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Old 2012-05-04, 6:28am
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Originally Posted by Frit Diva View Post
Would the safety issues of connecting a hothead to a bulk tank be resolved by installing a flashback arrestor at the tank?


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That is not the issue.... Flash backs are not very likely with this style of torch,,,,

The main concern that most people have is the a poorly manufactured hose or damaged hose may burst or blow off the brass fitting and spew a huge volume of gas into immediate vicinity causing burn or explosion hazard...

System would more likely need a "anti free low" device on tank valve or connector so if there is sudden release of "back pressure" caused by hose or torch it will automatically shut off fuel flow....

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