Lincoln Electric Port A Torch KH990 (Unboxing, Setup, Test and Unbiased Review)

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video I unbox, set up, test and give an unbiased review about the Lincoln Electric Port A Torch KH990. My favorite thing about this welder is its cutting power and simultaneous portability. The hardware is great since it's made by Harris. It comes with a cutting tip. Just so you know it does not come with full tanks so you will have to get your oxygen and acetylene filled at your local welding supply company. I did not have any trouble getting my oxygen tank exchanged even though it was missing a US dot number. While I love using this torch for cutting I prefer my MIG welder for welding. There is quite the learning curve when it comes to welding but this is a great starter kit if you are interested in learning how to weld. Even a professional welder may appreciate the portability of it since it's light and easy to carry across rough terrain. It has its own carrying case, an oxygen hose and an acetylene hose as well. Keep in mind that you will have to get the oxygen and acetylene tanks refilled much more often than the big tanks but they are lighter. I found out that it's a good idea to only turn the acetylene about 1/2 turn. However, many experienced welders suggest opening the oxygen valve all the way open. In terms of the regulators I set my oxygen pressure around 20 and my acetylene around 7 or so. Anyway, if you have any questions let me know. As always thanks for watching and please subscribe for more of my tool and welding product reviews. #torch #welder #LincolnElectric

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@jodystrickland9150 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought this set today for brazing. Thank you so much for posting this review

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@AllAmericanBeaner68 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, just bought this and thanks for the strap recommendation too!

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@HadesMiscreant Жыл бұрын

Just got one,thanks for the info! 👋

@RayStein Жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy it. The hardware is amazing. Just remember you can always upgrade to bigger tanks at your local gas shop on your next refill if you ever feel like it doesn't last long enough. It's great for portability but not long lasting with the tank size.

@ralphlopez3379 4 жыл бұрын

I can see that you can't weld to save your life. But hey at least you are trying. First of all for welding you are using a cutting torch. Use the welding tips for that 1/4" a number 4 tip is good. Heat up the welding surface until it gets red hot just enough to melt the surface then you introduced the welding rod. I set my welding tanks to 40 psi. for the oxygen and 10 psi. for the acetylene. That's just for welding. Keep burning my friend.

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am terrible at welding. I need to take some classes. That may not even work. I may need a master like Mr. Miyagi from Karate Kid only if he were a welding master. Thanks for the tips. I need any I can get right now.

@rossy83 3 жыл бұрын

At first I skimmed the comments looking for an answer I thought this was a bit harsh. Then I watched the video and oof, point taken. Thanks For the video anyway ray. I think it showed me I should probably just buy the torch kit and get some bigger bottles.

@abibodlogistics 4 жыл бұрын

Please when using all these compressed gas cylinders always install the safety devices,that is the flash back arrestors on both the regulators and the torch end,this is very very important .

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Very true. I also learned that it's a good idea to get bigger tanks when you go to refill. The tanks do not get filled all the way and quit working before they are completely empty. When the acetylene gets low you can have flash back so don't run it when the acetylene gets low.

@jubbungle1 9 ай бұрын

Great review dude

@RayStein 8 ай бұрын

Very true. Thanks!

@UOttawaScotty 3 жыл бұрын

This video was wonderful, thank you.

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@henryng439 3 жыл бұрын

detailed explanation of the torch

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I was hoping to help people who need repair parts for the torch.

@anibapu4415 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@cmercado317 Жыл бұрын

thank you

@RayStein Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks!

@joseolguin4738 6 ай бұрын

The refill is. $103 now in vegas

@RayStein 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info.

@BetoDeNiro6 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and explanation, man! How many cuts can you get from one fill? I have a 2 7/8s pipe cutting project. Need to cut about 12times.

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

The torch gas does not last very long but it will do 12 cuts for sure.

@downeastoutdoors8713 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, i am torn between this kit or the miller tag a long TL550 they look similar i do know that. Im not familiar with who rebrands etc if anyone knows any infornation like that i would love to hear your opinion on this kit vs the miller mentioned above. Im most going to be using it for a heat/cutting source for automotive type applications i dont see myself using it for welding too much. Really enjoyed the video :)

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

I use it for exactly what you are. The two kits are almost exactly the same. You could go with either one and be fine. Lowes sells the Lincoln Electric so you can see it / return it if you have any problems.

@downeastoutdoors8713 3 жыл бұрын

@@RayStein thanks for the suggestion!

@JoseGarcia-sy3ss 4 жыл бұрын

Hello, how long does your gas and oxygen last? How many cuts can u make per set of tanks? Also is there a limit on how long you can use it before having to give it a “break” because of the acetone?

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

I have run my Port a Torch for an hour so far but am almost out of Acetylene. I still have a lot of Oxygen. Honestly, I have no regrets. I used to dread the idea of cutting with Oxy-Acetylene torches because the tanks were too big and heavy to lug around. Now it's fun because I can get to remote areas in my yard and cut stuff I would have never cut with the big tanks. I am actually thinking it's better to have 2 of each small tanks rather than one big Oxygen and one big Acetylene tank. I wont cut indoors because I don't want ash all over my garage. With that said, if you run the torch all day in a specially ventilated garage I would go with big tanks but I would still buy the Port a Torch because I love the Harris tips. I'd just switch my small tanks for bigger ones if volume becomes an issue. It cuts through metal really fast though so I don't feel the need for bigger tanks yet. Thanks for the comment!

@JoseGarcia-sy3ss 4 жыл бұрын

Ray Stein hey thanks for replying. Was just wondering because of the 1/7th rule. That u can only use 1/7th of the tanks capacity per hour before having to give it a break. Just wondering how u dealt with that

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

@@JoseGarcia-sy3ss I take turns using my Dewalt Reciprocating saw, my Dewalt grinder and my Port a Torch. I save the torch for the cuts the other two can't handle. I do demolition so I always have something else to cut or break apart while the tank rests. I use the tool for short periods of time. I must admit though I have violated the 1/7th rule when I'm heating something up before bending. I just pay close attention to my flow and turn it off if I notice my flow rate decrease. With that said, safety is the most important thing when welding. I'm so glad you brought that up. I'll ask the guys at the gas store the next time I'm there and post their advice. I have a feeling they are going to tell me to use bigger tanks! Thanks for the comment because you may have saved a few of us on that one.

@lhzav 4 жыл бұрын

Ray Stein what did they say? Could you buy two more tanks and swap them out? One cools while you use the other?

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

@@lhzav I've been told it's best to get larger tanks. They will exchange them no questions asked. I told them I wanted potability so they said I should consider medium sized tanks or a cart for larger tanks. I'm getting a cart and will see what sizes are actually available versus how much weight I'm willing to cart around.

@hectoro-martinez5955 3 жыл бұрын

?did the tanks have all the serial markings and numbers, like that they can be refil ,plase let me know .Hector say hello from mississippi

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

The tanks have the numbers. They refilled them for me but I went to a welding store.

@dannyboyd1299 2 жыл бұрын

You're awesome

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@beardedgaming3741 2 жыл бұрын

i just bought this kit from northern tool. i was a bit annoyed that hte tanks come empty

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. The tanks empty out pretty quick too. I'm getting bigger tanks the next time I fill up.

@robertsneed3 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this is a nice set, where did you purchase it from. Thanks for sharing

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

Lowes sells it. I will say I love the hardware but I recommend getting larger tanks on your first refill if possible.

@chayzarate154 3 жыл бұрын

Home Depot sells them too, it all depends tho, not every single store carries the same items as others

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

My small oxygen and acetylene tanks lasted 2 weeks. I had no problems with the gages. Also, they sell adapters if need be.

@PursueAndObtainKnowledge 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought this kit and nothing comes out of the oxygen bottle Do you have to activate it?

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

They don't tell you on the box but the tanks have to be filled at your local gas welding store.

@Hubjeep Жыл бұрын

2:06 AIRPLANE!

@RayStein Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rickskeptical 4 жыл бұрын

I know it is almost a year later but it cost me $73 for both tanks here in TX

@RayStein 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to get bigger tanks for mine and use the hardware that came with it. That hardware is as good as any expensive model. I guess the price of oxygen and acetylene depends on various factors. Some places charge more than others where I live. (Pittsburgh)

@lucasellyson6872 3 жыл бұрын

You mean 73$ to fill them? Or to buy them

@rickskeptical 3 жыл бұрын

@@lucasellyson6872 Thanks. To fill them. The small tanks lasted about 2 hours of off and on cutting. I got the opportunity to exchange them in for large tanks. Cost was $120 for the large tanks but they are well over twice the amount of fuel.

@19wael96 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! I just bought this kit and I got the bottles refilled. My question is how long do the bottle contents last? I started using the torch today and I tested my cutting attachment which was maximum 5 mins and I did some welding which was around 15 mins total. now my Acetylene was at 200 psi and now it's less than 100, What's going on? How long do the tanks last when you use them?

@RayStein Жыл бұрын

The small tanks do not last long enough in my opinion. This is because a small amount of unused gas must be maintained. My tanks lasted about the same time that you mentioned. I am getting bigger tanks on my next refill. The only problem is the bigger the tanks the harder it gets to move so I'm looking into getting a torch cart.

@EM-eh1pg Жыл бұрын

@@RayStein Glad this exchange took place... I think I'm gonna use my small tanks to actually make a tank cart so when I do go and swap out for larger tanks I'll already have the cart...lol. Thanks guys.

@WHEREVER-I-ROAM 11 ай бұрын

@@EM-eh1pg and use the 125 titanium welder to stick it together

@juniormartinez4470 2 жыл бұрын

Could this be used for brazing for hvac stuf

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. It would work great for that. Just use the appropriate tip.

@lee-yz6ze 2 жыл бұрын

Try holding the tip closer to the metal your cutting maybe? Don't directly touch it to the metal tho

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll take any welding advice I can get. My metal never sticks for some reason.

@myke_bota7590 2 жыл бұрын

Do these tanks have expiry dates?

@RayStein 2 жыл бұрын

Great question with a complicated answer. The numbers on the side tell when they were made and tested. When you go to refill them the gas companies read the numbers. If there are any issues they make you exchange the tanks or buy new ones but they last a long time. (Between 5-10 years on average)

@mr.techaky7655 3 жыл бұрын

Your technique (or the lack there of) hurts me greatly... But at least you're trying.

@RayStein 3 жыл бұрын

L.O.L. I am so bad at welding. My welds are about as strong as cheap glue but the torch does cut quite well.

@mr.techaky7655 3 жыл бұрын

@@RayStein Your video inspired me to get one myself. They are very nice, now I have a big one for the shop n' a small one to pack around. Also, hehe, I'm no gas welder either. But always room to learn! :)