Oxidizing and reducing flames

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A flame is affected by the fuel introduced and the oxygen available. A flame with a balanced oxygen-fuel ratio is called a neutral flame. The color of a neutral flame is semi-transparent purple or blue.^[1] This flame is optimal for many uses because it does not oxidize or deposit soot onto surfaces.

Oxygen rich butane torch flame

Fuel rich butane torch flame