Propane Turbo Torch - 3 Nozzles - Turbo-Blast Trigger with 60" Hose
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Product Details
Manufacturer: RTProduct features:
- Melt ice, thaw pipes, eliminate weeds and pests
- Boost the fire with the turbo blast trigger
- Extended reach with the 24" torch handle and 60" propane hose
- Includes 3 convenient nozzles (1 1/8", 1 3/8", and 2")
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Propane Turbo Torch - 3 Nozzles - Turbo-Blast Trigger with 60" Hose
Customer Review: Unfortunately this is Not a Good Product
Summary: 1 Stars
I bought this hoping to burn weeds (dandelions mostly) because I won't use chemicals and we had a bumper crop of weeds this spring.
First I tried a regular propane torch, but when you bend the tank over, the liquid goes into the valve and the flame goes out.
So I shopped around and found this item. It looks good, isn't expensive, and comes with 3 nozzles. But it just doesn't work.
First, the hose works with a large tank (think gas BBQ). So you either need to drag the tank or get a dolly. Fortunately I had a dolly. Needless to say, it's a bit clunky to be roaming around the lawn with this contraption, but that seemed a small price to pay for eco-friendly weed control.
When I got it all set, I lit 'r up and was instantly frustrated by the need to get the gas flow just right. Unless I pressed the trigger as gently as possible, the gas came out too forcefully and would blow out the flame.
There is a trigger valve with an adjusting nut and a flow knob on the handle, but they have almost no impact. No matter how much I fiddled with each of them individually or jointly, I couldn't get the combination right. The trigger was too sensitive and the flame always went out. I even adjusted the tank valve to restrict the flow, but the trigger was still too touchy. The slightest movement off the 'magic' position and the flame went right out.
Even when I was able to get it just right, the torch required a fair amount of time (> 30 seconds) over the plant to burn it. If you get too close, out goes the flame again.
I didn't have any more time and I had to give up on it. I do plan to get back to it at some point and see if I can take the trigger and handle apart to make the trigger work more effectively. We'll see if that ever happens.
The only positive is that this wasn't too expensive at about $22 plus shipping. Save your money. You have been warned.
The only other option I found were large ice and tar melting devices at Home Depot/Lowes which went for about $59. I didn't want to spend that much, and they only come with a giant 2" nozzle which seemed like it would leave a rather large burnt patch around each weed.
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Description of Propane Turbo Torch - 3 Nozzles - Turbo-Blast Trigger with 60" Hose
You can melt ice, thaw pipes, eliminate weeds and pests with this handy Propane Turbo Torch. 24" torch handle allows for convenient reach while the 60" propane hose provides additional reach. The torch comes with three convenient nozzles (1 1/8", 1 3/8", and 2"). Attach the torch easily to propane cylinders.Gas Welding Equipment Tools
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