Alex Bealer Blacksmith Assocation of Georiga - Forums

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ThomasABoucher Members Posts: 119 http://Boucherillustrations.com Location: United States Alpharetta Occupation: Illustrator Age: 38	#1 2015-11-30 20:23
	Does anyone know if a MAPP gas torch would burn hot enough to use for riveting small rivets? I have a propane torch, but that certainly is not. I'm looking for it to get the metal at least red. I'd hate to spend the $60 for a torch and tank for it not to work.
	"Get 'em while they're hot!"
cal Members Posts: 137 Location: United States Sharpsburg, GA Occupation: Retired Programer Age: 73	#2 2015-12-02 17:04
	MAPP gas will burn hotter but I don't know for sure if it's enough. You might try pre-heating the rivet in your forge before putting it in place. Then heat it with your torch.
	Cal Kohler

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