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  1. #1
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    Can anyone identify this torch for me?

    I bought this torch at an auction without a tip and it would help if i could identify it in order to get tips for it. So could anyone tell me what or who made it? I added a pic of it. Thanks
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    I have seen others like it and someone will respond. I just can't think at the moment.
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  3. #3
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    Airco "corncob" or relative.

    Tips are very plentiful on Ebay and Concoa still makes this style torch.

    Tip nuts are cheap.

    Seal-Seat has exploded views in their catalog.

    If it has a steel head that's even better, but the brass ones are fine.

    They are well-regarded.

    I like doing business with ATL. One call should sort out what you need.

    http://www.atlweldingsupply.com/

    Tips look like this:
    10448_2208-144-acetylene-cutting-tip-airco-style_large.jpg
    Last edited by monckywrench; 06-01-2012 at 06:55 PM.

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    To be sure use some acetone and soak it and wipe with a rag, should clean it right up.

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    I wouldn't SOAK a torch in acetone lest it retain some in a cavity! There is no benefit. It doesn't remove corrosion.

    I'd WIPE one with a non-drippy rag if it had external oil or grease I was SURE wasn't internal too.

    If the torch is free of oil, dirt, etc I leak check them and do a thorough visual, then put them to work.

    Look into the valves with a bright light and into the head with the tip nut removed.

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