The Scorpion
by Glass Torch Technologies
for Glass Lampworkers, Beadmakers,
Flameworkers, Glassblowers and Marblemakers

The Scorpion uses the mighty Cricket as the center fire for this 2 stage standard
torch. The Cricket is well known for its efficiency on a 5 LPM concentrator and the
great ability to work both soft glass and borosilicate glass with ease. The Scorpion
has an 8 jet outer fire using our new patent pending 100% surface mix design that
optimizes the available oxygen. The Scorpion makes the flame size of larger torches
with fewer jets, owing the phenomenal performance to the newest GTT innovations in
jet design.
The Scorpion produces flame sizes from a 2" pinpoint flame for detail work up to
a flame of 1.25" wide and 16" long for wide beads and solid borosilicate work up
to 3" in diameter. The Scorpion has excellent flame characteristics for soft glass
and borosilicate glass that makes working easy and enjoyable. The colors of soft
glass are easy to maintain and strike when necessary without burning or boiling.
Borosilicate glass is easily worked by the penetrating heat of the Scorpion without
waiting for the glass to get to working temperature. The Scorpion can completely
melt through 3/4" solid borosilicate rod in 1 minute!
The Scorpion is available in a 2 stud or 4 stud version to optimize any setup. The
2 stud is used when the fuel and oxygen come from a single source (or concentrators
"Y"ed together), and when there is no desire to use a foot pedal now or in the future.
The 4 stud allows for the most flexibility for any setup to be run. The primary
use is for a foot pedal to be used to turn the outer fire on and off with the outer
fire valves preset to the desired setting. Also the 4 stud can make use of different
oxygen sources such as a concentrator on the center fire and tanked oxygen on the
outer fire. In this situation the fuel will be "Y"ed together at the torch for simplicity.
The 2 stud and 4 stud Scorpion both work identically in function, the only change
is the way the fuel and oxygen are supplied to the torch. A foot pedal is NOT required
for a 4 stud torch, the hoses can be "Y"ed back together to use a single fuel source
and a single oxygen source with the option to use a foot pedal in the future.
The Scorpion was designed with concentrators, low pressure and low consumption in
mind. The Scorpion runs great on one 10 LPM concentrator or two 5 LPM concentrators
with the optimal setup being two 8 LPM concentrators or tanked oxygen. Oxygen consumption
is 11 LPM (22 CFH) at the maximum flame size. It requires as low as ¼ psi to 5 psi
of natural gas or propane with a low consumption rate of 1.5 LPM (3 CFH) at the maximum
flame size.
You need the following studio equipment to use this torch:
- Oxygen Regulator - Prices are below
- Propane Regulator - Prices are below
- Hose - Prices below details and setup
- Oxygen and Propane Tanks - details
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| Order# |
Description |
Price |
| Scorpion2s |
The Scorpion - 2 Stud - Out Of Stock |
$780
|
| Scorpion4s |
The Scorpion - 4 Stud -
Out Of Stock |
$780
|
*Four Port torches are used when you want to use a foot pedal. If you don't have a
foot pedal now but want the option to use one later than you can temporarily
plumb the 4 port to a 2 port using a little hose and a pair of Y connectors.
Torch Face
Gas Equipment
for lampworkers, Glass Beadmakers and Glassblowers
Click Here to see our Oxygen Concentrators (Oxygen Generators)
Gas Regulators
Two regulators are required when you use a two gas, (oxygen and propane) torch.
They fit between the gas tanks and the gas hose.
None are needed if you are using the Hot Head torch. Oxygen Regulator is
not needed if you are using an Oxygen Concentrator.
| Item# |
Description |
Price |
|
OXYGEN REGULATOR
Two gauge. One Stage - Click Here for information about regulators, about OUR regulators and warranty.
Inlet CGA 540. Outlet male "B" fitting.
Order Number REB93
| List Price: $85 Our Low Price:$69.00
 |
|
FUEL GAS REGULATOR - Propane, Propylene, or Acetylene
Two gauge. One Stage - Click here for information about regulators, about OUR regulators and warranty.
Inlet CGA 510. Outlet male "B" fitting.
Order Number REB11
| List Price: $85 Our Low Price:$69.00
 |
| Item# |
Description |
Price |
|
OXYGEN REGULATOR
Two gauge. Two Stage - Click Here for information about regulators, about OUR regulators and warranty.
Inlet CGA 540. Outlet male "B" fitting.
Order Number 35125540
| Price: $195.00
 |
|
FUEL GAS REGULATOR - Propane, Propylene, or Acetylene
Two gauge. Two Stage - Click here for information about regulators, about OUR regulators and warranty.
Inlet CGA 510. Outlet male "B" fitting.
Order Number 3515510
| Price: $195.00
 |
Gas Hoses

Use this
hose when you use a two gas torch (oxygen and propane) like a Minor Burner.
To attach torch, push the cut ends onto the torch and secure with a hose clamp. These
hoses have two attached hoses, one for oxygen and one for propane. The brass end
of the hoses are attached to the gas regulators. Propane hose fittings are left handed threads and colored red and oxygen is right handed
and colored green - This prevents a mix-up when attaching hoses.
CAUTION
Do not use the easy to find oxygen/acetylene type hoses. The propane gas
will rot them. The hoses we sell are made for all types of gas including
propane. Hose ends have female brass fittings.
Y - Connectors for Hose

Y Connector -
Connect this fitting at the output of the regulator and attach two hoses so you can use two torches from the same tank.
Oxygen and propane Y are packaged and priced separately.
Y Connector with valves - Same as the Y connector described above except has two on/off valves, one for each hose.
| Item# |
Description |
Output end is a |
Input end is a |
Price |
| 101 |
Y hose connector (oxygen) |
hose (B fitting) |
Oxygen regulator |
$19.50
|
| 102 |
Y hose connector (propane) |
hose (B fitting) |
Propane regulator |
$19.50
|
| 101V |
Y hose connector with valve (Oxygen) |
hose (B fitting) |
Oxygen regulator |
$32.50
|
| 102V |
Y hose connector with valve (Propane) |
hose (B fitting) |
Propane regulator |
$32.50
|
* The FA30 connects between the regulator and the gas hose and is more commonly used.
Flashback Arrestors

In some rare situations, a flame can travel back down a hose to the gas tank and cause an explosion.
This device helps prevent this reverse gas flow and flashback by using a reverse flow check valve and a flame arrestor.
Packaged and priced with both an oxygen and a propane arrestor.
Note: Flashback arrestors have an arrow stamped on it to indicate the gas flow direction.
Works in only one direction.

A2 optional,
not always need and are not included.
* The FA30 connects between the regulator and the gas hose and
is more commonly used. Requires B size fittings on hose.
ALL IN ONE - 4 in 1
Combination Flashback Arrestor and Quick-Connect - Item# QDF30 - $79.00
Four Functions in a single item. Shorter and less expensive than if purchased separately.
- A flashback arrestor
- A quick connect and disconnect
- An automatic shutoff valve
- An internal reverse flow check valve all
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Hose Quick Connects

Makes an easy job out of disconnecting and reconnecting your torch.
Disconnect your torch switching to a different torch or to put it away for safe keeping.
Great for quick classroom set up and take down.
| Item# |
Description |
Input end is a |
Output end is a |
Price |
| QDB10 |
Quick Connects (pair) |
Male B gas hose fitting |
Female B fitting |
$49
|
| QDB20 |
Quick Connects (pair) |
Hose to Hose |
Hose to Hose |
$49
|
| QDB30 |
Quick Connects (pair) |
Regulator |
Male B hose fitting |
$49
|
Manifold Gas System

Connect up to six torches to the same gas supply with this manifold system.
Included are enough fittings and plugs to make 2 to 6 hose connections.
Two manifolds are required, one for oxygen and one for propane. All Brass.
Custom Manifold Systems:
We can help you figure out which parts you would need for your system and pre assemble for no extra charge.
Systems might also include quick connects and flashback arrestors.
| Item# |
Description |
Price |
| M6 |
Manifolds system, Includes 1 block, 7 fittings and 4 plugs - two required - specify Oxygen or Propane |
$57.50
|
| Item# |
Description |
Price |
| MB7 |
Manifold block only, works with oxygen or gas |
$39.00
|
| 32 |
Extra Fitting - one side fits in the manifold block, other side fits a standard right handed thread oxygen
"B" size hose fitting. |
$1.50
|
| 33 |
Extra Fitting - one side fits in the manifold
block, other side fits a standard left handed thread gas "B"
size hose fitting. Gas fittings have a "line notch"
stamped into the nut part of the fitting to identify it as left handed threading. |
$1.50
|
| P41P |
Extra Plug - plugs unused outlets in the manifold block |
$2.00
|

Manifold setup for 3 torches.
Bulk Adaptor Systems

For users of Hot Head Torches or any torches similar to the HotHead torch
Save on the cost of propane by using a large bulk refillable propane tank instead of the small disposable fuel gas cylinders.
Item# F273701 uses a single hose with the correct fittings on each end. 5 or 12 foot hose.

Y-Propane F271735 - Connect two torches with this fitting. This Y fits into a bulk tank - the two other ends fit two F273701 hoses which go to the Hot Head torches.
| Item# |
Description |
Price |
| F273701 |
Bulk adaptor system - 5 Feet |
$31
|
| F273710 |
Bulk adaptor system - 12 Feet |
$42
|
| F271735 |
Y-Propane Fitting |
$32
|
Spark Lighter

Use to light torches. Squeeze the handles together to cause a spark.
| Order# |
Description |
Price |
| 1501 |
Used to light torches. Squeeze the handles together to cause a spark. |
$3.00
|
Click here to see our foot pedals