Gentec Compact Torches and Small Torches

[neddowerx]

Interested in a compact.

[aREa541]

Can we buy different tips from you for the compact? I know you can get shelbo tips for the little, is this true for the 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.

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!

[neddowerx]

Cool that answers my question you'll hear from me soon I just gotta see what my financial situation is looking like. Thanks.

[aREa541]

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!

[RamblezMarblez]

What does the #7 tip look like fired up? What can I use the twin tip for?

[aREa541]

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.

[crsaz]

Could you order me a #7 next time you order

[aREa541]

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.

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!

[Wilbur]

thanks agai for the number 7, timing couldn't have been better.

anyone who needs gentec anything, hit up eric.

[aREa541]

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.

[ellohellcj]

Will hit you up within the week for one of the new packs!

[BlackForestGlass]

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!

[aREa541]

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.

[Tsnider]

Do the gentec knobs stay on better? My smith has the knobs falling off at the worst times. It's getting really old

[ROGUE]

So what is included with the Compact kit for $155 now? The #7 and the twin tip?

[aREa541]

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.

Here is a pic of the new kit:

Do the gentec knobs stay on better? My smith has the knobs falling off at the worst times. It's getting really old

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.

[ROGUE]

Any Black Friday deals on that compact ;-)

[LooseSeal Baller]

yeah, what up?^

[aREa541]

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!

[ROGUE]

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 sent