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Hereof, is acetylene more dangerous than propane?
The flammability limit of acetylene in the air is 2.5% to 82%, whereas that of propane is 2.1% to 9.5%. This may lead to a conclusion that acetylene is more dangerous than propane; however, the same is not true. Acetylene's specific gravity 0.9 so it is lighter than air.
One may also ask, can you use LPG instead of acetylene? - Maximum neutral flame temperature of acetylene in oxygen is about 5720 F.
Cost Comparison.
| LPG | ACETYLENE | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Production | Uses more oxygen in heating but produces more heat in a larger area | Uses less oxygen in heating but produces less heat in an equivalent area |
Accordingly, can you use an acetylene tip with propane?
Propane needs a different cutting tip because it does not burn as fast as acetylene. You can use propane with a acetylene heating tip, but it will not be as good if you use a heating tip designed for propane.
What's the difference between acetylene and propylene?
Each cylinder of propylene simply has more product than a cylinder of acetylene. For instance, a single 105lb propylene cylinder is equivalent to five, 330 cubic foot acetylene cylinders. Using propylene for cutting results in more BTUs of heat for more effectively heating large parts and thick metals.
Can brazing be done with propane?
Can I weld with a propane torch?
