In metal working, gas welding is certainly one of the major processes. The big advantage of acetylene lies in the reducing effect of the welding flame, which is easy to adjust as well as to control. Gas welding with acetylene is characterized by good gap-bridging capabilities. There is no, or very little, joint preparation required. The problem-free application is particularly useful in out-of-position welding.
In pipeline construction, for instance, where other welding methods are usually out of the question or not economical, the oxy-acetylene flame is the welder’s reliable and true friend. Combustion of acetylene with oxygen is characterized by a sharply defined flame cone.
