How to Build a Venturi Forge Burner for Only $21

[@RedBeardOps]

Anyone looking to getting into bladesmithing!?

[@joeklerekoper4733]

My son and I are getting our shop set up, making what we can. Your encouragment and instructional information has been very helpful, love your channel.

[@RedBeardOps]

@@joeklerekoper4733 Thanks Joe! Glad to be of service! What a great endeavor to embark on with your son.

[@benromero2937]

Getting ready to build a forge

[@RedBeardOps]

Benjamin Romero really glad to hear it! I hope this burner build helped you out!

[@sniperdgs]

ive been collecting parts for making a forge and this is one of the things i need to get parts for.

[@sniperdgs]

the fact that you put an entire parts list in the description earns a like and subscribe along a well dont video.

[@RedBeardOps]

sniperdgs hey man, glad you liked it!! Good luck with your build 👍

[@fangerootango]

By far the best forge burner video yet!! Parts list, assembly instructions, link to original builder... ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@Icarusglide]

I built mine following your steps and material list... Never been so happy of seeing something work so amazingly... It roars like a dragon's breath..

[@RedBeardOps]

Heck yeah man! thanks for your comment!

[@MrBrokenwrenches]

That is the simplest burner I've seen. Thanks for the video.

[@RedBeardOps]

cody allen glad you liked it! It is super simple and pretty darn easy to make!

[@jerryfrost8136]

Nice job building the burner. It should have a 0.035" mig tip trimmed back about 1/2 way across the intake port on the T. If you want to use a 0.030" mig tip use a 3/4" x 3/4" T. Frosty

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Frosty! Great design

[@garyarmes1174]

Good video. I will build it. Not advisable to use tape on flare threads, though. If the flare fitting leaks, gas will still leak out above the flare itself. And the tape may compromise the flare union while the fitting is being tightened.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks for the info!

[@vandelftcrafts2958]

I build something very similar two years ago. I created my own tips with a piece of copper tubing with a brass end cap with a 0.8mm hole drilled into its center soldered on to it. works great!

[@RedBeardOps]

Very nice!

[@e.t.preppin7084]

My son and I work together as well in construction. Unfortunately his hobbies are automotive in general and mine are knife making, sharpening and forging. I’ll have to go it alone as for my interests. Thanks for all your tutorials because they help me immensely.

[@trmwyldshade1482]

A friend and I built one. It's BETTER than forced air if done correctly (Not too difficult)!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome! Thanks for your comment!

[@valleycapitaladvisors]

By far the best forging burner video out there. Question. Can you do another video modifying this to a “dual” burner. Thanks in advance.

[@RedBeardOps]

Appreciate that praise, sir. I've seen some guys do duel burners, but I don't currently have the need. I later converted my forge to forced air since I feel it gave me more overall control. And the forced air burner is more than enough for the size forge I have. Glad you enjoyed this one. Cheers man.

[@johnjude2685]

Sounds great for controlling heat treatment BIG THANKS I'm also need to forge welding as I'm building wood carving tools. QUESTION ? Can I slip this in place for heat treatment, then remove and place a hotter burner anytime convenient for my needs?

[@RedBeardOps]

I don't see why not! May take some time and design to get the swap smooth though

[@wcodom67]

thank you! this video has to be the easiest one by far!! Me and one of my boys built a forge last night out of fire brick-gonna build this burner and see what happens

[@RedBeardOps]

HEck yeah, sounds like a good time. Make sure to test your fitting with soapy water for leaks. Good luck!

[@1212zorz]

Thanks for the design brother. That mig tip to brass nipple pointer really helped me out. Much love

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck with your build, Tree Bear!

[@LiloUkulele]

Your Video and parts list made building a forge burner totally accessible- excellent/professional presentation!

[@RedBeardOps]

Awesome, thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@JoeSo222]

Just made this yesterday with instructions from this video

[@RedBeardOps]

Nice!

[@shawnwells762]

At 3:14mins in the video, what kind of clamps are you using?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm using these - Cheers - amzn.to/3ONMNqZ

[@spike4972]

Over the past month or so I’ve been getting into some very simple knife forging and making some stuff for the house like bird-feeder hangers using a blowtorch powered furnace filed out of two fire bricks. Definitely going to use this burner and the simple forge design from the essential craftsman to upgrade as soon as I can get a decent anvil that’s not the 15 pound harbor freight one I found and have been using

[@RedBeardOps]

Excellent man! Good luck with your builds!

[@Severalangrybees]

Just got started with a Mapp torch. Already seeing why I need this

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck Levi!

[@Severalangrybees]

@@RedBeardOps thanks brother.

[@samosdolphins123]

great thanks alot. does propane not shoot out of the t section? just asking .. also want to ask, about the 3/8 flare to 1/4 inch mpt . is the 3/8 inch side the part which hooks into the female of the regulator flare?

[@RedBeardOps]

The flame should only be coming out of the end of the burner not the T. This project was so long ago I forgot the details, sorry!

[@marcusmunn2013]

I'm probably gonna make two of em in a small forge for knives I'll let you know how it goes

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck with your build!

[@joewhite4564]

Love how straightforward this build is. don't have the tap for the MIG tip. But I have seen a few builds that use a brass cap (instead of a MIG tip), with a 1/32" hole drilled into the center of the cap for the gas. What do you think of that approach?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Joe, I've never tried it, but if the sizing of the hole is similar to the mig tip and the distance into the T is the same; it should work just as good. Cheers man!

[@joewhite4564]

@@RedBeardOps I tried the end cap and it worked, but my flame was pretty raggedy. Tried the mig time and much much better. Sill have some tuning to do. But a night and day difference

[@RedBeardOps]

@@joewhite4564 Nice, good to hear. Maybe it has something to do with the length of the hole being longer in the mig tip than if you just popped a short hole in a cap. A longer restriction. Who knows, glad it's working for you!

[@LBCAndrew]

all my MIG tips are .035 so hopefully they'll work.

[@drewcramer7586]

Great video. Having no knowledge of propane fittings I was scratching my head trying to understand Frosty's pdf, so glad I found this video. Any recommendations on hoses for connecting the propane tank to this burner?

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful! I don't own this one myself... but it looks decent - Regulator and Gauge - amzn.to/3b9rZJG You want a 30psi regulator and gauge

[@drewcramer7586]

@@RedBeardOps Thanks much!

[@randyblackburn9765]

Looks like you have a length of square tubing inside the forge , does this aid in heating the blade more evenly such as keeping the flame away from the blade . I haven’t seen this before but it appears to possibly work that way .

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Randy, this is called a "muffle pipe". It just makes it easier to evenly heat the blade like you said. Very handy.

[@markcockerham646]

Just made one of these for a forge I built, it works great, thanks!

[@RedBeardOps]

Great to hear!

[@BhaktiSangeetSaini]

I am building burner for my pizza oven pretty much like yours but 3 of them in a row.

[@RedBeardOps]

Nice!

[@guywilson2394]

Yes I am I've built the forge but have yet to get the pipe to make the burner a little lost on it that's why I watched your video I wish I could just purchase one

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Guy, you can. Check out atlas forge, they have great stuff! They also sell burners. www.atlasknife.com/

[@guywilson2394]

@@RedBeardOps Thank you very much for the reply I'll check out the sight and purchase one I'm sure I'll be sure to drop your name as to where I got their info and recommendation from thanks again for your time.

[@e.t.preppin7084]

I would love to know everything about this small forge. The one I built isn’t getting near enough heat. Dave keeps telling me to hook up my weed torch to my mini forge. He might be right but you seem to have it down to a science. I just wanna forge to heat treat my 1084 since I cannot afford an oven.

[@RedBeardOps]

Depending on how much time and effort you're going to put into it you may want to buy a forge. ALTAS FORGE has an excellent knife forge for $285. Would be perfect for your needs. www.atlasknife.com/product/atlas-mini-forge-v2-stainless/ IF you want to build a little forge for heat treating you can get a piece of stove pipe or any piece of steel tubing that is around 8'' in diameter. Then you can go "High Temperature Tools & Refractory's website" to order Kaowool. Line your pipe with 2 layers of 1'' kaowool then coat the wool with satanite. Then build one of the venturi burners like I did here and you're off to the races. Use hard firebrick as the doors. For more information you can search bladefourms for forge builds here : cse.google.com/cse?cx=012217165931761871935:iqyc7cbzhci

[@petedyer7572]

Hi i have build the same burner and it seems to work better with a 3/4 to 1" fitting on the end my forge is big it 370x290x300 so i am going to try 2 burners thanks for your video on the burner.

[@RedBeardOps]

Cheers man! Thanks for watching. Hope the duel burners work out for you! Lots of power!

[@RandyRandersonthefamous]

I'm looking to make a biogas burner! Once I get my homestead feed a biogas generator into a filter/storage system. Use for kitchen burner and pyrolizaiton of plastic into diesel.

[@RedBeardOps]

Very cool!

[@NOFX0890]

You get a sub for your drill press tapping tip. Great video mate. I think ill be building a different style, but some great tips and techniques. Thankyou. I hope the channel is doing well.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thank you very much! Glad you got something out of it!

[@NOFX0890]

I cheated. Sigh....I was trying to work out how to integrate a slide choke and I wanted a rear feed. After watching many different peoples designs.... I ended up buying a DFC from devil forge and i will copy that with bits and bobs. Trial and error is a learning curve, but time is important. I wont buy a forge though! I swear ill build it!! Now to find a lonely beer keg....

[@spotlobac7694]

simplest one iv seen so far , thumbs up.

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it! Make sure to soap test your lines for leaks before starting it up.

[@spotlobac7694]

@@RedBeardOps im still working on the regulator & line, if you have an in line adjust valve whats with a high pressure regulator

[@RedBeardOps]

@@spotlobac7694 I'm not sure I fully understand your question. I'm fairly sure my regulator is 30psi.

[@spotlobac7694]

@@RedBeardOps sorry i thought you wouldnt need a regulator at all if you had an in line valve to adjust pressure / flame.

[@RedBeardOps]

@@spotlobac7694 I see. I like (and think it's safer) to have a regulator close to the tank.

[@thebro5820]

I like the simplicity of the build. The fact you listed the parts needed, makes me owe you a beer. One question. The way it is currently setup, running a higher psi than 5. Is the possibility there to use this exact burner in a furnace for casting? I've seen this build, atleast similarly done. The way you talk, makes me slightly hesitant to use it in a furnace

[@RedBeardOps]

I'll be honest, I really don't know about using it in a furnace.

[@thebro5820]

@@RedBeardOps What temps are you required to reach for heat treating? 2000F?

[@RedBeardOps]

@@thebro5820 around 1500 for 1084

[@thebro5820]

@@RedBeardOps Appreciate the info. Looking at upgrading my furnace. 1500 will definitely melt aluminum. If you were running that at a lower psi then I believe it is possible to hit temps around 2100 which is what I'd need for casting copper affectively. Thanks for replying. Keep making videos. Look forward to seeing more.

[@ItsPootertime]

I look forward to trying this out! I'm going to start the build of my first forge this week! Thank you!

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck!

[@hughrosen6257]

Thanks for making this video. I have made the burner. Now I need to hook it up. Would you have a video or some information on what kind of setup a smith would need as far as a make and model of a regulator and gas line for a propane forge to go along with the frosty t-burner in this video. I have a small propane tank; 20-30# that I would like to use for this.

[@RedBeardOps]

I use these - Marshall Regulator - amzn.to/38UkPKN Steel Braded Propane Hose - amzn.to/3z2sQYR

[@hughrosen6257]

@@RedBeardOps thanks for the supply recommendations. We made the burner from this video. Looking forward to using it!

[@kylem2131]

great looking build using mig tips. does that mean you don't have a needle valve on the regulator hose?

[@RedBeardOps]

The needle valve will help you control the flow of propane into the MIG, but I was running it without the needle valve and using the valve on the regulator alone.

[@kylem2131]

you think the burner end could be after a 90 fitting? so a pipe can travel horizontally with a vertical 90 just at the end to shoot flame up?

[@RedBeardOps]

I've never tried this, so really can't tell you.

[@steve7686]

Nice clear instructions, nice video mate

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Steve!

[@doubled9019]

Im just getting into forging and am making my dual burner forge out of a 30lb propane tank. How would you link 2 of these burners together?

[@RedBeardOps]

I've never build a forge with two venturi burners, however, I've seen a ton of forges built this way! I'm sure it would work, but it may take some tuning. You'd probably want to incorporate a needle valve somewhere on each burner so that you can play with the gas rate. But like I said, I've never done this before.

[@kingjasp]

I will try to make this into a double burner. Will be making pretty much 2 of these and connecting them together. Will most likely post it on IG.

[@Kheran]

Do you not need to be able to adjust airflow? If not, cool, but if so, how could you adjust the design to allow for that?

[@RedBeardOps]

On this design with these dimensions it works well without air flow adjustment. I've seen people put baffles on the T to be able to adjust air as well if you find it's needed. If you have the time, funds, energy, etc; I'd advise a 'blown burner' which has an electric blower. This will allow you to dial air/fuel ratio to your liking.

[@jonrost5574]

Thanks for the great and informative video. I love your channel and find it very inspirational. I just finished my first knife from a kit. I do want to eventually build my own forge just for heat treating purposes. Can you tell me more about the muffle pipe, or is there another video on your channel where you talk about using it? Thanks again for the great video.

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Jon, The muffle pipe is just a piece of 2x2 square tubing that I welded a cap on to. Cap isn't needed though. The point is just to shield the blade from direct flame. This helps get a more even heat on the blade. It's not a necessary item though.

[@dustinbarks435]

So im trying to upgrade my current doubble burner for my small toolbox forge to 2 like this i got them built and test firerd outside the forge the seem to work great but once i attach them to the forge and try them they seem to be struggling to get enough oxigen to properly burn inside the forge instead im getting 2-3 foot flames comming out of the forge so im woundering if i should put a couple more smaller oxigen holes on the sides of the T's or a couple breather holes in forge itself do u think that would help? Or maby add a reducer and make the T 1.5 inches instead of one

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Dustin, I've honestly never tried anything like this so I can't tell you for sure. On my main forge I use a blown burner to be able to control the Air/Fuel. You test fired them together right?

[@dustinbarks435]

​@@RedBeardOps yes test fired them together and the burn amazing outside the forge i seperated them last night going to try just one in the forge today

[@MattG101680]

Great video, also the links and the recommendation to go to the Supply House was perfect

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kjskjscjs]

Hi. Awesome video. I guess my only question is what is the purpose of the merchant coupling if it doesn't hold the flame? Is it to creat a tighter seal with the forge body or is it a flair? If it's a flair is it needed inside the forge itself as the forge will hold the flame? New to this and just getting my head around it. Cheers. :)

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Bart, good question. To me the merchant coupling was intended to provide a smooth surface to interface with the forge body. As a stand alone it will not hold the flame well. When in the forge (if the forge is designed to an appropriate size for the burner size) the flame holder is not necessary since the forge will hold the flame. That being said, there is nothing wrong with using the merchant coupling or flair in combination with the forge.

[@kjskjscjs]

@@RedBeardOps awesome thank you. I guess I was kind of close to the mark. I'm in the process of building my first forge. Going simple to begin to see if I'm going to stick with it. Your video really helped me figure out that part of it. Cheers. :)

[@spurs3483]

Very well done. Thanks, brother.

[@RedBeardOps]

Much appreciated! CHeers

[@jomorken4853]

I have already built the physical forge. Now collecting parts for the burner/s. I have only 1" to 1/2" atm. Will I need to get the 1"to3/4" instead?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm sure other sizes could work, this is just the sizes I know work.

[@Acribus1]

Would you be able to use two of these burners if building a 5 gallon propane tank forge?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm sure you could. I've seen some set ups like the one you're describing. I, however, have not made one in that configuration. The last forge I made out of a propane tank was forced air. If you can manage a forced air burner build... I tend to like those better.

[@Acribus1]

@@RedBeardOps thank you so much for the response :) liked and subscribed

[@RedBeardOps]

@@Acribus1 Thanks man! Here is my blown burner for reference - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaWmiJWiYrZonNE

[@randyblackburn9765]

I have always wondered if on this type burner if 2 all thread nipples and 2 full port ball valves could be used as an adjustable choke but I do know to use black iron gas pipe and fittings instead of galvanized also the merchant coupling or the bell reducer should keep the threaded end which is thin from burning up

[@RedBeardOps]

Man I don't know, but it could be worth a try for sure.

[@damasydia]

Another great video...what hose are you using to hook this up to the propane tank?

[@RedBeardOps]

Airborne Mike I’m using an old propane line and regulator I’ve had since 2006. Can’t say I remember where it came from.

[@justinfown1]

What did you weld on the tank to mount this burner?

[@RedBeardOps]

I have a hole cut into my tank with a large coupling welded on at an angle. I threaded it to have set screws.

[@arnekoscharre891]

i appreciate that you put put a complete parts list in the description, but they only ship in th US. Is there any option for getting these exact same measurements in europe?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Arne, I must say I'm really not sure! Sorry about that!

[@RainierDesigns]

What are your thoughts on adding a valved flow controlling shop vac to increase the heat? or will this get a small melting foundry hot enough to melt copper/aluminum?

[@RedBeardOps]

If you want more heat and have a blower, I'd advise a forced air burner. Like this one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaWmiJWiYrZonNE It will be hot enough to do anything you'd want to do.

[@JohnMalich]

Could you explain what you mean by adjust the length of the mig tip?

[@RedBeardOps]

Yes sir, you can shave off some of the length of the tip by grinding it on the non-thread side. Either by hand with a file or on a belt grinder.

[@valleycapitaladvisors]

Red Beard. I’m built this burner now. What does shaving the mig tip do again? Thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

@@valleycapitaladvisors Hello sir, by reducing the height of the mig tip it changes the location of the jet in the T. By changing the location of the tip it will affect how the jet stream of gas pulling in air. If I remember right, the more you shave the tip the further away from the tube it gets and the more air will be drawn in.

[@stankrieger3137]

@@RedBeardOps finally the reason and why I need to move my tip back. Thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

@@stankrieger3137 I demonstrated this process in my most recent forge build if you want another look at it.

[@mark-ze4en]

I know you mentioned the brass pc you were tapping into came from the manufacturer with the appropriate orifice for the the 1/4" x 28 tap. Is that orifice a 1/4" standard drill size for that tap. I followed a separate video that used a 5mm drill hole for a M6x1 tap and the threads did not match my miller mig tip. Thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks for the info Mark. Cheers

[@edmondndrecaj4377]

I'm making a list of these parts and going to home depot, I took an old freon tank I'm making my first little forge i haven't made the hole for the burner yet can't decide if I should go from the top of side

[@RedBeardOps]

You want the burner to enter the forge ID @ a tangent. This will give your flame a swirl

[@edmondndrecaj4377]

@@RedBeardOps thank you for the tip, home depot didn't have everything I needed I'm gonna order the rest online thanks again 🤘

[@sweenyridez2854]

I’m wanting to make this for a five pound air tank forge I have, would just a single burner like this give enough heat just to do regular forging? I’m not wanting to do any forge welding with it, just want to be sure it will give me enough heat to do regular day to day forging

[@RedBeardOps]

I think so. I'm not 100% on the dimensions. Maybe two layers of kaowool would be in order.

[@DAVENATER911]

Would this be hot enough for a small foundry? Would it get hotter if air was being blown into it as well?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, I really don't know for sure. no air needed, unless you're building a forced air bruner

[@devilsadvocate6989]

very nice! thank you oh and I have that same kobalt screwdriver....love that thing. cheers!

[@RedBeardOps]

Right on!

[@thoreaubailey4836]

so... how do I make this without a drill press ? I have a drill and an angle grinder will this work? thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

For sure man. You should be able to do this with just and hand drill. Just be as carful as you can to drill a straight hole and get your tap started straight.

[@str8tfromtexas]

Did you remove the galvanized coating by steel brush and grinding? Is that why T appears grinded all over?

[@RedBeardOps]

Those are black iron fittings. No galvanization. Don't use galvanized pipe. Cheers

[@rickiemoore2858]

Amazing! helpful information thanks heaps!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it sir! Cheers man, good luck with your build.

[@hdrjunkie]

So the forge I just built was made from an old air compressor tank. it’s about 14” long ( about 1-1/2 fire bricks long) and about 12” across... I cut off the front end and welded a hinge to it to make a door, on the other end I cut a 3” tall x 5” wide hole so I can look inside if I’m using the forge with the front door shut without losing too much heat. I lined it with Kao wool, about 1” thick and laid two fire bricks down on the floor to lay my steel on. What sized burner should I use in it? I have something similar to the one in this video and at full blast I got flame shooting out of the door when it’s open...lol I think I need to somehow make the flame be more concentrated, I think it’s too wide as it is now, the nozzle is a 3/4” pipe nipple with a cone on the end that’s someplace between 1” and 1-1/4” . Your thoughts?

[@RedBeardOps]

So mine is also an air tank, but I have 2 layers of 1'' wool which makes the ID ~ 6'' before the fire brick floor (I used 1'' fire bricks for the floor). This burner will work in my forge. If you want more power and more control, I'd suggest making a forced air burner.

[@hdrjunkie]

Red Beard Ops I only have one layer of the one inch thick Kai wool blanket and two 1” fire bricks on the floor... seems to work well I also moved my burner so now it shoots straight down in the center of the forge so stead of from an angle like it was... it seems to be heating up the inside really well.

[@ดเ้เด้ดเ้เด-ด9ป]

What is the diameter of 1/8 npt? What is a mig tip thread tap?

[@RedBeardOps]

I have some of that information in the video. Google will be your friend what what I don't have in there.

[@ThatOneOddGuy]

Ok my mig tip is 8mm OD and 0.8mm ID the orifice size is 0.8mm I ead online that a better size for the orifice should be around 0.045 inches which is ~1mm for me Is this correct?

[@RedBeardOps]

Worth playing around with for sure. I think mine was 0.030

[@ThatOneOddGuy]

@@RedBeardOps the mig tips orifice I bought are about 0,031 inches The problem I had was I couldn't seem to find short 3/4 or 1inch pipe that is threaded on both ends the stuff I could get was ~3ft long I don't know if the length of the pipe effects anything so I decided to cut off one end I used the threaded end to hold the mig tip and ball valve This setup didn't get good temperatures and it took a while to heat up steel also if I added to much air the flame would blow out, This was inefficient so I made the same thing but with 3/4 inch pipe I was able to get a shorter section of this, and it was threaded on both ends so I conneted a reducing bushing and a 1 inch coupling Now when I light it the flame has a bright blue cone and has a higher temperature and does not blow out at all I'm not sure if increasing the size of the orifice does anything but I do want to see if 1mm would be better. I assume I will make the flame burn fuel rich but will this still be efficient What I'm certain of is this isn't efficient for melting brass or copper

[@gary8033]

Just starting out, so I apologize for the question. But, what is the purpose of checking the heat treatment with a magnet?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Gary, this tutorial should help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/inOsmoqtltx-ibs

[@jordand4516]

What hose do you use from the propane tank to the burner? I can’t seem to find one that threads on to the end.

[@RedBeardOps]

Something like this should do it. I have an old regulator on mine. amzn.to/32jdUDr Another Source - hightemptools.com/propaneregulators.html

[@tarts9767]

thanks man for a very informative video, keep up !!!👍😊

[@RedBeardOps]

Anytime! Glad you liked it. I'll be making a video on how to build a blown burner coming up soon!

[@lanhorn4582]

How much heat does it produce? I'm building a small forge and i got firebricks that hold 1300 C°. Is that enough?

[@RedBeardOps]

THat temp is fine. Make sure you're using soft bricks... they work wayyyyy better

[@6lr6ak6]

Some have a choke on the air feed, where as yrs is an open T that draws plenty air to the mix.

[@RedBeardOps]

This is true. The only way to tune this one is adjusting the gas pressure and adjusting the depth of the mig tip. I think one with adjustable air flow would be more easily adjustable.

[@vladtrifan483]

that's the way I'm thinking to make my own burners, but I wanna make a dual burner for the forge, and toghether with a blower__ you think it can be possible with this model of burner??

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Vlad, a force aired system will not look like this one.

[@KOTEC525]

so should all the components (minus the brass fittings) be black pipe or stainless steel? Or are they the same?

[@RedBeardOps]

All mine are black pipe. SS would also work.

[@KOTEC525]

@@RedBeardOps thanks! looks like black pipe is the way to go!

[@miquelsalvatejedor3123]

Great video Red Beard!! One question. Is it not dangerous when the pipe starts to get very hot? How long can you have it on? Thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

Man I've run these for hours without issues. CHeers Miquel

[@LBCAndrew]

Just make sure to remove the burner once you shut it off. otherwise you will get super hot gas going up the pipe and potentially melting your propane hose

[@chrishayes5755]

Anyone looking for the frosty-t PDF just put the link (given in the description), into the wayback machine. The current URL is dead but the PDF can be aquired through wayback.

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Chris

[@mataspocius4775]

Hey I made this burner but I'm having a problem with it making a bubbling noise and not a roar... I don't know how to fix this, I got everything you said except the regulator. I don't know, the forge is also pretty small

[@RedBeardOps]

Interesting, I'm not exactly sure what's going on. I think you'll need a regulator and gauge for sure to know what you're sending it. Please be safe with this... propane can be pretty dangerous.

[@JKCDLT]

are all these parts necessary? or can I just get the gas through the mig tip and it will work?

[@RedBeardOps]

Nope, just the way I did it

[@ayubkadarmujawar774]

What is the MIG tip thread size , please explain

[@RedBeardOps]

3:45 1/4-28NF

[@davegriesel9836]

What tipe gas are you using I'm from South Africa and regulater

[@RedBeardOps]

✅Propane Regulator and Hoses: Marshall Regulator - amzn.to/38UkPKN Steel Braded Propane Hose - amzn.to/3z2sQYR Propane Tank Adapter - amzn.to/3YF7077 30psi Gauge - amzn.to/3YleQmN

[@speedsterwinston]

Would this be appropriately sized to work in a common helium balloon refill tank?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey man, I have no idea. Sorry about that.

[@etiennegirard-duchesne942]

My parts our on their way! I've got a lil question for you tho. Do you think a burner like this could get steel hot enough to forge weld in forge thats significantly smaller than the one in the video? thank you for the build walkthrough and have a great day!

[@RedBeardOps]

Yes sir, I think it can. Good luck with your build!

[@kiddbrother3]

nice video what about running on natural gas? propane is very dangerous I worked natural gas company for 31 years!

[@RedBeardOps]

So natural gas works out pretty well for blown burners since they can run at lower psi. You would be hard pressed to run a venturi forged with natural gas (I'm pretty sure). From a danger standpoint, I feel pretty safe with propane. I have an ESD built into my system as well in case of power failure. When it comes to blacksmithing, knifemaking, bladesmithing, and farriering - propane is the standard for gas forges. Cheers mate! Thanks for the comment.

[@kiddbrother3]

@@RedBeardOps after the main reg nat gas house line can be 7"wc ( = 1/4 psi) unless your running elevated pressure 1psi to 5psi

[@TheAbbott1986]

Could this idea work to build a powder coat oven obviously the oven doesn't need to reach forge temps

[@RedBeardOps]

Unless you rig up a solenoid and PID I don't think you'd have the temperature control required.

[@ebrisse]

Is the diagram still available? I tried the link but didn't see it. Maybe I missed it? Thanks, great video!

[@RedBeardOps]

Sorry man, I was not able to find them and never downloaded it myself.

[@smkyg]

just for info. no need the teflon tape for flare fitting. flare work differently than threaded pipe

[@planbuilduse5994]

Great explanation. Thanks!

[@RedBeardOps]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@elisoncorreadasilva4937]

Gostei muito Excelente vídeo Show parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏

[@RedBeardOps]

THanks!

[@drock5404]

If you're interested in a temperture control system, I'd be happy to offer some insight. I've worked in the industrial combustion business for 15 years and am currently unemployed. I need something to do!

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm good for now, but thanks for the offer! Cheers sir

[@ZackofAllTradesct]

Super helpful!!!

[@RedBeardOps]

Thanks Zack! Glad you got something out of this one! Have a great weekend.

[@vaughno8307]

Would this burner work for melting?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm not sure... probably?

[@CandSMINING]

Thanks for a great build. What is the max temp possible?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm not sure, but you could forge weld with it.

[@CandSMINING]

@@RedBeardOps I am building a foundry. I build a forge already That works well but is way to small to smelt brass, copper and aluminum. Thanks for a great video.

[@RedBeardOps]

@@CandSMINING I see. 10-4. Check out my forced air burner. I bet it can put out way more. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaWmiJWiYrZonNE - Glad you enjoyed it sir! Cheers

[@CandSMINING]

@@RedBeardOps Thanks, I'll check it out. Stay safe.

[@ZainStore]

Great job bro! but I have small Q for u bro! is there any standard length of flare pipe inside the tee?

[@RedBeardOps]

are you talking about a standard length of the mig tip inside the tee?

[@ZainStore]

@@RedBeardOps exactly bro

[@RedBeardOps]

@@ZainStore Well mine ended up working well without any modification to the mig tip or fitting. So the stock length may work for you as well. If your burner runs rich you can shave off a little bit of the mig tip (1/16'' at a time) and re-test. As you shave it back it should bring more air in. (If I remember right)

[@marctorrades1760]

Hi , would it burn with methane gas ?

[@RedBeardOps]

I'm not sure, haven't tried it. Good luck with your project!

[@darkosimic4499]

Im in the process of ordering the parts for this build, kinda difficult because I live in Europe. Is there a chance you can write the drill bit sizes because I'm trying to convert all of that to metric. Great video, thanks in advance

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey Darko, good luck with your build! Type "drill bit table" into google. Cheers.

[@MEKZfpv]

Hey darko, were you able to find all parts in EU. I am having a hard time. I am from the Netherlands. Hooe you have some tips. Or a list. Thanks in advance.

[@darkosimic4499]

@@MEKZfpv I did manage do male a burner but because of lack of materials I had to improvise. I would like to send you some fotos and explain more but I don't know how to do that over KZbin.

[@arlo957]

how well does this sear steak?

[@RedBeardOps]

Very good question... no idea... lol

[@مؤسسةوصف]

من فضلك اين تباع القطع الصغيره هل بمحلات متخصصه

[@RedBeardOps]

يمكنك شرائها عبر الإنترنت من متاجر السباكة.

[@bgrossinger]

So I built one of these to try and build a soft glass blowing furnace. I’m having issues with keeping the flame lit. It seams to want to blow itself out after awhile. Any help would be appreciated. B

[@RedBeardOps]

How large is your furnace? Are you using a flame holder (reducer) on the end of the burner? What size mig tip did you use? Did you use the exact size pipe fittings? Cheers sir!

[@bgrossinger]

Red Beard Ops yes i followed the instructions exactly and used the standard reducer. I just purchased the 3/4 to 1 inch reducer to try that on the tip but can’t get the old reducer off now lol. I used the .030 mig tip. My inner furnace dimensions are pretty small. About 10 inches front to back, 1.5 feet wide and 1.5 feet tall. I had the furnace going yesterday but it eventually jsut blows out the flame and won’t relight after about 20 minutes. Today I can’t get the thing to light up at all it just want to blow out. I tried reducing the air intake down to 3/4 with adapters to see if that would help but no luck. Could it be that I have the torch on a down angle? Thx B☮️

[@RedBeardOps]

@@bgrossinger No man, I don't think that's it. I would say that 18x18x10 isn't "small" , but with the reducer the forge should still be running. In your situation I would try to adjust the length of the mig tip by shaving off a little from the tip. Start small. Shave off around 1/16'' at a time and then re-test it. By shaving off the tip of the mig tip, you're effectively changing how much air the tip draws into the burner. Also these burners run at a fairly high pressure. Make sure you're sending it around 5-7 psi. Good luck sir! Let me know if any of that works.

[@bgrossinger]

Red Beard Ops I tried that didn’t work. I’m going to try the 3/4 in to one inch busing for the torch tip. Do you think the fact that I had the torch tip 1 inch inside the furnace is an issue? Should the tip of the torch head be flush with the inside wall of the furnace/forge wall? Lmk thx B☮️💪🤠

[@bgrossinger]

Also, what pressure do you run your propane regulator at? Thx B

[@mandocotton]

I keep getting fire coming out of the Tee. Any technical help would be appreciated

[@RedBeardOps]

Maybe your tip isn't log enough? IDK

[@RedBeardOps]

Dang, that's not right for sure! Maybe try a longer MIG tip to get it closer to the end of the burner? Just a thought. Be safe!

[@WthPpl-gt6gl]

My main concern is the gas flowing back when the tank starts running low. So my question is how can I ensure this doesn't happen? Check valve and a regulator or either one of the two?

[@RedBeardOps]

Hey J, I don't know the best solution, but when my tank runs low the burner just dies out.

[@WthPpl-gt6gl]

@@RedBeardOps thanks for getting back with me. I have a big torch and it takes forever to get to get the metal to temp lol

[@prometheus7504]

may have been said but dont use teflon tape or any other type of thread sealant on flare fittings if you will be building this

[@RedBeardOps]

Since completing this project I have heard the same!

[@prometheus7504]

@@RedBeardOps wasnt meant disrespectfully so I am glad you didnt take it that way . Great project btw =)

[@RedBeardOps]

@@prometheus7504 thank you! cheers sir

[@jordanhenson626]

Man I'm trying to build a burner, i have an entire drawer full of fittings and what not. I have a whole t pretty much set up but i cant get the ducking cap off the tip

[@RedBeardOps]

Good luck sir!

[@thermus]

BTUs? any idea about the power in BTUs or Kwh of the burner? thanks

[@RedBeardOps]

I have no idea! Sorry. You could probably forge weld with it though

[@trupyrodice4462]

Remember NPTF & NPT fittings do not share the same sizing chart as other fittings and although they screw together it should be noted that the fitting won’t be leak proof unless sealants or o-rings are used. A person could drive themselves insane if they don’t understand how to size and type a fitting -especially gas fittings. What’s 1/4’ for nptf isn’t 1/4’ for another fitting. For this application everything should be NPTF.

[@RedBeardOps]

Very confusing for sure...