TurboTorch PLF-A5 Air Acetylene Extrem Standard Owner’s Manual

PLF-A5 Air Acetylene Extrem Standard

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Product Specifications

• Product: Air Acetylene EXTREMETM STANDARD
  TIPS

• Gas Type: Acetylene

• Orifice Type: Removable with Color Coded O
  Rings (Red for Acetylene)

• Gas Flow: Refer to the table below for Gas
  Flow rates at 14 PSI

• Soft Solder Capacity: Refer to the table below
  for Soft Solder size range

• Silver Braze Capacity: Refer to the table
  below for Silver Braze size range

Product Usage Instructions

Torch Handle Compatibility

The Air Acetylene EXTREMETM STANDARD TIPS can be used with any
Air Acetylene torch handle, such as PLF-A5 or G-4.

Tips Selection

Choose the appropriate tip size based on your welding or brazing
requirements. Refer to the table for Tip Sizes and Gas Flow
rates.

Installation

1. Ensure the torch handle is turned off and disconnected from
the gas source. 2. Select the desired tip and insert it into the
torch handle securely. 3. Tighten the tip in place using the
removable orifice screw.

Operation

1. Connect the torch handle to the gas source following safety
guidelines. 2. Adjust the gas flow to the recommended rate for your
specific application. 3. Ignite the torch using a suitable striker
or igniter. 4. Adjust the flame as needed for optimal
performance.

FAQ

Q: How do I choose the right tip size for my welding

project?

A: Consider the material thickness and type you are working
with. Refer to the Soft Solder and Silver Braze capacity tables to
determine the appropriate tip size.

Q: Can I use different gas types with these tips?

A: These tips are specifically designed for use with Acetylene
gas only. Do not use other gas types with these tips.

Q: How do I maintain and clean the tips for optimal

performance?

A: Regularly inspect the tips for any blockages or debris. Clean
them using a suitable cleaning solution or wire brush to ensure
smooth gas flow.

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TurboTorch®

Air Acetylene
EXTREMETM STANDARD

A

I R

EXTREME STANDARD TIPS

AfullseriesofmanuallightingtipscanbeusedwithanyAirAcetylenetorchhandle(PLF- A5orG-4).Addrangetoyourtorchkitwitheconomical A tips that also feature a removable orifice screw. C

E

T

Y

L

With Color

E

Coded “O” Rings

N

Red for Acetylene

E

1407-0310

A-2
(0386-0100)

A-3
(0386-0101)

A-5
(0386-0102)

A-8
(0386-0103)

A-11
(0386-0104)

A-14
(0386-0105)

A-32
(0386-0106)

MSA-8
(0386-0365)

Tip No.
A-2 A-3 A-5 A-8 A-11 A-14 A-32 MSA-8

Tip Size
IN. MM
1/8 4.8 3/16 6.4 1/4 7.9 5/16 9.5 7/16 11.1 1/2 12.7 3/4 19.0 3/8 9.5

Gas Flow

@14 PSI (0.9 BAR) SCFH M3/HR

2.0

0.06

3.6

0.108

5.7

0.171

8.3

0.249

11.0

0.33

14.5

0.435

33.2

0.996

5.8

0.174

Soft Solder

IN.

MM

1/8-1/2 1/4-1 3/4-1 1/2 1-2 1 1/2-3 2-3 1/2 4-6 3/4-3

3-15 10-25 20-40 25-50 40-75 50-90 100-150 20-75

Silver Braze

IN.

MM

1/8-1/4 1/8-1/2 1/4-3/4 1/2-1 7/8-1 5/8
1-2 1 1/2-4 1/4-3/4

3-10 3-12 10-20 15-25 20-40 30-50 40-100 10-20

Replacement Orifice Model
OR-A2 OR-A3 OR-A5 OR-A8 OR-A11 OR-A14 OR-A32 OR-A5

Professional Tip Pack (0386-0577)
Includes these air acetylenetips:A-8,A-5 andA-2plusastriker andan8″x12″Torch Shield made with PyroSilTM.

U.S. Customer Care: 800-238-0282 / FAX 800-535-0557
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