cheapest/best deal to be had for the bullfinch?

 

[Chris F]

I use a quickfire , i have got a superfire 2 aswell,but i always use my quickfire.

 

[JCplumb]

Where's the cheapest/best deal to be had for the bullfinch?

Looks to me like the Bullfinch can be found un-branded at poofix and poostation, £5 cheaper at poostation though. I'm in the market for a new one (Don't tell 'em what I'm using now Kev...)

Here's the one I'm probably going to get and a pic of the bullfinch one to compare.

Toolstation > Hand Tools > Soldering Torches & Accessories > Piezo Ignition Turbo Torch

 

[kay-jay]

. I'm in the market for a new one (Don't tell 'em what I'm using now Kev...)



Toolstation > Hand Tools > Soldering Torches & Accessories > Piezo Ignition Turbo Torch

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Ha you mean that bic lighter and magnifying glass?.....[emoji83]

 

[JCplumb]

Ha you mean that bic lighter and magnifying glass?.....[emoji83]

Yeah, but it's a Milwaukee magnifying glass pal

 

[Swift2506]

Rothenberger trigger torch love it use it on 54mm copper