Building a carbon arc torch has been one of the simpler projects I have tackled lately, but I think it will also prove to be one of the most practical. Without an oxy/acetylene torch there are few ...

A Cleveland man who suffered third-degree burns while lighting an acetylene torch has come up with a way to prevent it from happening to anyone else. Ideas for new inventions can spark at any time.

Many of us are comfortable using an oxy-acetylene torch, but sometimes we’re dissatisfied with our cuts. Here are things to check, and tips to improve torch performance: 1. Generic regulator setting ...