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Common Oxyfuel Torch Mistakes - Angle, Distance and Speed Explained

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Master essential oxy-fuel cutting techniques in this 16-minute video that addresses common mistakes and proper procedures. Learn the correct settings for gas pressures, proper torch valve operation, and safe lighting techniques. Explore fundamental concepts including preheating, making clean restarts, and optimizing travel speed. Discover how to maintain ideal torch distances and work angles for precise cuts. Get detailed guidance on proper preheating requirements and safe equipment shutdown procedures. Perfect for welders looking to improve their oxy-fuel cutting skills and avoid typical pitfalls that can affect cut quality and safety.

Syllabus

00:00 Introduction
00:39 Setting Your Gas Pressures
02:06 Setting Oxy-Fuel Cutting Torch Valves
03:51 How To Light An Oxy-Fuel Torch
06:26 Oxy-Fuel Cutting Fundamentals - Preheat
07:24 Making A Restart In Your Oxy-Fuel Cut
07:55 Travel Speed Too Slow
08:58 Travel Speed Too Fast
10:27 Oxy-Fuel Cutting From Too Far Away
11:15 Oxy-Fuel Cutting Too Close
11:59 Oxy-Fuel Work Angles
13:28 Oxy-Fuel Cutting With No Pre-Heat
14:40 Depressurizing Your Oxy-Fuel Bottles & Torch

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