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how to weld with oxygen acetylene
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Welding with oxygen-acetylene, also known as oxy-acetylene welding (OAW), is a process that uses a flame produced by mixing oxygen and acetylene gas to melt and join metals. To start, ensure you have proper safety gear, including goggles with appropriate filters, gloves, and protective clothing. Set up the oxygen and acetylene tanks with regulators and check for leaks. Open both tank valves, adjust the regulators to the recommended pressures, and then open the acetylene valve on the torch slightly. Ignite the gas with a striker to create a flame, then open the oxygen valve on the torch to adjust the flame to a neutral setting, characterized by a sharp, defined inner cone which indicates an equal balance of oxygen and acetylene. This flame is ideal for most welding tasks, providing adequate heat without introducing excess oxygen or acetylene to the weld area. Move the torch tip along the joint to melt the metal, adding filler material as needed to bridge gaps and build up the weld. The key to successful oxy-acetylene welding is controlling the flame and heat input to the metal, ensuring a clean, strong weld. Conclude by closing the oxygen valve, then the acetylene valve, and finally the tank valves when finished.
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