The Best Blowtorches for Art Projects
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- 19 Oct 2022
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Useful for anything from firing up a grill to carmelizing a crème brulée, a blowtorch can also be a handy tool in the artist’s studio. If you work in metals, you’re likely familiar with the pleasures of a blowtorch that lights on command and is easy to manipulate. But there are myriad other uses for these contraptions. Resin artists, for instance, might consider replacing their hair dryers or heat guns with a handheld, low-powered torch. Shop with confidence for a propane-, butane-, or even oxyacetylene-powered torch with the help of our guide, below.
1. Mr. Torch Bluefire Torch
This midsize torch head offers enough power to heat up materials for most soldering, welding, and brazing jobs. Attach a propane cylinder (not included) to fuel it, and will still be light and compact enough to use with one hand. The brass head releases a cyclone flame—a rotating fire that wraps around material to distribute heat evenly—with an adjustable size. While some torches can be finicky, failing to work upside down or light on the first try, this one is reliable and consistent in performance. Read More...
