You can make a gas burner for soldering yourself. The design has a different configuration. Often the dimensions do not exceed the length of a ballpoint pen. It is used to heat the metal for the purpose of subsequent hardening or welding. In some cases, a burner is made to heat the bitumen on the roof. Homemade fixtures are much cheaper than purchased counterparts.
Description of the principle of operation
In some cases, a little heat is applied. This is required when it is necessary to dismantle a press fit part. For example, bushing or bearing. This is especially applicable to cases where the parts have different coefficients of expansion. Heating is also used in jobs where welding cannot be used.
DIY manufacturing process
To make homemade equipment, you need to consider some of the nuances:
- The output device gives a temperature of 1000 degrees. Therefore, refractory metals are used in the manufacture.
- An important condition for safe operation is a reliable crane. In the event of an accident, it must quickly cut off the air flow.
- Reliability of the gas connection.
A manual gas burner for do-it-yourself soldering can be made in the form of a miniature fixture. For the manufacture of such mini-equipment, you will need materials:
- brass or copper pipes;
- a block of wood;
- silicone or fluoroplastic as a sealing material.
The drawing of the device consists of a body in the form of a pipe ending with a nozzle. On the other side, a gas supply hose is installed. The nozzle is equipped with a divider for adjusting the flame.
A do-it-yourself gas burner for soldering is made in the following order:
- A tap is attached to the tube with silicone.
- On the other hand, the tube is muffled and a hole of 0.2-0.3 mm is made in it. For this, a special drill and chuck are used.
- After that, the burner is clamped in a vice and the hole is flattened to 0.1 mm with a hammer.
- Sandpaper removes all burrs.
The divider can be made from a brass tube that is larger than the diameter of the burner. Mounting is carried out parallel to the body. The system will work on the principle of a tourist stove. In the place where the gas comes out of the nozzle, a vacuum is formed and air is sucked in.
Device with two needles
A miniature do-it-yourself propane burner is made from 2 needles. One needle can be taken from the pump, and the other from the syringe. You will also need two droppers and a compressor from the aquarium. The device is connected to a cartridge for charging lighters. You will also need copper wire.
The temperature in such a burner reaches 1000 degrees. It is made in the following order:
The gas coming from the canister is mixed in a thick needle with the air coming from the compressor. The composition of the mixture is changed by regulators.
If there is no compressor, you can replace it with a plastic bottle:
The burner is ready for use.
The design of the device with piezo ignition
A portable gas torch with piezo ignition for soldering is characterized by the formation of a stable flame. The device consists of a cylinder that contains gas. A nozzle is installed on top. It is attached with a hose-adapter.
This design does not require heating, it does not clog and odors do not accumulate in it. It has small dimensions, weight and cost.
The task of the piezo ignition is to automatically ignite the fuel. This is convenient when there are no matches. However, this is also the most vulnerable part of the design. With proper care, it will last a long time.
A gas burner for soldering at home is a necessary thing. With its help, copper and brass items are repaired. These are the parts that make up radiators and heat exchangers. The device is of great help during the repair of the car body, when high temperatures can cause metal warping.
For owners of suburban real estate, and just for those who like to make things useful in the household, from time to time there is a need to solder something. A gas burner is well suited for this purpose, with which you can heat parts for their subsequent processing, solder or repair the roof.
Agree, now it is not a problem to purchase a high-temperature burner at a hardware store, but such a device will cost several times more than a home-made one. And the burner will work no worse than the factory counterpart.
From our material you will learn how a do-it-yourself gas burner is assembled on propane, what tools and materials will be required for this.
Before proceeding to self-manufacturing gas burner is worth dealing with it design features and working principle.
As a rule, a propane burner consists of the following elements:
- frame;
- lever;
- distribution nozzle;
- gas tube;
- propane tank;
- clamps for fastening.
Propane is supplied through a hose from a pressurized cylinder. The volume of gas is regulated by a working valve on the cylinder, but for safety reasons it is worthwhile to additionally install a reduction gear.
A shut-off valve is used to open/close the gas supply. It is behind the main valve. The intensity of the flame is adjusted using a working tap.
At one end of the gas hose through which gas is supplied, a special nozzle is attached, at the end of which there is a nipple. The nipple, together with the gas tube, is placed in a metal cup, where the combustible mixture is actually created.
Having familiarized yourself with the design features of the device, you can begin to create a gas burner with your own hands, especially since it is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance.
DIY Instructions
Next, we will talk about several options for homemade propane burners that you can do with your own hands. In order to build the simplest burner, a lot of strength and skill will not be required, but the creation of the other two options will have to work harder.
Option 1 - the simplest burner from a piece of pipe
The construction of such a burner will require very little time and effort. But the process of creating a homemade product must be approached with all responsibility, because you will have to work with an explosive substance and any error in the design of the device can lead to sad consequences.
Using such a device, you can heat metal blanks for forging or warm them up before welding, and you can also repair a bituminous roof. For the owner of a private house, such a homemade product on the farm will definitely not be superfluous.
A properly made propane burner will last a long time. With its help, you can perform many household tasks without the use of a number of expensive tools.
To make a homemade gas burner, you will need the following tools and materials:
- two pieces of pipe of different diameters;
- union;
- gas hose;
- reducer;
- propane tank;
- welding machine;
- Bulgarian.
Having prepared all the tools and materials, you can begin to assemble the propane burner. But before that, we recommend that you read the rules.
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Working without personal protective equipment, you can get burned, not only from open flames, but also from accidental contact with hot parts.
If the considered home-made burners are not suitable for you, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with other options for making useful home-made products discussed in our articles - and.
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
The video will discuss how to independently make a propane gas burner:
With a small supply of tools at hand, a gas burner diagram and necessary materials, every home craftsman can assemble a propane burner. At the same time, it is important to observe and use only high-quality materials that are approved for use in the domestic gas supply system. But if you are not confident in your own abilities, it is better to purchase such a device in a store.
If you had to assemble a propane burner yourself, please share your knowledge with our readers, tell us which option you chose. Why was he chosen and were there any difficulties in the process of work. Perhaps you have a diagram of the device and a photo of the finished homemade product - attach visual information in the discussion of the material.
For people actively working in the workshop or in country house often there is a need to heat the part or to solder. These tasks will be solved by a high-temperature gas burner, which you can make yourself. With its help, you can heat parts for subsequent processing or welding, harden parts, carry out roof repairs. This list could be continued.
All these tasks can be solved with a gas burner. Such devices include devices that provide mixing, preheating, supply of the required volume of gas and oxygen. It creates conditions to ensure the required rate of combustion of the resulting mixture and create the required heating temperature.
There are a large number of such devices on the market, from specialized professional ones (for heating boilers and welding work) to universal household propane burners.
Gas burners manufactured on an industrial scale are considered solely from the point of view of reliability and safety during operation. However, very often, according to the criterion "efficiency - cost", gas burners of industrial production do not stand up to criticism. In addition, you can purchase a product of dubious quality or made in friendly China.
Having considered in detail the design options for such burners, an unambiguous conclusion suggests itself. There is nothing complicated in these gas units. Therefore, many are trying to make such a device at home. It turns out a convenient and cheap gas burner with your own hands.
Burner classification
The device of a gas burner is quite simple. Modern gas burners are divided as follows:
- premix. The formation of a gas mixture occurs immediately before entering the outlet.
- injection burners. The air necessary for combustion is spontaneously sucked in (as they say, injected) by the gas jet itself.
- Recuperative. The essence of their work lies in the preliminary heating of gas and air. This happens before mixing. The heating itself is carried out by a special device - a recuperator.
- Regenerative. Preheating in burners of this type is carried out in the regenerator.
- Pressurized (gas burners with pressurization). In them, air is forced into the furnace by a special fan. This happens after mixing the combustible mixture.
- Diffusion. By design, these are the simplest burners. They consist of a regular tube with holes drilled in it. Gas is supplied through these holes. To ensure constant and reliable combustion, the necessary air comes from the environment.
- Gas atmospheric burners for boilers. The principle of their operation is very similar to the principle of injection burners. The main difference is that oxygen enrichment is not carried out completely, but partially.
- Gas burners for stoves, fireplaces, heating systems.
The power of any gas burner is determined by the volume of gas consumed per unit of time. For different burners, it can differ quite significantly.
Burner design
A standard homemade burner functions in this way. Under pressure, gas is supplied from a cylinder through a special hose. The most commonly used gas is propane. The volume of supplied gas is changed by a regulating working valve located on the cylinder. Therefore, the installation of an additional reduction gear is not required.
The shut-off valve is located behind the main valve and is attached to the gas cylinder. It is used to open or close the gas supply. All other adjustments (length and intensity of the flame) of the burner itself are carried out using the so-called working tap. The supply gas hose, through which gas is supplied, is connected to a special nozzle. It ends with a nipple. It allows you to set the size (length) and intensity (speed) of the flame. The nipple together with the tube is placed in a special insert (metal cup). It is in it that the creation of a combustible mixture occurs, that is, the enrichment of propane with atmospheric oxygen. The created combustible mixture under pressure enters through the nozzle into the combustion area. To ensure a continuous combustion process, special holes are structurally provided in the nozzle. They perform the function of additional ventilation.
The design of such gas appliances is developed taking into account ease of use, prevention, and repair. Therefore, they must be easily collapsible. This simplifies the maintenance and repair process.
Based on such a standard scheme, you can develop your own design. It will consist of the following elements:
- body (usually it is made of metal);
- a gearbox that is mounted on a cylinder (a ready-made device is used);
- nozzles (made independently);
- fuel supply regulator (optional);
- head (the shape is selected based on the tasks to be solved).
The body of the burner is made in the form of a glass. The material used is ordinary steel. This form allows for reliable protection from possible blowing out of the working flame. The handle is attached to the body. It can be made from various materials. The most important thing is that it provides convenience during work. Previous experience shows that the most optimal length of such a handle is in the range of 70 to 80 centimeters.
A wooden holder is attached to the top. A gas supply hose is placed in its body. This allows you to give the structure a certain strength. Flame length can be adjusted in two ways. With the help of a reducer located on the gas cylinder and a valve mounted on the tube. Ignition of the gas mixture is carried out thanks to a special nozzle.
Production of a gas burner
Starting to independently manufacture the device, it is necessary to prepare tools for work and select the required material. First of all, choose the material for the handle. There are no strict requirements, so everyone can use their imagination and possibilities. The main requirements for the handle are: its ease of use, so that it does not overheat during operation. Experience shows that it is advisable to use a ready-made handle. For example, a handle from some failed soldering iron, boiler or other household appliance.
Steel is used to make the supply tube. Choose a steel tube with a diameter of not more than 1 cm and a wall thickness of 2.5 mm. The made felling is inserted into the prepared handle. There it must be securely fastened. The mounting method is selected in accordance with its capabilities.
The burner body is made of steel. The divider is made of brass rod. Several holes are drilled in the divider body (usually more than four). This will create good oxygen circulation at the burner outlet.
After that, the divider is securely fixed in the body. A small clearance should be provided for the inner flange. The recommended clearance should be approximately 5mm. Such a gap will provide the necessary deceleration of the gas flow rate that enters the igniter. Slowing down will allow more reliable ignition of the burner.
The nozzle is made from a metal rod. It will provide gas supply to the combustion area. It is made in the following way. With a drill with a diameter of 2 mm, a blind hole is carefully made in the nozzle body. Then drill a hole with a 4mm drill bit. It is necessary to create a jumper. They are carefully riveted and polished.
The end of the manufactured tube is connected to the outlet of the reducer. A flexible hose is used for connection. The material is selected from the list of approved materials for domestic gas systems. It can be a special rubber or a special fabric material. To ensure reliability and fire safety, it is more expedient to use certified material. The hose is put on the tube and secured with a standard clamp.
After completing the assembly of the entire apparatus, it is required to set the optimal pressure in the cylinder. Before lighting the burner, the entire gas supply system, mixing with air, should be carefully checked for possible leaks. If they appear, they must be eliminated. Only after all checks can the burner be ignited. The burner must provide a burning jet length of up to 50 mm.
Properly self-assembled burner will serve as a reliable assistant in business for a long time. It will be the tool that will help solve many everyday problems without resorting to the use of an expensive tool.
Today we will tell you how to make a simple, reliable and convenient injection gas burner for forging and casting with your own hands.
Hello readers and subscribers of the site!
Materials required for the manufacture of a homemade injection gas burner:
- * roofing gas burner;
- two pieces of black pipe 40x3mm (length: 40mm, 50mm);
- one piece of black pipe 25x3 (length: 155mm).
*- a lot of people bother and make a burner from a bunch of plumbing fittings and welding tips, faucets. What for? All this is sold in the store in the form of a roofing torch (take an average nozzle size for normal performance). And we just have to redo the nozzle!
By the way, speaking of the snot. If you are now wondering why something needs to be redone when there are ready-made burners. Just the one I'm going to redo. So the answer is simple. And I demonstrated it clearly in the video. With a short nozzle, the burner will not burn in a closed space! The injection process of air leakage will not work and the flame will go out.
The tool required for the manufacture of an injection gas burner:
- welding machine;
- Bulgarian.
I indicated all the dimensions on the drawing and marked them in the video ** 
**- Also on the picture displayed ANALOGUE! It can be assembled from transitional cast-iron plumbing couplings and pipes. It will also work well. For me, price is key! I bought pieces of pipe at a metal warehouse and they cost me a little more than 50 rubles + welding expenses, etc. The price of the nozzle rose to 50r! couplings are much more expensive (remember, I have a super-budget starter kit!).
Well, I told you about what I used and why I used this and not another. And you will see a visual production in the video!
p.s. The burner flame burns steadily and very efficiently. Combustion occurs in its outer part. The burner is well cooled by the air flow and remains cold for the entire time of operation. Only the tip is heated, which only contributes to the combustion of gas.
Thank you for watching!
You can buy a burner, or you can make it yourself in 10 minutes
Do you want to learn how to make a burner with your own hands at home? I offer 2 instructions at once: assembling a conventional burner for styling roofing materials and manufacture of high temperature cutting torch. Having made tools according to the proposed schemes, you can heat roofing bitumen, melt tin and cut fusible metals.
Everything you need to know about gas burners
- Gas-burner(acetylene or propane) is a tool with which you can get a flame with a variable flame temperature and flame size;
- conventional propane torch- this is a nozzle with a regulator connected to a gas supply under pressure;
- Acetylene torch- This is a cutter for which an oxy-fuel mixture is used.
By using pressurized gas as a fuel, high temperature fail. But, if you mix propane with oxygen, the temperature of the flame increases significantly.
The figure shows two types of burners:
- Injection- due to the higher pressure, oxygen sucks in the gas and directs it to the mixer;
- Injectorless- oxygen and gas are supplied separately, but with the same pressure.
Non-injector cutters are structurally simpler than injector burners. But injection cutters, due to the high pressure of the fuel mixture, are used in welding and cutting metals.
There is also an infrared gas burner, but it does not apply to cutting tools, but to heaters. heating element for uniform distribution heat is located by the emitter to the top and transforms thermal energy into infrared radiation. Adjustment of temperature and intensity of heating is carried out by a tuning valve.
We assemble a burner for laying roofing felt in 10 minutes
For assembly you will need:
- Nozzle and faucet from an old gas stove (both parts can be bought on the construction market. The price is cheap);
- gas cylinder(you can get by with a camping cylinder with a volume of 10-20 liters);
- Connecting hose with slip-on clamps.
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Connecting the nozzle to the faucet. We connect the valve through the nozzle to the nozzle. |
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We connect the gas cylinder to the burner with a hose. The connections must be tightened with collar clamps. |
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Trial run. With the tap on the burner closed, open the supply from the cylinder. We bring a lit match to the nozzle and open the gas supply valve. |
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Torch adjustment. The flame flow is regulated by turning the valve: counterclockwise - more, clockwise - less. |
A home-made gas burner is no worse than a purchased tool in terms of efficiency and safety of use. I am sure that the tool, assembled according to the proposed instructions, will be useful to you.
Assembling a portable cutter for the home workshop
This compact tool, despite its low power, gives a flame with temperatures up to +1000°C. To make a gas burner at home, we need the following materials:
- Pumping needle for inflating balls;
- A thin needle from a disposable syringe;
- Plastic bottle with a volume of 1.5-2 liters;
- Two sets of droppers with clips;
- Copper wire with a diameter of 0.5 mm;
- Flux and accessories for soldering;
- Nipple from a bicycle or car camera;
- Hot glue and gun.
The wiring diagram shows a portable torchless torch. Next, I’ll tell you how to make a tool with your own hands according to the proposed scheme.
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Making a hole in the needle. Stepping back from the end of the needle 10 mm, we make a transverse incision with a triangular file, so that a small hole forms. |
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We bend the needle. The needle from the syringe, with the help of pliers, is bent at an angle of 135 °.
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We grind the sharp edge of the needle. We grind the curved needle on a file or grindstone, so that there is no point left. The length of the needle section from the fold to the ground end should be equal to the length from the end of the thick needle to the hole made in it. |
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We connect the needles in one knot. A thin bent needle is pushed into the hole. As a result, the end of a thin needle should protrude from a thick needle by no more than 1 mm. |
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Winding copper wire. The area where the thin needle enters through the side hole into the thick needle is wound copper wire. We make the winding turns as close as possible to each other. |
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Flux processing. We process the winding made with flux before soldering. Do not use rosin, as when working with flux, the solder sticks better. |
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Soldering. We solder the wire winding with tin solder. We heat the turns with a soldering iron so that the solder passes to the needle. As a result, the soldered area of \u200b\u200bthe connection of the needles must be completely sealed. |
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We connect the assembled mixer. We connect 2 dropper tubes to the previously assembled assembly. One tube is connected to a thin needle and the other to a thick needle. On the dropper tubes, next to the mixer, we put on clamps, one for each tube. |
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We fix the clamps. We glue the clamps together with hot glue, so that the adjusting rollers are located on the outside.
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Joint sealing. We glue the soldering area and the dropper connection areas with hot glue. Thus, we will ensure the tightness of all connections. |
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We pass the dropper tube through the plastic cap. A hole is drilled in the cork of a can for refilling lighters along the diameter of the dropper tube. A tube is threaded into the hole. |
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We connect the handset. One of the nozzles that comes with the gas cartridge is tightly inserted into the tube. We pull the dropper tube through the stopper. We do this so that the nozzle fixed on the tube rests against the opposite side of the cork. |
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We apply sealant. We seal and strengthen the connection with hot glue. Now, if you put the cork on the cylinder, the nozzle will press on the fitting and the gas supply will begin. |
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Installing the compressed air connection. In the day plastic bottle with a volume of 1.5-2 liters, we fix a metal pipe with a check valve. As a pipe, you can use a nipple from an old bicycle or car camera. |
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Installing the burner connector. We attach a connecting pipe to the cork of the bottle to connect the dropper from the burner. |
The burner, receiver and connecting hoses are ready, it remains to connect all the elements together.
We connect the tube from the cap of the gas cartridge to a thick needle. We connect the tube from the receiver bottle to a thin needle.
We attach the pump to the receiver nipple and pump up 2-3 atmospheres. If there is no pressure gauge on the pump, pump according to the sensations. We put a cap with a tube on the gas cylinder.
The do-it-yourself burner is assembled and ready for use. How to use it?
- We loosen the clamp on the gas supply;
- Ignite the gas from the end of the needle;
- Gradually loosening the clamp with air, we get the same flame as in the photo.
Conclusion
Now you know how to make a burner with your own hands. Still have questions about the suggested instructions? Tell us in the comments about what was not clear - I guarantee explanations. By the way, do not forget to watch the video in this article, I'm sure you will be interested.
