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5trucks · 04-06-2010, 12:54 PM

Was wondering if those who have ordered and received their torch had any reviews about it? I bought one and am anxiously awaiting it's arrival but wanted first hand info (good or bad) on the machine from users. Would like to see more vid of the machine mated with the 2x2. Jonesin bad so if you got em, post em. Thanks!

HardcorewannabeXJ · 04-06-2010, 01:27 PM

I've cut with it quite a lot on the machine, and it does a great job. I love the TD hand torch and their consumables, they cut really well. I wouldn't mind having one of these at my house for general hand work, especially for the price!

5trucks · 04-06-2010, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by HardcorewannabeXJ

I've cut with it quite a lot on the machine, and it does a great job. I love the TD hand torch and their consumables, they cut really well. I wouldn't mind having one of these at my house for general hand work, especially for the price!

I ordered my machine yesterday and didn't even think to order any consumables. I guess i was too giddy in just buying it. Anyway, Are the consumables costly for the little tyke?

HardcorewannabeXJ · 04-06-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 5trucks

I ordered my machine yesterday and didn't even think to order any consumables. I guess i was too giddy in just buying it. Anyway, Are the consumables costly for the little tyke?

The consumables are the same as the other Thermal Dynamics machines. You can get them locally, or through us, we usually have a better deal with free shipping over a certain amount. Some 20 amp tips, and either 30/40 amp tips, would give you a good range on the machine. Basically a low and high range of cutting.

www.Torchmatestore.com

Oze30 · 04-06-2010, 07:11 PM

My boss got one a few days ago. Just remember it's a DRAG tip! We didn't, being typical males, just fired it up and started cutting- about 5mm off the metal, got really bad slag buildup. When we dragged it after we tried it, we got about a 1-1.5mm cut's and fairly clean on 5-6mm steel. We had a 40l 2.5hp compressor and it was running almost full duty cycle (If it dies, it's a warranty job anyways!). A belt drive 80l compressor is what we use now.

Great buy and we got ours cheap $950 AUD and it is fantastic for cutting! Just use a guide on heavier gauge steel.

Oh, it also burns through breeze blocks without the earth clamped on!

5trucks · 04-20-2010, 12:15 PM

Got mine today. It came in this huge box but when i picked it up i was surprised at how light it was. Opened up the box to find a carry case. I guess i never realized it would be as compact as it is. Everything looks to be there.

HardcorewannabeXJ · 04-20-2010, 01:44 PM

I can't help you much with the electrical cord questions, as I'm not an electrician

As far as the filters question goes, it would depend on the filters. The filter at the back of the unit is not a water separator, and while it does collect a little moisture, it's not the intended purpose. If your other filters do have a water separator on them, then they should be enough to give you some fairly dry, clean air.

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04-06-2010, 01:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
HardcorewannabeXJ Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 84593 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,004	I've cut with it quite a lot on the machine, and it does a great job. I love the TD hand torch and their consumables, they cut really well. I wouldn't mind having one of these at my house for general hand work, especially for the price!

04-06-2010, 07:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
Oze30 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Member # 141853 Posts: 229	My boss got one a few days ago. Just remember it's a DRAG tip! We didn't, being typical males, just fired it up and started cutting- about 5mm off the metal, got really bad slag buildup. When we dragged it after we tried it, we got about a 1-1.5mm cut's and fairly clean on 5-6mm steel. We had a 40l 2.5hp compressor and it was running almost full duty cycle (If it dies, it's a warranty job anyways!). A belt drive 80l compressor is what we use now. Great buy and we got ours cheap $950 AUD and it is fantastic for cutting! Just use a guide on heavier gauge steel. Oh, it also burns through breeze blocks without the earth clamped on!

04-20-2010, 01:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
HardcorewannabeXJ Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 84593 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,004	I can't help you much with the electrical cord questions, as I'm not an electrician As far as the filters question goes, it would depend on the filters. The filter at the back of the unit is not a water separator, and while it does collect a little moisture, it's not the intended purpose. If your other filters do have a water separator on them, then they should be enough to give you some fairly dry, clean air.