Different kevlar types

ive just got hold of some kevvlar to make a fire torch or two, its not the usual wicking stuff, it is infact, heat bandage for f1 exhausts. its slightly thinner than wicking and more tightly packed. was just wondering wether it will still have the same absorbtion (although i believe it would be slightly less) and essentially the same burn? im in two minds about it, so any opinions would be good, innit!

How the hell did you get your hands on that?

Dunno about burn time or absorbsion, but i imagine it will be a a tad more resistant than normal kevlar wicks.

If the stuff you have is what I think it is then it's the 1/16th inch, non wire inserted kevlar tape. I've never used it but rumour has it that the burn time is less than the 1/8th inch tape however it is reputed to be more durable, meaning your toys will have a greater life span.

I'll second that...How the hell did you get your hands on that?

Let us know how it works out...

it came on some huge ass roll probably about 2 metres high, and it doesnt have wire in it. ive tired it out and it works fairly well, the burn time is shorter than normal wicking but it seems pretty tough, after the excess fuel has burnt off the flame tends to spring from the top and bottom, its proper tightly woven so i dont think it can burn through the middle very well. i would stick to wicking, but this would be my second choice. ps i got it from my dad who fixes up old f1 cars.

are you using it as a tube core or cathedral?

tube mate, aint got time to make a cathedral!

Would suggest that it might burn longer if you use it as an outer for a cotton inner. Wrap a cotton wick and then cover it in this stuff, it would improve the absorption but maintaing the durability. The inner wick wont burn if there is no air in there.

Everything has pros and cons. Pick what you think is best for you. There are plenty of rumours out there. Some are true and some only tell half the story.

See wick article here
http://www.homeofpoi.com/articles/wick_options.php

regards

Malcolm

underneath it ive wrapped a strip of fire blanket which seems pretty absorbent (didnt have time to put on a metal sheath) and it seems to work alright. and i found the more you burn it the better it gets