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The document describes different types of cutting and welding torches made according to ISO 5172 standards, including their specifications, features, and available spare parts.

The Afrox Saffire Universal Cutting Torch and Afrox Saffire Cutobut Torch are described.

The Afrox Saffire Universal Cutting Torch is versatile, robust, and well-balanced, capable of cutting steel up to 300mm thick. It has excellent flame control and handling ease and can be used with acetylene or propane depending on the nozzle fitted.

Torches

ISO 5172 Standard. All Afrox manufactured torches feature the Nozzle Mix Principle.

FEATURES
All Torches are made to ISO 5172 Standard. Nozzle mixing technology for added safety and resistance against sustained backfire. All Torches are 100% leak tested. One year warranty.

HEAVY DUTY CUTTING


Afrox Saffire Universal Cutting Torch
Item No 005/803 Servex 021/067 Versatile, robust and well-balanced, capable of cutting steel up to 300mm thick Excellent flame control and exceptional handling ease. Can be used with either acetylene or propane depending on type of nozzle fitted Special nozzles for gouging and heating are also available. Overall length 500mm. Other lengths and angle heads are available on special order through any Afrox Branch.

Afrox Saffire Cutobut Torch


Item No 010/400 Servex 021/066 Solid constructed torch specially designed for use with propane or LPG as a fuel gas. A unique injector in the head provides a combination of high speed cutting and economy in operation. Nozzles used with Cutobut are: PVH - High Speed capable of cutting steel up to 200mm.

GENERAL CUTTING AND WELDING


Afrox Saffire Type 2 Shank
Item No 005/800 Servex 021/069 Used in Virtually every South African industry and has through the years been thoroughly tried and approved. Versatile in that its range of uses can be considerably extended by fitting various attachments for each process. Weighs only 530g. Hose connections 3/8" BSP .

Afrox Saffire Type 2 Mixer


Item No 005/802 Made of precision-machined brass and weighing only 150g.

PROCESSES
Afrox Saffire Type 2 Cutting
Item No 005/800, 005/801 (Servex 021/070) and cutting nozzles to suit. Cuts steel up to 75mm with acetylene and with propane. Progressive cutting oxygen lever avoids splash when starting and piercing. Nozzle mixing of gases ensures greater safety. Complete range of acetylene and LPG nozzles available.

Afrox Saffire Type 2 Welding


Item No 005/800, 005/802 and welding nozzles to suit. Welds mild steel up to 25mm. Modern design combines lightness, balance and strength. Conveniently placed and accurate controls, ensure easy flame adjustment during welding. Mixer design gives improved flame stability. A comprehensive range of 14 nozzles are available.

Afrox Saffire Type 2 Gouging


Item No 005/800, 005/801 and gouging nozzle to suit. Quick accurate removal of weld defects and tack welds. Effective for removing lugs, cleats and cracks. For dismantling welded structures and preparing plate edges for welding. Uses acetylene fuel for greater speed. Saves many man-hours of work. Cuts grooves up to 13mm wide and 11mm deep.

Afrox Saffire Type 2 Flame Cleaning


Item No 005/800, 005/802, 005/927 and nozzle 005/003 A complete flame cleaning kit - light, simple and effective. Ideal preparation of steel surfaces for subsequent painting. Removes mill scale and rust, leaving surfaces dry and clean. Paint applied to warm surfaces ensures least moisture entrapment and minimises the opportunity of rusting.

Afrox Saffire Type 2 Heating and Superheating


Instant intense heat available. Either propane or acetylene can be used as fuel gas. Can be used to braze or silver solder large pipes. Will heat pipes for bending. Effective for use in glass forming. Can be used for heating castings and other large articles.

Nozzle type Heating A-HT 25 A-HT 50 A-HT 100 Superheating 1H 2H 3H 4H 5H

Fuel Gas Acetylene Acetylene Acetylene Propane (Handigas) Propane (Handigas) Propane (Handigas) Propane (Handigas) Propane (Handigas)

Item Number 005/051 005/052 005/053 010/406 010/407 010/408 010/409 010/410

Type of mixer Standard Standard Standard High-capacity High-capacity High-capacity High-capacity High-capacity

Heat output kJ 55 000 96 000 146 000 76 000-172 000 108 000- 198 000 193 00-380 000 249 000-428 000 265 000-652 000

Item number Heating (Acetylene) 005/800 005/802 Extension tube (200mm) 005/930 Refer above

Model Type 2 Shank Type 2 Mixer 200mm Nozzles A-HT 25 to A-HT 100

Item number Model Superheating (Handigas) 005/800 Type 2 Shank 010/402 Type 2 High Capacity Mixer 010/403 Short Extension Tube (300mm) 010/404 Medium Extension Tube (600mm) 010/405 Long Extension Tube (900mm) Refer above Nozzles 1H to 5H

LIGHT DUTY WELDING AND CUTTING


Afrox Saffire LC Torch
Item No 005/698 Servex 021/073 Unique design. It converts from cutting to welding by simply changing the nozzle. Ideal for garages, plumbers, electricians, panelbeaters, hobbyists, refrigeration and air conditioning specialists. Welds up to 4mm and cuts to 35mm thick material with the Portapak set. Cuts up to 50mm with industrial equipment.

Afrox Saffire DH Torch


Item No 005/809 Servex 021/072 Lightweight welding and brazing torch - weighs under 370g. Ideally suited for use in workshops, garages, laboratories and production lines. Welds up to 8mm mild steel - adequately covers all normal gas welding requirements. Strong, light, robust and ergonomically designed shank - less operator fatigue. Forward mounted valves - precise fingertip adjustment of flame whilst welding. Stainless steel valve stems - long problem-free and corrosion-free life. Ideally suited for use in workshops, garages, laboratories and production lines. Internal Gas mixer - tamper-proof and shielded from external damage.

TORCH SPARES
Description Nozzle Nut - LC Torch Nozzle Nut - Type 2, Universal O Ring Kit, Type 2 Shank Control Valve, Oxygen - Universal Cutobut Control Valve, Acetylene - Universal Type 2 Control Valve Repair Kit, Oxygen - Type 2 Cutting Attachment Control Valve Repair Kit, Oxygen - LC and Type 2 Shank Control Valve Repair Kit, Acetylene - LC Torch Item number 005/715 005/850 005/820 012/058 012/059 012/075 012/074 012/077

SERVEX
The Afrox Service Exchange Scheme, widely known as Servex, enables customers to exchange damaged or worn Afrox torches for a completely rebuilt, as-good-as-new replacement at a fraction of the original price. Servex torches also carries a 1 year warranty and is available ex-stock from over 80 sales outlets.

Ref. No. 994-542

Contact the Afrox Customer Service Centre, tel: 0860 020202 or e-mail: [email protected] website: www.afrox.com

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