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0386-1299 - TurboTorch TX-500 Pro Pak Extreme Self-Lighting Torch Kit

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OVERVIEW

Professional Grade Brazing and Soldering Performance

The TurboTorch TX-500 Pro Pak (0386-1299) represents the pinnacle of air-fuel torch technology, designed specifically for the rigorous demands of professional HVAC technicians, plumbers, and fabricators. At the core of this system is TurboTorch's proprietary Extreme Swirl Technology. Unlike conventional torches that simply mix gas and air, the Extreme series utilizes a helical rotor within the tip to create a high-velocity, swirling vortex of flame. This design maximizes heat transfer efficiency, allowing the flame to wrap around piping and fittings more effectively. The result is a significantly hotter flame that reduces brazing times and minimizes gas consumption, ensuring that professionals can complete jobs faster and more economically.

Versatility and Power

This Pro Pak is a comprehensive solution that includes the versatile TX-500 handle along with two distinct tips: the TX-504 and the T-503. The inclusion of multiple tips allows the user to adapt to various pipe sizes and heat requirements instantly. When using MAP-Pro gas, the system offers an impressive capacity range, capable of soft soldering copper tubing from 1/8 inch up to 4 inches and silver brazing up to 1-1/4 inches. Even when running on standard Propane (LP Gas), the torch maintains substantial power, handling soft solders up to 3 inches and silver brazes up to 1 inch. This dual-fuel capability provides flexibility in fuel sourcing and operational cost management without sacrificing the high-heat performance required for critical joints.

User-Centric Design and Safety

TurboTorch has engineered the TX-500 series with user convenience and safety as top priorities. The torch handle features a quick-disconnect coupling system, enabling operators to switch between the TX-504 and T-503 tips in seconds without the need for wrenches or additional tools. The integrated self-lighting trigger mechanism eliminates the need for external strikers or lighters, providing reliable, instant ignition with a single click. This feature is particularly valuable in tight, hard-to-reach spaces where managing a separate ignition source is difficult. The ergonomic design of the handle ensures comfort during extended use, reducing fatigue during large-scale installation projects. By combining high-output thermal dynamics with practical, rugged construction, the TurboTorch TX-500 Pro Pak stands as an essential tool for any serious tradesperson.

Additional Information
Brand:TurboTorch
Fuel Gas:Propane
Item:Plumber Torch
Packaging Description:pack-of-1
Torch Series:N/A
Fuel Compatibility:MAP-Pro, Propane, LP Gas
Technology:Extreme Swirl Technology
Ignition Type:Self-Lighting
Tip Connection:Quick Disconnect
Soft Solder Capacity (MAPP):1/8" to 4"
Silver Braze Capacity (MAPP):1/16" to 1-1/4"
Soft Solder Capacity (Propane):1/8" to 3"
Silver Braze Capacity (Propane):1/16" to 1"

INCLUDED

  • TurboTorch TX-500 Series Hand Torch Handle
  • TX-504 Extreme Self-Lighting Tip
  • T-503 Extreme Tip
  • Instruction Manual
  • Warranty Card

APPLICATIONS

  • HVAC Refrigerant Line Installation
  • Residential and Commercial Plumbing
  • Silver Brazing Copper Pipes
  • Soft Soldering Large Diameter Tubing
  • Light Fabrication and Metal Heating
  • General Maintenance and Repair

FAQ

The kit includes the torch handle, the TX-504 self-lighting tip, and the T-503 tip.

The TurboTorch TX-500 is compatible with both MAP-Pro (MAPP) and Propane (LP Gas).

Yes, the TX-500 series features a convenient self-lighting trigger for instant ignition.

When using MAP-Pro gas, it can silver braze up to 1-1/4 inch copper tubing.

Yes, the handle features quick-disconnect couplings for easy, tool-free tip changes.

It is a design that creates a swirling flame for higher heat transfer and faster brazing times.

Absolutely, it is designed specifically for the high heat requirements of HVAC brazing.

With Propane, the torch can soft solder copper tubing from 1/8 inch up to 3 inches.