Torch For Fire Brick Forge?

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Seffers93

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Hey everyone!

I'm gathering supplies to set up shop in our new home at the end of the month. I've gathered everything on my list except a torch for the forge.

I ordered 10 insulated fire bricks. I don't plan on using all of them. Just wanted extra in case I ruin my first attempt. But I need something bigger than the 2-Bricks I've been seeing.. something a little longer and wider for cleaver styles. (I'll be using 1084 for now)

So I doubt the average less-than-5000BTU torch from Home Depot would work unless I used more than one. I found this at my local store though..

https://www.homedepot.com/p/20-000-BTU-Utility-Propane-Torch-MT450C-3/304702890?modalType=drawer

Does anyone have any knowledge as to why this would or wouldn't work? I know it's crazy long but I'm okay with that. I'm somewhat of a worry-wart so I'd prefer to have the tank further from the flame anyway lol.

Any insight helps. Thanks!
 
Thanks for the info guys. I'm going to go with the one from atlasknife.com. Although since I can get a regulator there also, I might jump up to the 100K one and just turn it down a bit. That way I can go bigger on the forge if I need to.
 
@Atlas Knife Company, is that a good plan?

I don't know much about Venturi style burners, I made one myself and it doesn't like running in low ranges...
 
You want the burner to be suitable size for the forge chamber. the smaller Atlas burner will be fine for a brick forge. If you plan on expanding the forge later, check with Charles at Atlas. IIRC, he sold a burner kit with both burners plus the hose and regulator.
 
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