FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PERI TORCHES HAVE MANY USES
With a Peri gas torch in your hand, you have a very precise form of instant heat that has an amazing number of uses. The concentrated spot heat created by the burning of gas under pressure means that you can create very high temperatures in very small spaces, so much so that even metals can be melted in tight spots.
Propane and Super-MAP torches are the most effective at creating high burning temperatures so brazing and light welding are no problem for these torches. Butane torches, on the other hand, burn at a lower temperature so these are good for soldering and great for use in the kitchen. Chefs in commercial kitchens are never without a Butane torch.
Key Features of PERI
Designed for NZ Tradies
Not just for home or DIY use, Tradies are well catered for in our premium range of Peri products.
Durable and Efficient
We source only the best and most efficient gas appliances from manufacturers around the world.
Family Owned and Operated
We are a family owned company and have been operating successfully in New Zealand since 1960.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use my torch with the gas fully open?
If you are brazing or welding, you will get a hotter flame with the gas fully open. However, when using butane products in the kitchen, it is often better to have a smaller flame, especially if you are using a larger torch, to avoid burning food while giving a finer control over using the torch.
My gas torch is heating up to red hot and melting the plastic on the torch. How do I prevent this?
This can happen if the gas is igniting inside the burner tube, instead of outside the tube in the open air. This will cause the burner tube to glow red hot and will damage the torch if it continues. This situation can occur if insufficient gas is coming out of the burner tube when it is ignited. In such cases, turn off the torch and allow it to cool. Then turn the gas full on and ignite as per the instructions.
I have lost the instructions that came with my torch. Where can I find a copy of these?
You can download instructions directly from this website. Just find the applicable torch on the products page where you will see a download button in the description.
How can I dispose of my used gas canister?
Most council refuse stations have the ability to safely dispose of these.
Can I connect my 9kg gas bottle to my Peri torch?
Yes, you can. A 9kg gas bottle will power your torch for much longer and at a cheaper cost but it will not burn as hot as Propane or Super-MAP gas. You will need our special adaptor PHTA to connect the bottle and torch.
Are Peri gas torches and gas cylinders compatible with other brands?
Yes, all Peri Gas Torch Heads and gas cylinders are compatible with all major gas tool brands.
Can I use Propane Gas with my Super Map Gas torch and vice versa?
All Peri torch heads can be used with either gas, however the Brass Torch Head (PBT-PK) should only be used for short periods when connected to Super Map Gas.
