I got this for the kitchen, specifically for Sous Vide cooking. It's powerful for that and does the job perfectly. I've got no idea about plumbing pipes together but I imagine it'd do that job as well. It lights instantly and came with four cans of gas. I will say, there wasn't any instructions on how to fit it to the can of gas (It's just push and twist) but, unless you're a four year old kid, it'll take you about 2 seconds to work it out. Actually, make that three seconds because you have to take the cap off the can first. I looked at similar products at Screwfix and Toolstation, this was less than half their price, without the gas.
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This kit is great. I have been using it to solder sterling silver and the flame output is just fine for that. You can adjust the flame output also. Surprisingly the cans of gas lasts a long time. I would definitely recommend this product to people who are on a low budget and want try soldering.
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Exactly as described - works well with plenty of spare gas. Have used this for plumbing / soldering purposes and fine. Refills are readily available at several sources. Ignition works first time. 'Flaring' is a slight problem when the torch is first lit IF the can is tilted - you are warned about this. OK after 10 mins or so, flaring stops.
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This is a first class bit of kit. It has a small and concentrated flame which is much better than a lot of the others which put heat over a massive area. I am using this for lead loading on a classic car, it is ideal and I thoroughly recommend it.
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The attraction to me is that this product uses standard gas cartridges instead of strange gas mixes at premium prices, meaning cartridges can be as low as £1.20 each (B&M Bargains for example). The built-in ignition feature is also a real plus point so you don't have to hunt around for a box of matches. I don't think "welding" should be in the title description.
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