How Do You Use A Gas Cutting Torch?
Cutting metal with an oxyacetylene torch takes some care and attention, but once you are cutting the process is easy and rewarding. Gas cutting torches use the combustion of acetylene to jump-start the melting of metal. Oxygen is then introduced in a pressurized jet that acts to combust the steel, melting and cutting it easily. Because of the volatile nature of the gases used, safety is of high concern when using a gas cutting torch. Set up your welding equipment in a clear area away from any flammable objects such as scrap wood, sawdust and paper. Working on concrete or bare earth will prevent jumping sparks from spreading and causing fire damage. Make sure all hoses are untangled and connected to the correct valves and regulators, out of the way of any open flames. Check that both the oxygen and acetylene regulators are turned all the way down, and that the valves on both gas tanks are closed. Open both tank valves slowly to prevent damage to the regulators caused by high gas pressur
