The right torch for bullseye rods

[Maggie Abdel Rahman]

I tried to make little leaves using bullseye rods. I used a dual-fuel torch (oxygen and propane), but the glass colors changed and the clear glass rod turned greyish. Is a single fuel torch better with soft glass ?

[Tom Fuhrman]

Dual is required, but it must be surface mix, not premix. I've been using a Nortel minor for many years and now have switched to a Bethlehem Alpha, You also have to have your flame adjusted correctly and work way out in the end of the flame.

[Maggie Abdel Rahman]

Many thanks Tom

[jim simmons]

Main thing is to use the proper gas mix, and work way out in the flame.

[Maggie Abdel Rahman]

Thank you for your tip Jim