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I use the superfire 2 but prefer the ts7000 its a more controlled flame
 
See if got a superfire 2 but the flame is too big , iv tried using turbo extreme torch... Seems pretty good to be honest..
Superfire 3 out now aswel
 
I just went to look up our sales of torches to see what was moving.

Was gob-smacked to find that the Superfire 2 had only sold a few hundred! What's going on?

Then I remembered the Rothenberger "hot-bag" promotion which included an SF2 torch. Phew - a nice large 4 figure number. :)

Aaaaaandddd, relaxxxxxx. :)
 
Killy Bing said:
Do you stock the tips that have been mentioned ray?
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We list a whole range of Superfire bits and pieces KB, but none of them sell more than a few dozen. The basic torch in its standard configuration sells many thousands.
 
Can u locate c type tip? Every one can get b type but c went out of production or out of supply? I will buy 10 c type for £0.01 each please??
 
I bought a Go System torch from eBay - similar design to the Rothenburger, but cheaper and probably ok for occasional DIY use. Gets hotter than my old butane torch!
 
Superfire2. I had the Bullfinch one for a while but it was poorly constructed and fell apart after a few months.
 
Bernzomatic all day long. American I believe and part of the irwin tools group.
 
Ermintrude said:
Really? Will get a picture of ones I mean, the tips are battered as had them for years and years and years .
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[DLMURL="http://www.rothenberger.com.au/cgi-bin/object/catalogue.pl?mode=get_product_by_product_category&brand=&product_category_id=32&rothen_rothenbergerproduct-order_by=display_order&rothen_rothenbergerproduct-page=1&rothen_rothenbergerproduct-view=211&rothen_rothenbergerproduct-viewing=1"]Rothenberger Australia PTY LTD - Product Catalogue[/DLMURL]

and,i might incur the wrath of ray posting this one

Rothenberger swirl flame burner & jet
 
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As just about everyone has said sf2 cracking bit of kit the guy I served my time with said it wouldn't last long, some people just won't change with the times.
 
Yep u see the one marked E that's the one have a few in van it mostly all goners
 
No brainer - Superfire 2, if it broke or got nicked, I would just go buy another.
 
I had a benzomatic and it fell apart in about 3 months. I generally get about 18 months out of a SF2.
 
Seivert Metal Jet - also known as SuperFire 3 in USA and Aus.

Far better than a SF2
 
Mike Jackson said:
I had a benzomatic and it fell apart in about 3 months. I generally get about 18 months out of a SF2.
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Uou must have got a lemon then mike. Mines 3 years old at least. Been dropped and knocked off stuff and kicked about loads. Still going strong.

Better nozzle and better control and better price

Absolute no brainer. I would defo replace with same
 
Where is the cheapest place to get a super fire 2?

Also to use it on a sievert gas bottle you need an adaptor I'm sure, how much are they does anyone know? Or is there another brand/type gas bottle that you don't need an adaptor for?
 
Bhoydavid said:
Where is the cheapest place to get a super fire 2?

Also to use it on a sievert gas bottle you need an adaptor I'm sure, how much are they does anyone know? Or is there another brand/type gas bottle that you don't need an adaptor for?
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No you don't mate. A Roth MAPP or propane goes straight on. You're thinking of the British Gas power jet that would need an adaptor to fit a standard bottle.
 
Ermintrude said:
Crossings. £40
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Do they have a site mate?
Mickyplumb said:
No you don't mate. A Roth MAPP or propane goes straight on. You're thinking of the British Gas power jet that would need an adaptor to fit a standard bottle.
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Right cheers for that. Just I've seen people needing an adaptor of some sort but was always sure it was rothenberger though maybe a quick fire and not a superfire? Or am I completely wrong lol
 
use benzomatic and sf2 over last few years. prefer the benzo inside, smaller nozzle and better control. but sf2 has been a good un as well, much in the mould of ronnie barkers broom :) only issue I have is that flux seems to rot out the handles in the end.
 
Bhoydavid said:
Where is the cheapest place to get a super fire 2?

Also to use it on a sievert gas bottle you need an adaptor I'm sure, how much are they does anyone know? Or is there another brand/type gas bottle that you don't need an adaptor for?
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Sievert is the same gas bottle as the primus 2000
you need an adapter to connect a primus 2000 to a superfire 2, it'll cost you around £14, a ripoff imo

btw, both a refill bottle and a disposable bottle cost roughly the same price, but you get more gas in a disposable.
 
TBServices said:
Bernzomatic is essentially the same as the SF2 but comes with a better nozzle as standard and is cheaper.
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The superfire is just a trademarked name, it is made by Bernzomatic, Rotenburger do not make or manufacture tools, they license tools from others who do and in the case of the SF, slap on £20 - £40 extra.

If anyone likes the superfire, then buy it from the company that makes it and save yourself some dosh.
 
Ill get back to you Simon, it does have a manufacturer number which corresponds to 3 different brands.
 
It is BenzTS7000 and BenzTS8000.

Don't get the lesser model sold by Screwfix @ 50 quid as it has no adjustment screw and thus is useless for Plumbers and is a rip off price anyway.
 
SimonJohns said:
I found the ts8000 for £54
For 84. I can get
Sf2
Map gas
Tool bag
Roth grips

Why would I spend £54+delivery
Roth will get my money everytime
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That is the model above the SF, the TS7000 is the one you want to look at if you want a direct comparison (better burn tip on the Benz), get them for £40 delivered, Mapp is £10 a can, the bag and grips aren't worth owning.
 
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The weak point on them all is the safety fracture groove, i would prefer them not to have it, they are not a requirement in Britain due to our pressure receptacle regulations.

I was meaning SF2 btw.
 
I'm an SF2 man with the sf nozzle on.
When you've destroyed the sf2 you can get a spares kit to change the igniter, all the buttons and adjustment nozzle and filters for about £25.
 
Ch4 plumbing said:
I'm an SF2 man with the sf nozzle on.
When you've destroyed the sf2 you can get a spares kit to change the igniter, all the buttons and adjustment nozzle and filters for about £25.
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Yeah but if the SFG goes you have had it anyway, makes more sense to just buy a new one that has a warranty.
 
SimonJohns said:
We must be from different parts of the country because I just don't understand your way of talking. Sorry
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In America, 23 states (out of 50) require in their code, a safety fracture groove in torches sold to public.

I have had a few drinks bud, not sure which bit i am getting wrong?
 
Gas said:
Yeah but if the SFG goes you have had it anyway, makes more sense to just buy a new one that has a warranty.
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Other then parts wearing out I've not had any problems, what problems have you had Gas?
 
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