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Blowtorch - principle of operation and application. Instructions for putting on a mesh on a gas lamp Characteristics of gas lamps from various manufacturers

The gas lamp for a tent is a source of bright non-directional lighting. Such lamps are used today by tourists, hunters, and fishermen.

How is a gas lamp made?

Gas lamp device and gas burner are identical, with the only difference that the head of the gas lamp is a rod on which there is a catalytic mesh that provides a bright glow of the device. The grid is protected from external influences by a glass cover, which has a metal cover attached to metal frame on the gearbox. A chain or wire shackle is provided for hanging the device. The kit may also include spare nets and a transport case.

So the device gas lamp for tent is quite simple and reliable. Its weak elements (plafond and mesh) are always commercially available and are inexpensive. They can be purchased in our online store, which also offers a wide range of various goods for recreation and tourism (for example, here you can buy petrol burners For winter fishing , tents, mats, tools, etc.).

How to use gas lamps correctly?

When using gas lamps, there are some features, among which the following can be emphasized:

• it is important to monitor the condition of the mesh - if holes begin to appear in it or it begins to crumble, then it should be urgently replaced, since further use of the device is impossible;
• a small amount of pressure is needed to operate such a lamp or lantern, so if you use gas infrared heater for heating a tent or gas stove for cooking, then half-empty cylinders can be used for a gas lamp (the remaining gas in the cylinder is quite enough for normal lighting);
• only branded gas cylinders should be purchased for a gas lamp and should not be used alternatives fuel to avoid clogging and lamp failure;
• if the lamp model you have chosen does not have piezo ignition, then you should take a lighter or matches with you.

What can be purchased in our online store?

In our online store, you can choose Kovea gas equipment, which is suitable for use in fishing, hunting, and outdoor recreation. Gas lamps from this manufacturer occupy a leading position in the market due to the excellent quality of products and ease of use. Recently main problem gas lamps Kovea was bad job V winter conditions. But with the transition to propane, gas lamps can easily work up to -40 degrees, thereby starting to displace gasoline burners and lamps from everyday life.

Orgaz gas lamps are also presented in the catalog of the store, which are connected to a household gas valve cylinder. Such lamps are well suited for those people who travel to their destination by car. For fishing in Russian conditions, such lamps are simply ideal, as they can work with local propane tanks, and at the same time the cost of their use is low. However, such lamps are somewhat inferior in brightness to Kovea lamps.

In addition to gas lamps, lanterns and heaters, in our store you can buy various camping equipment and items necessary to ensure comfort in field conditions. For example, outdoor knives online store"On seven winds" offers to purchase various forms, handle colors and at attractive prices. One has only to choose the product you like, put it in the basket and wait for a call from the store manager to clarify all the delivery details.

On a hike. Thanks to the lamp, you can easily and quickly warm up the tent, while illuminating everything around, using the same cylinder as for the burner ... The device of a gas lamp is similar to a gas burner, only instead of a burner there is a head, which is a rod on which a catalytic mesh is put on, it and makes the gas lamp glow. The grid is protected from external influences by a glass cover with metal lid, which is attached to the metal frame on the gearbox. At first, the process of preparing the lamp for use seems complicated, but in fact, everything is much simpler than it seems. As a rule, a transport cover and a spare mesh are included in the scope of delivery of a gas lamp. A gas lamp is a fairly simple and reliable device, the weakest elements are catalytic meshes and glass shades, but now this is not a problem - they are always on sale.

• Install the gas lamp on the gas cylinder.
• Remove the top cover and pull out the nets.
• Remove the plafond.
• Straighten the mesh and put it on the stem of the gas lamp. Put the lower part on to the lower stop, pull the upper one on the upper stop. In some modifications of the nets, the threads that provide a secure fastening must be tied in a knot in the region of the lower stop of the rod. Before ignition, the mesh must be evenly straightened.
• Turn on the gas using the gas regulator and light the mesh with a match or lighter.
• Fire the mesh without turning off the gas until it burns completely and the smoke stops flowing, and the mesh itself settles on the rod, looks bright glowing ball which is impossible to look at.
• Turn off the gas and let the gas lamp cool down.
• After that, replace the glass cover, close the top cover, assemble the gas lamp in reverse order.
• For the subsequent ignition of the gas lamp, use only the piezo ignition button.

• Transport the gas lamp in a specially designed case.
• To avoid destroying the mesh, do not set fire to the gas lamp with matches, lighters or other objects (except the first time you burn the mesh). Use only the piezo ignition button.
• If the mesh crumbles or gives little light, it should be changed in the order described above.
• If you often use a gas lamp and start to appear on the burning grid dark spots and it does not burn very brightly, cool the gas lamp, remove the old mesh, remove the metal rod of the gas lamp, clean all the holes from scale with a needle, blow through the rod well and install the rod and the new mesh in the order described above. Please note that the gas lamp may not burn in full force due to freezing of the gas in the cylinder.
• With careful use of a gas lamp for 10 hours a week, the grid should be enough for half a year of the gas lamp.

Continuing the conversation about gas equipment Let's talk about gas lamps. The thing, no doubt, is good - it shines, and warms, and creates comfort. Of course, you can do without it, but you must admit - we already deny ourselves in many ways, and life is one and spend it in the dark ...

A good gas lamp is a source of bright non-directional light, capable of illuminating both a tent and a winter hut. Today they are actively used not only by travelers, but also by hunters, fishermen, and researchers.

The device of a gas lamp is similar to that of a gas burner, only the head is a rod on which a catalytic mesh is put on, which ensures a bright glow of the entire device. The grid is protected from external influences by a glass cover with a metal cover, which is attached to the metal frame on the gearbox. There is a chain or wire shackle for hanging the device, sometimes a transport case and spare nets. The device is quite simple and reliable, the weakest elements - catalytic grids and glass shades - they are always commercially available. A set of grids (3 pcs) - 160 rubles, a ceiling lamp, depending on the model of the lamp - from 100 to 730 rubles.

About what is on sale and what is worthy of our attention. As they say, "the first action, the same faces ..." - campingaz. The Outdoor adventure series contains a line of Lumostar lamps replacing the very popular Bivouac lamps. The models are created on the same base, so first we will talk about them in general.

All lamps have Easy Clic balloon fixation system(see), the same power - 80 watts and, accordingly, the same operating time from one cylinder (6-9 hours for CV 270 and 12-18 hours for CV 470). Differences - Lumostar C 270 PZ - with a chain for hanging, piezo ignition and a plastic transport case. Weight 210 g, price 1790 rubles. Lumostar C 270 - the same, but without a cover and piezo ignition - weighs 10 g lighter and costs 1440 rubles. Lamps Lumostar M 270 and M 270 PZ - have a ceiling bigger size and a wire shackle instead of a chain. Weight 310 and 320 g, respectively (for the second piezo ignition), the price is 1550 and 1710 rubles.

Now "xy from who" in the world of Lumostars in the light of my subjectivity. For camping, of course, Lumostar C 270 PZ is the "number one" candidate because of the case in the kit and piezo ignition. Lumostar C 270 (the same, but without them ) - if you can do without a piezo ignition, then a lamp without a case is a waste of money. Think about how to carry it. My colleague at work, having bought a lamp without a case on occasion, bought a Chinese thermos, took out the flask, inserted a piece of polyurethane in a circle - for several years already So, returning to Lumostar's: I don't like Lumostar's M - extra 100 g out of the blue and nothing in return.

Coleman Frontier CPS

Coleman offers two lamps. Frontier CPS with piezo ignition and built-in Constant Power System is considered the top model for extreme conditions. Power is 120 watts, weight is 395 g, it is completed with a transport cover. Frontier PZ is more compact and light (265 g), it is also equipped with a piezo ignition and a case, instead of a wire shackle, a chain for hanging. Prices 2500 rubles. and 2050 rubles. respectively. Who cares, but for me Coleman lamps are heavy and expensive compared to the same Campingaz. Although they are made with classic American solidity and reliability.

Primus Classic Trekklite

New name for Irkutsk - Swedish company Primus. In the world, this company has been known since 1882, and the word "primus" has long become a household name. It was with the burners of this company that Everest was conquered in 1953. Two gas lamps are presented in Irkutsk - Classic Trekklite (power 80 watts, weight 260 g, 2815 rubles) and Classic Moonlite (120 watts, 300 g, 3070 rubles). Both models are equipped with piezo ignition and are completed with a hard transport case. The lamps are stylish, really classic design and are highly reliable.

As usual, the cheapest options are Korean gear manufacturers. Kovea and Jinyang. They differ from European counterparts in the first place by absolutely transparent (and not frosted) glass on the ceiling. Because of this, the light is less diffused and less pleasant to use, if you don’t believe it, look at it from a close distance. light bulb power of 80-100 watts. Kovea offers a gas lamp TKL 894 with a power of 58 watts, weighing 265 g for 1100 rubles - a compact unit with piezo ignition, a plastic case and an adapter for a "Chinese" cylinder. The lamp is equipped with a hanging chain. It is worth paying attention to the design of the cover from the cover: with a slight movement of the hand, it turns into a stand-holder, which increases the stability of the lamp when using a narrow "Chinese" cylinder. The lamp comes with a spare mesh. If you are not a fan of extreme travel, but rather spend time in winter quarters, then this is very a good option. Model TKL 103 is a very small, compact lamp with a weight of 55 g and a power of 35 watts, with piezo ignition. It is not suitable for lighting a winter hut, but it will be just right for a tent. Price - 860 rubles.

Lamps of the firm Jinyang ISL 102 and ISL 202 are similar in characteristics. Both are equipped with brows for carrying, piezo ignition. Power 80-100 watts, have adapters for "Chinese" cylinders. Difference: the second model is more compact and light (159 g), the price is 940 rubles; the first is a little heavier 259 g, the price is 865 rubles.

And finally, which have become classic small recommendations:

• gas lamp is necessary element equipment if you plan to write, read or do other work in the field that requires good lighting(for example, scientific research work); also with a lamp it is extremely pleasant to live in snowy shelters and in taiga winter quarters. Under normal camping conditions, gas lamps are actively used only for day trips and in cases of waiting for bad weather;
• gas lamps are more often used in winter than in summer, because in winter the daylight hours are shorter, therefore, gas consumption for lighting in winter is almost twice as much;
• Korean catalytic meshes fall apart much faster than Coleman/Campingaz. Sometimes the mesh lasts a year, sometimes it falls apart after the first unsuccessful transportation. It is advisable to have two or three spare nets in the camping kit;
• regularly inspect the condition of the grid before turning on the lamp. If holes appear in the grid and you continue to operate the lamp with a damaged grid, you can “get” on the ceiling (burning gas can melt the ceiling);
• For normal operation lamp pressure in the cylinder can be much less than for the operation of the burner. It makes sense to "burn out" almost empty cylinders on lamps, and use full ones for cooking;
• manufacturers recommend firing the mesh without gas supply;
• ask salespeople to demonstrate dressing and firing the mesh;
• if you use homemade bottles, then there is a high probability of nozzle clogging. It is several times larger than for gas burners;
• if you plan to illuminate the winter hut, take lamps with a power of at least 80 watts; lamps with frosted shades are better suited for lighting tents;
• if your lamp does not have a piezo ignition, put it in a case for "permanent residence" gas lighter. It also does not fit to buy a small carabiner to hang the lamp in the tent.

The blowtorch is a burner on liquid fuel with needle feed regulator fuel mixture and fuel tank with manual pressure booster. The compact and simple design of the device, which provides reliable autonomous operation, was the reason for its great popularity in household any practical person. Different kinds Blowtorches are also used in industrial metalworking and the food industry.

How a blowtorch works

In a gasoline blowtorch hand pump located directly in the fuel tank. To light the lamp, you need to close stopcock-fuel mixture regulator and make several swings with the pump handle to create excess pressure in the tank. Then you need to heat up the burner to operating temperature, for which you should pour a little gasoline into a special cup under it and set it on fire.

When the heating flame burns out, the shut-off valve opens, and the pressurized fuel escapes through the nozzle in the form of an air-fuel mixture and ignites. The regulator is used to set required size flame. In the future, to maintain excess pressure in the tank, the pump should be pumped up periodically. To extinguish the torch, close the valve, release excess air pressure in the tank through check valve or by unscrewing the pump cover.

There is no booster pump in a gas blowtorch, since it uses ready-made gas cylinders containing liquefied gas under high pressure. The cylinder is connected to the burner through a fitting, when pressed, gas is supplied. A piezoelectric spark gap is used to ignite it. Unlike a gasoline lamp gas appliance does not require preheating, which makes it more practical and convenient.

For gas lamps, the industry produces two types of cylinders - disposable and reusable with flange and threaded fastening. Disposable cylinders are low cost but do not have an adjustable valve to control gas flow and flare size. They are designed for single use and cannot be refilled. Reusable cylinders have a threaded head, screwing which into the neck of the burner leads to the opening of the valve and the flow of gas to the ejector. When the gas runs out, these cylinders can be refilled. When buying a burner, you need to pay attention to which cylinders it can be mated with.



blowtorch device

Features of the use of a gasoline blowtorch

Even 20 years ago, a gasoline blowtorch was an indispensable tool in the household of every motorist or mechanic. Although in recent decades other alternative heating devices have appeared, gradually replacing them in many areas of production, they can still be successfully used in personal households to perform the following work:

1. heating the soldering iron and solder;
2. melting and welding of metals with a low melting point of 900-10000C;
3. annealing of the old paintwork;
4. bending metal pipes;
5. defrosting ice plugs in water pipes and sewerage;
6. warming up frozen engines and bitumen;
7. smoldering of skins of cattle;
8. annealing rusted threaded connections etc.

Use low octane gasoline as fuel. At the same time, it is necessary to fill the tank no more than two-thirds, so that there is room for creating excess air pressure, sufficient to lift the mass of fuel along the guide tube and wick into the evaporator and effectively spray. To obtain this pressure, it is enough to perform 6-10 full swings of the pump piston. At the same time, the movements should not be too sharp so as not to damage its rubber seals.

Part of the lamp fuel can be used to heat the burner, but it is better to use ethanol, which does not leave soot on the body of the device and does not stain hands. This procedure must be done protected from the wind, but open space. The readiness of the lamp for operation is checked by opening the fuel supply valve. If at the same time a jet of steam comes out of the nozzle, then you can set it on fire with a match or lighter and adjust the torch. If a jet of liquid comes out of the nozzle, then the valve must be closed and the heating process repeated. Several independent attempts to start a blowtorch will help to gain experience and skills in handling the tool.

Video: Blowtorch

By turning the knob for adjusting the position of the locking needle, you can change the amount of fuel supplied to the nozzle and adjust the size of the torch, which must be selected depending on the type of work performed. After starting, the body of the device from the flame will gradually heat up and, accordingly, the air pressure in the tank will increase, which leads to an increase in the torch. After a while, the process will be established, the lamp will fully enter the operating mode, and the flame will stabilize, as can be judged by the even hum of the fire.

To speed up the output of the lamp in the operating mode, you can direct the flame to a nearby steel sheet, which, reflecting heat, will contribute to the rapid heating of the lamp. If during operation the flame spontaneously begins to lose stability or goes out, then you need to close the tap and clean the nozzle with a thin and long needle supplied with the blowtorch. Rapid clogging of the nozzle is possible due to the poor quality of low-octane gasoline.

To complete the work and extinguish the flame, it is necessary to tighten the fuel regulator to failure in order to completely stop its supply. Next, you need to wait for the lamp to cool down, and only after that release the residual pressure in the tank by opening its neck. A blowtorch is a device of increased danger, which, if handled incorrectly, can cause a fire or explosion, since the fuel is in close proximity to an open fire. Therefore, it requires special safety precautions and careful handling.

Lamp Safety Precautions

In order to ensure the safety of personnel during the operation of the lamp, it is prohibited:

• use the device for its intended purpose when detecting a fuel leak;
• not be used as fuel set by the instruction fuel;
• allow the tank to heat up to 500C;
• operate the lamp with a faulty safety valve;
• refuel while the lamp is on or open the neck when the evaporator is not cooled down;
• use the lamp in a closed or unventilated area.

Video: Working with a blowtorch (gasoline) lamp. How to light a blowtorch

Blow Torch Selection Criteria

1. According to the type of fuel used, blowtorches are kerosene, gasoline and gas. The first two types have a low price, but high heat transfer. Gas appliances are lighter in weight and easier to operate, but are more expensive.
2. By the volume of the tank, which determines the duration of work without refueling. The larger the volume, the longer the device can work, but the larger its dimensions and weight. Gasoline lamps are produced with a tank with a capacity of 0.5 to 2 liters, duration continuous work which ranges from 25 to 75 minutes.
3. The presence of a torch regulator allows you to get desired temperature the flame required to work with various materials and implementation different types works.