Detroit Torch DHC2000 #1 Air-Acetylene Heating Tip

Master Body Leading and Soft Soldering

Take your Detroit Torch DHC2000 to the next level with the #1 Air-Acetylene Tip. If you work on classic cars or perform delicate plumbing tasks, you know that sometimes a standard welding flame is just too hot and focused. This #1 tip solves that problem by running on acetylene and the air around you—no oxygen tank required for the flame mix. The result is a bushy, soft flame that mimics the heat profile of an old-school plumber's torch but with the ergonomic control of your DHC2000 handle.

This tip is the secret weapon for body leading. When you are trying to paddle lead on a vintage fender, heat control is everything. Too much heat and the panel warps or the lead runs off; too little and the lead won't stick. The DHC2000-1 tip lands right in the sweet spot (400°F - 900°F), giving you the working time you need to sculpt perfection. It is also fantastic for sweating large copper pipes or soldering radiators where you need widespread, gentle heat rather than a piercing point.

Installation is simple: just swap it onto your DHC2000 torch handle like any other tip. Since it uses ambient air, you save on oxygen consumables while gaining a capability that most standard oxy-fuel setups can't match. Whether you are tinning a panel or performing low-temp brazing, this tip gives you the finesse required for professional results.