When I put my air system in my shop I sweated all the lines (1/2 and
3/4") with an O/A torch and didn't melt anything. Just keep it moving
and keep the flame small. It goes really fast.
Douglas Braun wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I need to solder some 1-1/2" bronze drain pipe fittings like this:
>
> http://bit.ly/jopSXO
>
> in a sort of tight spot. I have one of those common Bernzomatic
> propane torches, but I am worried that I'll set the house on fire
> before I get the joint hot enough. I also have a mini oxy-acetylene
> set, with #0, 1, and 2 nozzles. Could that do a better job? Or is
> oxy-acetylene simply too hot for soldering? Could I end up melting
> the pipes, even with a small flame?
>
> Thanks,
> Doug
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