Introduction to Glassworking Techniques
The Alpha delivers more flow at a low gas pressure producing the ideal glass working flame. Affordable and convenient, the Alpha is the only torch on the market today designed with your needs in mind.
Torch Selection Insights
Here’s what I’ve gathered talking to most lampworkers about these two torches: the Bravo is a great torch and works awesome, will hold usefulness for a good while. But nothing retains value like a gtt. Buy the lynx and when you decide to upgrade, you can resell the lynx for just about what you paid for it, assuming you take good care of it. I’d go lynx.
Equipment for Glassworking
- Gas for Lampworking: Lampworking most commonly uses propane for fuel.
- Equipment for Lampworking: A torch, glass rods, bench, mandrels, annealing kiln, and various tools are essential.
- Equipment for Glassblowing: The major tools used by a glassblower are the blowpipe, punty, bench, marver, blocks, jacks, paddles, tweezers, newspaper pads, and shears.
- Equipment for Glass Beads: The main equipment needed is a gas and oxygen fueled torch.
Lampworking Techniques
Lampworking is used to create smaller glass objects using a fixed directional flame to melt the glass, whilst using lampworking tools and gravity to shape the piece. Most torches can be used with natural gas instead of propane.
Conclusion
Lampworking is a versatile art form that allows for the creation of intricate glass objects using specialized tools and techniques.