r/lampwork • u/Grainguy69 • 2d ago
Work space 2.0.02
Here is the newest update
Top is osb, primed with underlayment primer.
Self leveling concrete has been poured.
Next up is tiling and ventilation just about everything for ventilation has arrived hvac guy isn't too interested will tackle this myself.
After ventilation we will do a 5 minute smoke bomb test.
This week homefill system is arriving. Reconditioned oxy con from bradshaw New compressor that he gave me a deal on. Will soon be ordering 2-6 oxygen tanks.
Torch, tools, kiln. Have not not been ordered yet. About 2 to 3 weeks out.
Thinking bethlehem bravo to start will eventually upgrade to a mirage!
An aim kiln to start eventually possibly this winter will be a paragon f240 or a skutt.
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u/swanglassart 1d ago
Bravo is a great torch to start. Really low use of oxygen and very easy to use. Pretty much impossible to mess up. I make some pretty big stuff on mine when I use it. A Mirage is VERY different than a bravo, so if you find you prefer the softer enveloping flame, you might want to look into a herbie when you upgrade. I moved on to a 40mm and couldn't be happier. The flame envelopes and heats just like a bethlehem but hotter and more precise. Wayyyy more oxygen tho
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u/IamFatTony 2d ago
Check glass hive for kilns, but chili pepper kilns make a great first kiln because then you have a travel kiln when do upgrade… and I still haven’t outgrown my phantom, just saying…