Acetylene Gas Alternative Addresses Shortage

Because the current shortage of calcium carbide in North America has reduced the acetylene supply, there has never been a better time to consider Praxair StarFlame™ C cutting fuel gas as a viable alternative to your acetylene fuel gas. If you are concerned about your acetylene supply and are looking for alternatives, consider StarFlame C:  

StarFlameTM C gas

  • Reduces fuel costs by up to 50%
  • Burns clean at an extremely high flame temperature
  • Eliminates torch backfire
  • Reduces handling and storage needs
  • Is stable and not sensitive to shock
  • Is non-toxic and odorized for detection

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Find out all of the ways Praxair can help you with your acetylene supply during the shortage by visiting the Praxair Website: Visit PraxairDirect.com.

This video demonstrates that conversion from acetylene is easy and worthwhile: StarFlame C takes the same regulator as propane and polypropylene, T grade hoses, and 2 piece tips (those that are used for propane and alternate fuels)

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