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[JradM]

I had no idea MAPP was discontinued. I've never used or needed it, even on my rust belt Subaru ball joints. But I keep hearing people referring to MAPP for high heat, so what are they referring to if it's discontinued and not this?

It's a mix of MAPP and Propane (MAPP - Pro). Propane burns at a temperature a little below 2000 C, Mapp-Pro bumps it up a little (to like 2050). The old map was more like 2500 or higher if mixed with oxygen.

I've heard discussion that maybe Mapp-Pro is better than it sounds because of some heat-transfer quality, but I'm not qualified to speak about that. You can also mix oxygen with propane to increase it's temperature, so I suppose it all depends on what you're aiming to do.

I still use MAPP Pro occasionally, when I get a good price, but it also depends on whether you have a high-heat torch or a pencil flame.

 

[matthew]

I still use MAPP Pro occasionally, when I get a good price, but it also depends on whether you have a high-heat torch or a pencil flame.

For speed? Or for a particular application?

I have managed to stick with propane for now. But I haven’t had to solder anything bigger than 1/2”, and no massive brass fittings. I’ll admit that there was one pipe where I struggled because of a small leak dripping water into the heat zone. I’ve wondered about getting a MAPP torch… not sure if I’m being stubborn or restrained…

 

[JradM]

For speed? Or for a particular application?

I have managed to stick with propane for now. But I haven’t had to solder anything bigger than 1/2”, and no massive brass fittings. I’ll admit that there was one pipe where I struggled because of a small leak dripping water into the heat zone. I’ve wondered about getting a MAPP torch… not sure if I’m being stubborn or restrained…

Maybe I'm fooling myself, but I feel like the yellow bottles get things hotter just a little bit faster. I understand the peak temperatures aren't terribly far apart, but Mapp Pro is still a bit higher. If I'm heating a rusted fastener, I don't have to do it as long.

It's not a dramatic difference, but I still pick up the gas when I get it for a decent price. If I'm paying $14+/bottle, I just make do with propane.

 

[JradM]

Busy Bee tools is having a clearance event. Discounts on clearance and a stacking 15% off code.

Looks like there are some deals to me - I didn't bother curating a list since it depends on what you're looking for. There are power tools, accessories, consumables, machines, etc.

Need a tiny arbor press? This would be like $34: