MAPP gas vs propane gas?

[Ermintrude]

Jeepers . Get a type c nozzle for your torch and it cooks a 28 in seconds with propane! Map and and does temper the copper. It's ok on lead tho????

 

[Ajones_17]

I've flicked back and forth between the two as always have two set up and grab the closest to hand. But prefer map myself

 

[TBServices]

Never used MAPP as propane has always been fine for me. In fact I've only just started using blue gas as I always bought primus/sievert refills until they got too expensive!

I use a pencil flame in my superfire 2, will this work with MAPP?

 

[IND_Nick]

I always use propane but as some other people have said I keep a bottle of Mapp in the van for 28mm or damp areas.

 

[Roger Welton]

Primarily use propane up to 35 its fine normally though have some MAPP on the van as on that cold windy winter day when you're doing a external gas line it is helpful.

 

[PatrykA]

Mapp is the only way to go if you know what your doing.

 

[basildog]

Mapp is the only way to go if you know what your doing.

Keeps everyone on site so much calmer too !
All that red makes them angry !

 

[Reg Man]

I hope some of you guys are not inter-changing half empty Mapp/Propane cylinders on to one torch.

 

[tamz]

I've always hated mapp. It is too hot for anything under 35mm if you are using a sure fire.
Yes it heats up quicker but to a higher temp so takes longer to cool. Time difference on a 15mm fitting must be about 2 seconds so what is the point.

I don't wear jimmy choos either :wink:

 

[Reg Man]

Some of the large players in the industry prohibit Mapp gas from being used by the employee's.

 

[AWheating]

doesnt mapp give of a more toxic fume?

anyway, i use mapp, with a small pencil type torch up to 35mm. I dont use those carpy trigger torches unless its 28mm and outside in winter.

propane is a few seconds slower, best to learn with a small torch with propane.

 

[Billy Bob Bob]

propane i use primus bolted to a SF2,dont need to use anything else though i borrowed the old mans torch the other day he had mapp in it cant say i noticed any difference

 

[Reg Man]

I only got introduced to Mapp gas when my son was doing his apprenticeship. He learnt on it and I must say the joints were neat. He soon found that he was getting a few failed joints. He changed to a company who do not allow Mapp, Propane only. He has not had any problems since. I put this down to lower temperature and more even heat on small bore pipes. Its not about how quick you can solder its about a durable water tight system.

 

[Best]

Think the vote is starting to swing towards Propane now! :smile:

 

[tamz]

I like the primus bottles too. A handy hammer if you are stuck:6:
I shouldn't say things like that :lol:

 

[tamz]

He soon found that he was getting a few failed joints.

Seems a common thing with those who use mapp speaking to a few guys i know. Might be too much localised heating, don't know.

 

[Reg Man]

How about The old paraffin lamps? no only kidding, not that old.

 

[tamz]

How about The old paraffin lamps? no only kidding, not that old.

Want to buy one:wink:

Infact PM me your address and i'll send you one Steve. Gen up. I've got loads.
You can go buy a bottle of paraffin and play with it setting the hedge on fire:lol:

 

[tamz]

Take your pick


And i have more.

 

[basildog]

Now that is what I call proper kit !
Will last not like all the tat we buy today ?