CGA E-5 – Torch Standard

This standard applies to oxy-fuel gas torches and cutting attachments used for cutting, welding, scarf-ing, heating, and other similar processes. It contains design and manufacturing requirements for torch materials, construction, safety, performance, test procedures, and marking.

This standard does not apply to air-fuel torches that use compressed air, air at atmospheric pressure, or liquid fuels. It does not include special devices, welding tips, cutting tips, multiflame heating tips, or accessories for special functions.