Setting up the oxy-acetylene equipment at TechShop Menlo Park

There is very important information regarding the set up of the OXY welding equipment discussed in the OXY welding SBU.  This instructable is only to guide you during your first set-up of the rig.  Please remember to follow the rules and instructions provided in the class!

This instructable will help you set up the oxy-acetylene rig for your first couple of times.

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NOTE:  This instructable is not meant to replace the oxy-acetylene torch SBU at TechShop Menlo Park, it is merely here as a supplement for those that have already taken and passed the class.

Step 1: First things first

As you can see in the picture, we store the oxy-acetylene rig with the bottles facing forward.  We do this so that you can make sure that they are securely fastened to the cart.  If they are not securely fastened, tighten the wing nut.

Comments

[TexasBaconMan]

What do you set the output pressure to?

[jbleazy]

The pressure is specific to the size of the torch you are using. For most small welding tips ( size 000-2) the pressure should be between 3-5psi for both the oxygen and the acetylene. Double check with your torch manufacturer.

[canida]

Ooooh, fire. *adds to class list*