#1 there will only be 2 visible flames, the inner cone and the outer envelope. #2 the flame will be soft (quiet) #3 the inner cone will be well defined and fat.
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A neutral flame in gas welding is achieved when the inner cone is sharp and well-defined, and the outer envelope is steady and light blue in color. It provides a balanced ratio of oxygen and acetylene, resulting in efficient heat transfer and clean welds.
In oxy-acetylene gas welding, three types of flames can be obtained: carburizing flame, neutral flame, and oxidizing flame. Carburizing flame has excess acetylene, neutral flame has perfect balance of acetylene and oxygen, and oxidizing flame has excess oxygen.
The neutral flame in gas welding is the hottest, reaching temperatures up to 6300°F (3482°C). This flame is achieved by mixing equal parts of oxygen and acetylene, providing the ideal balance of heat for welding.
Depends on the type of material to be welded, the size of the flame, and in my situation slowly deteriorating eyesight. Basically shade 4 or 5 will be adequate. As dark as 6 on aluminum. You will be able to tell if you aren't using a dark enough shade as you can get a "flash" ( Like a sunburn on the eyes). Start with a #5 and go from there.
Oxy-fuel welding is a welding process that requires O2 gas. It uses oxygen and a fuel gas, such as acetylene, to create a high-temperature flame for the welding process. The oxygen supports combustion and helps create the heat needed to weld the materials together.
To gas weld, you'll need a gas welding torch that mixes fuel gas with oxygen to create a flame. The workpiece is heated with the flame until it reaches the melting point, and a filler rod is added to create a bond between the two pieces. Practice and proper safety equipment are essential for successful gas welding.