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I'm considering buying a Bernzomatic Mapp torch to do some silver soldering of 1/2 and 3/4 copper.
Does anyone know whether there's much difference between the TS4000 and 8000 (the 2 most commonly available models) apart from variable flame?
Their website doesn't make it clear whether the 8000 has a bigger tip.
There appears to be around $30 difference in price between the 2 but if the tip is the same then I think I'd go for the 4000.
Dave
I dont think there would be a terrible amount of difference, Tradelink are doing a deal at the moment with a Super Ego turbo torch that comes with tube cutters etc, might be worth a look. Super Ego is almost identical to Rothenberger though the quality isnt the same, good stuff on a budget.
just to add, its lucky you arent in california. because on the mapp gass bottles it states that it can cause cancer there.......
everything causes cancer in california, and just out of interest, I was at Ace Gutters yesterday getting some gear and they now sell "non toxic" glue and cleaner..............
I have the 8000, I don't use the variable flame but I do use the flame lock. As far as I know the 4000 is the same but a basic model.
Where in adelaide r u,
I have the 8000 and do use the variable flame particularly when I want to braze/solder aluminum (Them alloy rods they demo on al cans)
Croydon, but in a few months will be moving to the other side of the city...bought another place and I'll need to do some work (installing a dishwasher is #1 on the list).Quote:
Where in adelaide r u,
I've got access to an oxy torch, but the Mapp idea appeals to me due to its relatively small size/portability etc.
Thanks for the reponses.
Dave
they now sell "non toxic" glue and cleaner..............[/quote]
no way, thats awesome, I will feel alot better knowing there is non toxic glue and clener around. cause the past 20years hasnt hit us yet.