Our G-Tec TB-60 is the same overall size as the TB-125. Their gas flow differs and that sets the amount of torches it can handle as well as the size of the flame.
G-TEC Torch Boosters replace acetylene, propane and other fuel gas cylinders. They connect to your low-pressure utility natural gas pipe and boost pressure high enough to make gas flow through a flashback arrestor check valve and give you a hot flame on the torch.
- Never run out of fuel.
- Clean natural gas flame improves work quality.
- Don't waste time changing empty cylinders.
- Make flashback arrestors effective.
Natural gas is 10 times cheaper than acetylene and half the cost of propane.
G-TEC offers a lower cost advantage over fuel cylinders. For equal BTUs natural gas costs much less than either acetylene or propane, and because you are connected to the utility natural gas pipe you never have to replace empty cylinders.
Turn the Torch Booster on in the morning and off at the end of the day and that's all you need to do. Torch Boosters automatically supply the right amount of natural gas, no adjustments are needed during the day.
G-TEC boosts utility natural gas to 25 psi, then a natural gas regulator (sold separately) lowers pressure to between 3 and 7 psi, the recommended pressure for most bench torches. The TB-30 and TB-60 models provide the sustained higher pressures needed for casting torches. You can even boost the pressure to 10-15 psi to cast platinum with high-quality results. Platinum casters report better results when heating with natural gas; there is less stress on the metal, less porosity and an overall better quality cast.
Torch Boosters are whisper-quiet and can be installed right next to your bench.
Safe.
If your torch is connected to the utility natural gas pipe, OSHA and local fire codes require you to use combination flashback arrestor check valves to protect the gas meter from a torch flashback.
The problem is that flashback arrestor check valves need at least 3/4 psi gas pressure to work properly, otherwise they block gas flow.
With high pressure natural gas from a G-TEC Torch Booster there is enough pressure to make the flashback arrestor check valve work properly, and still provide a robust flame on the torch.
G-TEC Torch Boosters are certified by CSA International. For NYC installations, please contact Gesswein for help with FDNY regulations. You'll be glad to know that the NYC Fire Dept. has given blanket approval for G-TEC TB-15 and TB-30 Torch Boosters for installation anywhere in New York City.
Quiet and easily maintained.
G-Tec recommends that the maintenance kit, 830-0827, be purchased to keep your Torch Booster running without issue. The manufacturer recommends the parts included in this kit be changed out once a year or every 2,000 hours (whatever comes first). The parts includes in this kit are a Filter Drier, 1/3 PSI Backflow Check Valve, and a 30 PSI Pressure Limiting Check Valve. Note, Prices subject to change on this Kit without Notice G-TEC Torch Boosters run in virtual silence and have a very small footprint. Can be easily installed by a licensed plumber in any facility. Requires about 45 minutes downtime per year for preventive maintenance. Complete instructions are included.
| Brand | G-TEC |
| Country of Origin | United States of America |
| Dimensions | 20" x 18" x 16" |
| Model | TB-60 |
| Use | 1-6 torches |
