Crafstman Oxy/Acet welding tip

Where 'online' did you look? Sears part number for the torch opens up Sears parts-ordering pages for most things Craftsman.

Yes, Sears torches are undoubtedly clones of some other torches, and any good welding store can fit you up with new tips. Try taking the torch in and asking. In Seattle, at least, there are lots of storefront dealers that can help.

Rather than "clones," they're usually made by some major company with its own brand, and then re-branded Craftsman. Sears has had plants making products exclusively for them but low-volume items like torches are typically just re-branded stuff.

Did you measure the threads to see if they're a Victor or other standard? Maybe Harris, but that wouldn't be within 12 years. They had some torches made by Dockson but that would be 50+ years ago.

-- Ed Huntress

Mine's at least 25 years old- haven't needed to replace anything yet (of course, it only gets occaisional use)

Dave

Have you checked the "O" rings/gaskets recently? That's a long time exposure to the elements.

Paul

The O-rings I see in the head are in good shape, haven't checked elsewhere.

What's the typ. age-related failure mechanism in the regulators?

Dave

Post to sci.engr.joining.welding and ask for Ernie. He's forgotten more about welding than the sum total the rest of humanity knows. The group is a great group for welding, too. Not many flame wars or politics. Subject to sporge lately, but it comes and goes. Lots of helpful fellers there.

Steve

Every Craftsman torch I have seen was made by Harris.

GWE

The torch you have was made by Harris. They have made Craftsman torches for a long long time. You can buy tips from Harris

What they sell is the blowpipe. Unscrew the old blowpipe from the brass base.

or from Goss.

Goss makes tips for everybody else's torches.