German Basic Blowpipe Torch For Air/Natural Gas With Hose & Mouthpiece

This German-made blowpipe torch is designed for fine bench work and traditional granulation, delivering a soft, controllable flame favored by goldsmiths for delicate soldering. Operating on natural gas at extremely low pressure and mixed with air from your mouth or a foot bellows, it produces a gentle, less-oxidizing flame that responds instantly to subtle changes in breath.

Features

• Fine, controllable flame ideal for granulation and delicate soldering
• Low-pressure operation for precise flame adjustment
• Air supplied by mouth or foot bellows—no oxygen bottle required
• Flexible rubber hose reduces hand fatigue during extended bench work
• Traditional blowpipe design used in professional granulation instruction

Specifications

What’s Included

Compatibility

• Recommended hose sizes: 6 mm ID (0.24 in) or 8 mm ID (0.31 in)
• Secure hose with an automotive-style clamp
• For extremely low-pressure natural gas use only

Notes

• This is the torch used in Kent Raible’s granulation class, Leslie Kail Villarreal’s granulation class, and Tonya Davidson’s class
• Some instructors recommend using this natural gas torch with propane; neither the manufacturer nor Otto Frei offers any warranty or guarantee when used with propane
• Contact your instructor for guidance on proper operation
• Always turn off fuel at the regulator when not in use
• Inspect the rubber hose frequently; check for leaks with soapy water and replace at the first sign of wear
• Not for use with pure oxygen