MAPP gas vs. the new MAP Pro?

[KarenBeth]

Has anyone using a hot head have experience with the new MAP Pro gas? I went to Home Depot to buy more MAPP gas and they didn't carry it anymore. The only carried this new MAP Pro. It was cheaper so I went ahead and bought it. The only difference I read was that it burns hotter but I wonder the effect on the beads and the torch. Does it leave any kind of funky residue on the beads? Any effect with using the hot head torch?

[ROC]

It certainly burns hotter. Took me a few tries before I got it. I've had to turn my torch down lower than I would have expected and work a little farther out in the flame. Now that I've figured it out, I like how it works.

[beadgirl]

KarenBeth,
There is a tread I started 07/08/08 Tips and Tech Section
I can't figure out how to link it here sorry. Hope it helps.
Like Rachel said farther out.
When the tank has emptied a bit then you will have to fine the sweet spot again.

[KarenBeth]

Thanks guys. Glad to know I didn't waste my money buying it.

[beadgirl]

Karen is there a Ace Hardware by you? They told me that they can still get it.
Happy hunting

[KarenBeth]

Yes but I'm using what I have now. The Map Pro isn't so much different, just hotter which doesn't seem to be a big deal. Thanks a bunch.

[theglasszone]

I have a question for you all...I've used MAPP the entire time I was on a Hot Head - 18 months. I have a Mini CC now, but switch to the HH when I'm "testing" - like I'm doing now with the new Precision 104 colors - or when I'm in between oxy tank refills. I couldn't find MAPP (of course!) and tried the small Propane cannisters that they have at Home Depot. It FOR SURE burns hotter - but........my question is directed to those who know how to do "reduction" on a Hot Head.

I was really GREAT at it with the MAPP and my welding glove; I'm in the process of testing the new Prec. 104 colors for Abe right now, and noticed that the last two colors I tried didn't seem to respond to reduction. It could be the glass or it might be the pure Propane - anyone else get a good reduction on a Hot Head with the pure Propane, or should I try and find MapPro? (They were out at Home Depot and I was anxious to get to torching!!!!)

Thanks in advance for your input and feedback.

DeAnne in CA