Regulator for Propane?

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I have access to all types of regulators for different gasses; helium, argon, hydrogen, CO2 and i was wondering if i could use one of these for propane.  I would like to start using propane on my torch set up for cutting purposes. Is there an adapter i could buy for any one of these regs. to use with Propane (maybe just a new screw on tip for the valve body) or do i have to get a new reg?  I know i have to get a new set of hoses and also some new tips. Any thing else i am missing to convert to propane?  I heard it last super long but its not as hot as acetylene so its harder to weld with. It also seems to be a lot cheaper and easily available so the change would be worth it for me.
Reply:Originally Posted by fordtrucksI have access to all types of regulators for different gasses. . .. . .wondering if i could use one of these for propane. . . .
Reply:Originally Posted by fordtrucks. . . I heard it last super long but its not as hot as acetylene so its harder to weld with. . . .
Reply:Originally Posted by denrepPropane is an ideal fuel for cutting and heating, more BTUs than acetylene, however the flame is not hot enough to weld with.
Reply:Thanks guys, sorry i will start using the search function more often.
Reply:fordtruck check out my queston on 7-31-09 about regulaters maybe that will help .
Reply:Originally Posted by fordtrucksThanks guys, sorry I will start using the search function more often.
Reply:So propane is best used for heating, but not for cutting and welding ??How much more oxygen does using propane go through compared to acetalyne for heating?MM350P/Python/Q300MM175/Q300DialarcHFHTP MIG200PowCon300SMHypertherm380ThermalArc185Purox oaF350CrewCab4x4LoadNGo utilitybedBobcat250XMT304/Optima/SpoolmaticSuitcase12RC/Q300Suitcase8RC/Q400Passport/Q300Smith op
Reply:DR33,I actually prefer propane for both cutting and heating.For a fast hot heat on a thin section, acetylene has the edge.But on heavier  sections it seems like a propane rosebud will easily out-heat an acetylene tip of the same class, especially since there is practically no limit on propane's pressure or flow rates.Although I thought that propane wouldn't  hit and carry the "melt" temperatures needed for effective weld control because of its lower burn temperature, not the flame's characteristics. But now I'm gonna try again. Because of variables, the MPG comparison is tough to calculate.Good LuckLast edited by denrep; 08-22-2009 at 11:49 AM.
Reply:Originally Posted by DesertRider33So propane is best used for heating, but not for cutting and welding ??How much more oxygen does using propane go through compared to acetalyne for heating?