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Interested in a compact.
Hey neddo, sorry for the delay in reponse. Yes, you can get different tips from me for the Compact, numbers 3-7, the twin tip, and the 4 hole. There are a couple other really tiny tips available for the Compact that run on acetylene only.Quote:
Originally Posted by neddowerx
I had a request for a #7 from another member on here, so I ordered myself one as well. The #7 is boss, I love this tip, and it now lives on my Compact.
As far as aftermarket tips, as this product is still pretty new to the glass market there are none available at this point, but there has been interest from a company to make an adapter that would make all Small Torch tips fit on the Compact handle.
Hope this answers all your questions, if not feel free to contact me!
Cool that answers my question :) you'll hear from me soon I just gotta see what my financial situation is looking like. Thanks.
Just wanted to give an update to all the members that have interest in a Compact kit. The Compact kits are currently on back order from the factory (they are waiting on hoses to finish the kits) and I expect to get them in mid November. I do have small kits in stock but those are going quick, so if you want one before mid November contact me and I can get you set up.
Also, I have worked out a deal with Gentec to change the Compact kit to include a #7 tip instead of the #4 it used to come with, along with the #6, 4 hole, and twin tip. The #7 is just a flat out baller tip, and I wanted to be able to offer this with the kits I sell to better serve the glass blowing community. The kits with the #7 will be an exclusive to me and the stores I sell to, so holler if you want the new and improved Compact kit!
What does the #7 tip look like fired up? What can I use the twin tip for?
The #7 is similar to the #6 but can go slightly larger, while still getting small pinpoint lasers. It handles higher pressures really well for a stock tip, easy to light and stays lit well.
The twin tip has bendable tubes so you can position the two tips to crossfire how you want. It has really small ports, so it would be best for very small detail work where you want to heat all around an area of glass evenly at once. I honestly never use it though.
Could you order me a #7 next time you order
Yeah man, I will add it to this growing order I have with them that is waiting on hoses from the factory. I talked to them today to check the status, and they told me the container is supposed to arrive on the 21st. Little longer than I had hoped or expected so I apologize to the people who are waiting.Quote:
Originally Posted by crsaz
I am also now sold out of the Small Torch kits, so the Gentec shop is closed until this order hits my door. If anybody needs a Small Torch, you can contact Phyllis at Trev's, Kinich at Cornerstone, or Glasscraft should have some as well. I will update this thread as soon as I get the shipment. If anyone is interested special ordering any product from Genetc, do not hesitate to contact me and I will add it to this order.
Thanks for all your support!
thanks agai for the number 7, timing couldn't have been better.
anyone who needs gentec anything, hit up eric.
No problem Will, it was good meetin up the other day. Liked that tool you showed me that you got for finishing up small tubes, might have to go swoop one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wilbur
Will hit you up within the week for one of the new packs!
So here's my question, gentec compact or small torch with a hornet tip(since it only fits the small I believe)? Trying to decide which torch to go with, thanks for the help!
The new Compact kits with the #7 tip are now in stock! Message me if you would like to scoop one up.
The shipment with the Small torch kits is on the way, I expect it anytime from today til Monday of next week depending on how Thanksgiving effects shipping times.
Do the gentec knobs stay on better? My smith has the knobs falling off at the worst times. It's getting really old
So what is included with the Compact kit for $155 now? The #7 and the twin tip?
The Compact kit is the same, just has the #7 swapped out for the #4 that was previously included. So in total you get a #6, #7, 4 hole tip, and the twin tip.Quote:
Originally Posted by ROGUE
Here is a pic of the new kit:
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I have never had a problem with the knobs falling off on my Gentecs. Maybe others could chime in with their experience though, I am only one person.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tsnider
Any Black Friday deals on that compact ;-)
yeah, what up?^
No Black Friday deals, but I will be doing a Small Business Saturday deal!
Saturday and Sunday, Compact kits will be $140+shipping, and Small kits will be $100+shipping!
Sweet! You got a deal! I'm gonna get one of those compact kits from ya. PM sentQuote:
Originally Posted by aLLsTyLEs541
I want a Compact kit. Sign me up for a Small Business Saturday deal too! PM sent.
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Gentec Compact Kits are back in stock! Small Kits are available as well!
Love my compact! Don't hesitate to buy from Eric, he's a stand up guy, plus these will not blow out even while using a small flame :)
Love my gentec for fuming... been using it to make some honeycombs and it fumes a lot nice than my phantom seems to...
Mutiny glass works on facebook has a pretty nice stand for it... i had to pry open the mouth a little bit to get it to fit the torch i have but after that it works fine. Not sure i can say its worth $35 though, it seems like all harbor freight type parts... also it would be nice if they were a bit longer... i'll probalby just buy some pieces from harbor freight and make it bigger.
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You have any of these for sale right now?
I have one of each in stock, next order should be here end of next week.Quote:
Originally Posted by davedude
I'll take a compact.
Do you carry replacement hoses for these torches?
PM'd about buying a compact kit. Hope to hear from you soon.
how much to ship to Adelaide, South Australia, 5000.. :) compact.
PM'ed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ybot
Everyone else: I have 2 Compacts and 4 Small Torches in stock. Hit me up if you wanna scoop one of these last torches in this shipment.
We need a compact, and a replacement hose for our little torch if you have it
Doing business with allstyles / eric was great. Keeps in contact even after receiving payment which I appreciate. Wouldnt hesitate to do more business with eric again...
Eric, do you sell gentec gas savers? Price?
Do they only make one model?
Do they make a mini version for the small/compact?
What pressure are the compact hoses rated for?
Whats gentecs website? My google search provided a lot of different gentec brands.
Doing business with Eric was great. I have one problem i need help with though, (has nothing to do with Eric).
So i was super pumped to use my compact for the first time at the studio yesterday. I have a redmax and i bought a set of y's from Mountain Glass, so i could run my compact off the quick connects i use when renting time at my local shop. When i went to light my torch, it wouldn't light. It was blowing propane out of the torch, but it wouldn't light (this goes for both my redmax both big and little and the compact torch). Whatever was coming out of the torch just blew the flame from my lighter out of the way. After switching stations it still continued. I finally took off the Y and went straight to my redmax and it worked just fine.
Does anyone have any idea what could be wrong with my Y's or IDK WTF is going on. PLEASE HELP!
Thanks guys, I appreciate the support.
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Originally Posted by suzuki479
Hey Ben, I don't carry gas savers in my usual stock but I can order them when I get my shipments. I am actually doing a reorder today or Monday, so if people have special requests let me know.
Gas savers run $100, there are two models I believe - one for propane and one for acetylene use. I actually just got one for my lathe but have yet to run it. They do not make a a mini version for the Small or Compact, but they might be heavy enough to work on the normal one (I will report back when I find out on mine).
That is a good question. I have not come across that number in any of the literature I have, I will try to speak with their tech dept. and see if they know. I do know the OG Compact user Vertigo runs his at like 65 or 70 psi and have not heard of him having issues, but if he sees this maybe he will chime in if he has any input.Quote:
Originally Posted by suzuki479
Yeah, they have a real issue with that. I have had numerous calls because people cannot find their website. The company is actually named Genstar Technologies but goes by Gentec... along with what seems to be 20 other companies in differing industries. The website is: http://www.genstartech.com/ They are a huge company with their hands in many different sectors, you want to click on the "Industrial" tab to get to the gear we mainly have interest in.Quote:
Originally Posted by suzuki479
Last call for any special order requests on Gentec items. Examples of things I can get you all at great prices: hoses (both the small micro torch size and regular T grade in 1/4" and 3/8"), tips, regulators, quick connects, flashback arrestors, gas savers, welding outfits, etc. I can also get you fittings at a great price but they must be ordered in bulk (minimum of 10 per item).
I am making the reorder tomorrow morning so I must have requests by then.
Thanks for all the support TMP members, you guys rock!
How much are 8' and 12' lengths of the micro hose? How about a tip equivalent to the smith #5?
12' replacement hoses are $40, 8' I will have to check on for you.Quote:
Originally Posted by duh
The Gentec Small Torch #5 tip is equivalent to the
Smith #5. I can do Small Torch tips for $15.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Also, my reorder should be here Monday. I ordered 9 Compact kits, but have since compiled a waiting list of 7 wanting one. So, if you want a Compact holler at me soon, or it will have to wait for the next order which I will be making early next week.
can you get inline oxy regulators?
Yes, I can. Let me get some quotes tomorrow, and I will shoot you that info.Quote:
Originally Posted by ahreno