Can I do 2 torches to one propane tank?

Eileen · #1 2014-01-24, 7:44pm

I tried to search but came up empty.

I want to have two torches setup, & will very seldom have both going at once. There will probably be an occasional time my sis comes out & we have them going together though. They will each have their own oxycon, so I'm good on oxygen.

Is there a way to hook both torches to the same propane tank?
If so does anyone have a diagram, or something to get me going in the right direction?
If I can do it, do I need to double the output on the propane regulator?
Any other information I need to know?

shawnette · #2 2014-01-24, 7:47pm

Yes. You need to add a T (or Y) after the regulator.

Eileen · #3 2014-01-24, 7:51pm

Thank you Shawnette!
I'm assuming I get that at a welding shop, will look for one.
Do I up the regulator pressure? I keep it around 5 now, maybe I will just play with it with both lit to see what kind of flame I get.

shawnette · #4 2014-01-24, 8:21pm

Depending on the torch, you probably won't need to change the pressure.

You can get the T or Y from the hardware store. I used a 1/4" brass T when I had 2 torches set up. Got it at Ace, but they also sell them at auto parts stores.

Listenup · #5 2014-01-24, 8:28pm

Yeah, I just have a y on mine. I can run a HotHead or a Cricket so I only have to worry about propane going to both and oxyben to one, but I can run them both at the same time. We probably got our Y @ Home Depot.

Eileen · #6 2014-01-24, 8:42pm

Perfect! I understand much better visually sometimes.

Thanks to both of you!

echeveria · #7 2014-01-25, 7:12am

I have a y on my tank that has quick disconnects. I will get a picture. I like being able to quickly change out torches.

echeveria · #8 2014-01-25, 7:17am

This is the one I have. I think I got it from Frantz, or from local gas supply place.

losthelm · #9 2014-02-01, 7:57am

With larger torches the lines can become frosty and cause pressure drop much like working a hot head on the small disposable canisters.
It should not be an issue most of the time but its something to be aware of.

echeveria · #10 2014-02-01, 9:18am

I have used a Bobcat and a Cricket and a Mid Range Plus on mine with no problem. Just for reference - I realize those are not particularly big torches.

KA · #11 2014-02-04, 5:16am

If you have a larger torch like a Hellcat,Bravo,Phantom and up that calls for a significant pressure difference paired with a Smith, I think they recommend a separate regulators but you could still run off the same tank. Otherwise you run the chance of blowing out the Smith.

Eileen · #12 2014-02-04, 8:17am

Thanks, I'll be running comparable torches, no big boys.

R4GlassStudio · #13 2014-02-06, 7:59am

We run 4 torches off of each set of tanks. One side runs two Bravos and two minors. The other side runs 4 alphas.
On my table I had the Great White, an Alpha and a Minor. No problems mixing the sizes.

Eileen · #14 2014-02-06, 8:24am

Good info Ron, thank you. I know 1st hand your setup works great!

Eileen · #15 2014-10-15, 4:40pm

I'm finally getting to do this, just wanted to say thank you again to everyone who answered, as well as Corrie for having this site. I am going to go get it either this weekend or Monday, and will finally get it done!

flaming_fools · #16 2014-10-15, 7:35pm

Quote:

Originally Posted by echeveria

This is the one I have. I think I got it from Frantz, or from local gas supply place.

Yep - this - we got pus at a local welding supply place.

Eileen · #17 2014-10-22, 6:00am

I got one at Airgas, & DH hooked it up for me while I was at the movie yesterday.

Oh, and the guys in there seem intrigued by the glass thing, because they remembered me from buying tungsten rods months ago, and a tube of TIG rod before that and asked about it. Some day I'm going to stop by & leave them a few samples.