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16-inch diameter. The diameter is determined by the volume
of gas required and the length of the hose. Red is the fuel gas
hose while green is the oxygen hose. David A. Tietz/Editorial
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provide maximum life. The oxygen hose is green, and Fig. 5-33 Standard oxygen and acetylene hose connections.
the word oxygen is sometimes molded on the hose. The Oxygen: right-hand thread; acetylene: left-hand thread. Note
acetylene hose is red, and the word acetylene is some- groove indicating LH thread on all fuel gas fittings. Thermadyne
times molded on the hose. Industries, Inc.
A black hose is used for inert gas and air. Different-sized
hoses may be required for different types of welding
Always use a hose to carry only one kind of gas.
and cutting operations, depending upon the amount
A combustible mixture may result if it is used for first
of gas that is required, the length of hose used, and
one gas and then another.
the pressures that are needed. Hoses can be obtained
Test the hose for leaks frequently by immersing the
in sizes of 316, , 38, and inch. The 316 I.D. (inside
hose at normal working pressure under water. A leak-
diameter) hose is very flexible and light; it is used for
ing hose is a serious hazard and a waste of gas. If
light welding, such as aircraft welding, and as a whip
there is a leak in the connection with the proper nipple
for pipe welding. The -inch I.D. is usually used for
and nut, cut off the hose a few inches back and remake
heavy cutting. Hose may be single or double. The dou-
the connection. Leaks in other locations should be
ble hose is actually two pieces joined by a web that
repaired by cutting off the bad section and inserting a
prevents tangling the hose.
hose coupling as a splice.
Hose Connections Only hose connections made for the Clamp all of the hose connections or fasten them se-
purpose should be used for connecting the hose to the curely so that they will withstand a pressure of at least
regulator and the welding and cutting torch. A standard 300 p.s.i. without leakage.
hose connection, Fig. 5-33, consists of a nipple that is Hose showing leaks, burns, worn places, or other
inserted in the end of the hose and a nut that attaches defects are unfit for service and must be repaired or
the nipple to the torch or regulator. So that there is no replaced.
danger of attaching the wrong hose to the wrong regula- Do not attempt to repair a hose with tape. Tape has
tor or torch connection, the oxygen coupling has a right- a tendency to break down the hose material, and it is
hand thread, and the acetylene coupling has a left-hand not a permanent repair.
thread. The hose connection nuts are marked STD. OXY Handle the hose carefully when welding. Avoid drag-
for the oxygen and STD. ACET for the acetylene. In ad- ging it on a greasy floor. The hose should not be al-
dition, the acetylene nuts have a groove cut around their lowed to come in contact with flame or hot metal. The
center to indicate a left-hand thread. Clamps or ferrules hose should be protected from falling articles, from
connect the hose tightly to the nipple to ensure a leak- vehicles running over it and from being stepped on. It
proof connection. should not be kinked sharply.
At the end of the day or at the end of the job, roll up
Care of Hose The welder must use and care for the the hose and hang it where it will be out of the way.
hose correctly in the interest of both economy and Spring-loaded hose reels are available.
safety. Hose is subject to a great deal of wear even
under normal conditions; and if it is abused, the wear is Lighters
considerable. The welder is urged to take the following The welding torch should be lighted with a friction spark
precautions: lighter, Fig. 5-34. The flints for friction lighters can be
Sensing Devices
Automatic sensing devices can control joint
alignment, so the welder does not have to constantly
Fig. 5-36 A typical gas-electric blowtorch used for adjust the equipment controls.
preheating. North American Manufacturing Co.
A cutting torch, gas or electric, for beveling or for re- must also be protected from the heat coming from the
pair work. job. Just any kind of colored lens does not give the neces-
Carbon, in the form of rods, plates, or paste. It is sary protection.
highly fire-resistant and is useful to protect surfaces Filter lenses are made of special optical glass of vari-
and holes, to back up welds, to control and shape the ous diameters and tinted green or brown. These lenses not
flow of metal, and to support and align broken parts. only filter out the harmful rays, but they also minimize
Preheating equipment, Fig. 5-36, and a number of the effect of glare to permit the welders to see their work
materials to provide for slow cooling, such as fiber clearly.
cement, hydrated lime, and other commercially avail- The shade of the lens must be selected carefully.
able materials. Lenses can be obtained in light, medium, and dark
A wire power brush for cleaning scale and slag. shades, Table 5-3 (p. 162). Lenses that are too dark cause
Some jobs may need no finishing of any kind, while eye strain because welders are not able to see their work
others may require filing, grinding, drilling, or even clearly. Lenses that are too light cause the eyes to s uffer
considerable machining. The welder should know the effects of light and heat.
the use of the part and the type of finishing that is The outer lens is a clear glass or plastic of optical qual-
going to be done before the job is welded. With this ity and 364 to 116 inch thick. This cover lens protects the
information a good welder can keep the amount of ex- filter lens from spatter. When the outer lens becomes
cess metal deposited close to the finish requirements, pitted and reduces vision, it should be replaced. Treated
thus keeping the amount of postwelding work to a lenses that have longer life than the untreated type can be
minimum. purchased.
Goggle frames are usually made of a tough, heat-
resistant material similar to Bakelite. They should be light
Safety Equipment in weight and fit the face so that they are comfortable.
Welding and Cutting Goggles Although they should provide adequate ventilation, it is
important that they do not leak light.
Welders must wear specially designed goggles to pro-
It is foolhardy to attempt to save a few cents by pur-
tect their eyes from infrared and ultraviolet rays, flying
chasing an inferior grade of goggles. Purchase only the
sparks, and particles of hot metal, Fig. 5-37. The eyes
best. Never use oxyacetylene welding and cutting goggles
for welding with the electric arc.
Some welders prefer to use eye shields, Fig. 5-38,
page 162. These shields also have the clear cover lens
and the colored filter lens. The lenses are the same size
as those used in the arc welding helmets. Eye shields
provide a wide range of vision and can be used over eye-
glasses. They may be fitted with a headband and work
on a swivel.
It is also possible to obtain eyeglass-type frames that
have the correct lenses. Their use is not recommended for
welding or cutting because they do not give any protec-
Fig. 5-37 Deep cup oxyacetylene welding goggles. This type tion from the sides. Thus the eyes are exposed to injurious
can be worn over eyeglasses. Thermadyne Industries, Inc. rays, glare, sparks, and hot particles of metal. They may
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