MAP / MPS gas??

[timtune]

Rescued a nearly full canister of MPS gas from the haz waste at the restore. Can I just use my regular propane torch head?

 

[GreyGhost]

Rescued a nearly full canister of MPS gas from the haz waste at the restore. Can I just use my regular propane torch head?

I always use a larger Mapp torch. I also use the larger head on propane cylinders so maybe you can get away with propane head on Mapp. I've never tried.

Edit:
Given how similar Mapp and propane are these days, I would just use your existing torch.

 

[nobbie48]

I always use a larger Mapp torch. I also use the larger head on propane cylinders so maybe you can get away with propane head on Mapp. I've never tried.

Edit:
Given how similar Mapp and propane are these days, I would just use your existing torch.

Agreed, the old MAPP had a lot more heat than the new. I've used propane torches on anything they fit.

I'm not sure of the reason for the change

MAP-pro is a fuel gas composed of only propylene and propane. Therefore, the key difference between MAPP gas and MAP-pro gas is that MAPP gas is mainly composed of methylacetylene, propadiene and propane molecules, whereas MAP-pro gas contains propylene and propane only.Jan 2, 2023

Some reading from the infallible internet

Why Was MAPP Gas Discontinued?

I assume it has something to do with cost of production vs sales, as most things like this do. Anyone know the real story? The wikipedia article seems to lead the reader to think cost was a factor. I have 3 or 4 cylinders of true MAPP gas in my cabinet, but when they're gone, I'm out. I do...

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