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How hot does oxyacetylene get?

Oxyacetylene flames can reach temperatures up to 6,332°F (3,500°C) when burned with the optimal ratio of oxygen and acetylene.


How is oxygen used used in welding?

Oxygen is used in welding to increase the burn rate of the fuel gas, such as acetylene, in the oxy-fuel welding process. The oxygen reacts with the fuel gas, creating a high-temperature flame that is used to melt and join metal together. Additionally, oxygen is used in oxy-fuel cutting to aid in the combustion process, resulting in a clean cut through metal.


What are the three types of acetylene welding flames?

Mixing Acetylene and Oxygen in the correct proportions produces an extremely hot flame. Using just enough Oxygen so that the Acetylene is almost completely consumed in the flame is called a Neutral Flame. In most welding and cutting applications you would utilize this flame. Reducing the amount of Oxygen produces a Carburizing Flame. It is yellowish and not as hot as a Neutral Flame, but, is used in certain situations. Welding Aluminum is one. Increasing the Oxygen produces an Oxidizing Flame. It produces a flame that is pointed, colder, and louder than a Neutral Flame. It wastes fuel and isn't as efficient as a Neutral Flame.


What is the uses of acetylene?

The chemical acetylene is used as a fuel some times, and a chemical building block. It is used in Oxyacetylene welding. It has other uses such as hardening steel, and it was once used to light up towns via street lights.


How hot are flames?

That depends on what is being burned. paper for instance, burns at 451 degrees farenheir wheras things like coal burn with hotter flames.

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Green flames are typically not as hot as blue flames, but are hotter than red or orange flames.


How hot can a cutting torch get?

Oxygen Acetylene torch will get to 5800-6300 degrees Fahrenheit easily.


How hot does oxyacetylene get?

Oxyacetylene flames can reach temperatures up to 6,332°F (3,500°C) when burned with the optimal ratio of oxygen and acetylene.


What is the meaning of non luminous flames?

Non-luminous flames are flames that do not emit visible light. These flames occur when there is not enough oxygen available for complete combustion to take place. As a result, the flame appears mostly blue or invisible to the naked eye.


How hot is a green flame compared to other colored flames?

A green flame is typically not as hot as blue or white flames, but hotter than red or orange flames.


How is oxygen used used in welding?

Oxygen is used in welding to increase the burn rate of the fuel gas, such as acetylene, in the oxy-fuel welding process. The oxygen reacts with the fuel gas, creating a high-temperature flame that is used to melt and join metal together. Additionally, oxygen is used in oxy-fuel cutting to aid in the combustion process, resulting in a clean cut through metal.


What are the three types of acetylene welding flames?

Mixing Acetylene and Oxygen in the correct proportions produces an extremely hot flame. Using just enough Oxygen so that the Acetylene is almost completely consumed in the flame is called a Neutral Flame. In most welding and cutting applications you would utilize this flame. Reducing the amount of Oxygen produces a Carburizing Flame. It is yellowish and not as hot as a Neutral Flame, but, is used in certain situations. Welding Aluminum is one. Increasing the Oxygen produces an Oxidizing Flame. It produces a flame that is pointed, colder, and louder than a Neutral Flame. It wastes fuel and isn't as efficient as a Neutral Flame.


Is a luminous flame a hot flame?

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How hot do house fires burn and what factors contribute to the intensity of the flames?

House fires can burn at temperatures ranging from 1,100 to 1,600 degrees Fahrenheit. The intensity of the flames is influenced by factors such as the availability of oxygen, the type of fuel present, and the layout of the house.


What are the release dates for Cold Hearts and Hot Flames - 1916?

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