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Thread: BOC LPG cutting nozzle size??
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11th May 2015, 02:35 PM #1New Member
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BOC LPG cutting nozzle size??
Hi All
I have a heap of cutting to do, mainly 1/4 inch thick and 1/2 inch thick mild steel but also some railway line.
Would the 1 cutting nozzle do both jobs?
What size for the Boc 2 seat Oxy/LPG cutting nozzles do I need?
Available sizes are 6,8,12,15,20 and 24.
Regards
Dave
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11th May 2015, 05:24 PM #2Most Valued Member
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Number 8 is ideal for 5-10mm, 12 for 12-20mm and number 15 covers 25-75mm.
Number 12 may scrape in on the railway track, but I doubt it. If you are restricted to only one tip, I would go with a 15 as you can turn the preheat flame down for 5mm but you can't make a number 8 cut 25mm.
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12th May 2015, 01:25 PM #3New Member
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OK, thanks Karl, I'll get a No. 15. I can soon get a smaller one if the 15 uses too much gas on the lighter work.
Dave
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12th May 2015, 02:13 PM #4Most Valued Member
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Dave, when you go to cut the railway line, put a cold chisel nick in it at the point of cut, as it won't need as much preheating prior to cutting.
Kryn