GA,

"propane-powered soldering torch with
a catalytic element soldering tip"
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Something like the one of these two ?
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WELLER "Pyropen Junior"
https://webvia.techni-tool.com/VIA5/...lay.jsp?arg1=0
Self-igniting butane gas-powered soldering iron and hot air tool.
Has temperature control from 15 to 60 watts.
Features: Self-ignition finger switch; protective cap to keep hot tip
from contact with surfaces. Specs: heat-up time: 30 seconds;
Fuel tank capacity: approximately 1 hour. 8.25" OAL
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ULYRATORCH - Butane Heat Tool STD UT-100SI.
https://webvia.techni-tool.com/VIA5/...ay.jsp?arg1=48
Cordless Ultratorch is a self-igniting, combination portable
soldering iron and flameless heat tool. Perfect for in-field
services and maintenance for production areas where
accessibility may be limited. Piezoelectric push button
system - no matches or lighters necessary. Completely
cordless - no E.M.I. Lightweight for fatigue-free use.
Variable temperature control. Streamlined design -
allows easy accessibility in restricted work areas.
Comes complete with a soldering and heat tip, spanner
wrench, open-end wrench, heat shrink attachment and
protective cap. Heating temperatures: 200-500 degrees C
(392-932 degrees F) when soldering, 700 degrees C
(1292 degrees F) when shrinking. DOES NOT OPERATE
IN TORCH MODE! (Butane Not Included)
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iwtk ~ RHF
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The pyropen junior and the ultratorch are very good and stand up well in daily
use.

For somewhat lighter usage though, the radio shack 64-2188 [sold under several
other names as well] works surprisingly well for its price -- and is quite
compact. There are even hot air and hot knife tips available for this model,
but not from radio shack [last I saw them was in Maplins in the UK].

"RHF" wrote in message
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GA,

"propane-powered soldering torch with
a catalytic element soldering tip"
.
Something like the one of these two ?
.
WELLER "Pyropen Junior"
.
ULYRATORCH - Butane Heat Tool STD UT-100SI.
.
iwtk ~ RHF
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"RHF" wrote in message
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GA,

"propane-powered soldering torch with
a catalytic element soldering tip"
.
Something like the one of these two ?
SNIP
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I called it propane-powered, but I meant to say Butane. Mine is the
TechTorch by Ronson:
http://www.ronsoncorp.com/techtorch.cfm

It was just $20 or so at Walmart. The soldering iron tip has a small chunk
of catalytic material in it. You light the torch, let it run for a few
seconds, and then blow out the flame. The catalytic material continues to
generate heat without a flame. It's great for all-around soldering, although
I prefer a direct flame when soldering to ground rods and other heavy-duty
jobs.

Guy

GA,
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Thanks for the Info about the Ronson TechTorch at Walmart.
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Before I ever had an Electric Solder Iron in my hands.
I use to 'help' my Daddy sweat Pipe Joins and Heat-Up
old Soldering Irons (Brands?) with an old Blow Torch.
BLOW TORCH = http://members.aol.com/blotorches/
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those were the days ~ RHF
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