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 • Definition of Flux • Heat Joining Processes • Superior Flux Worldwide • Environmentally Friendly |
| Definitions of Different Heat Joining Processes |
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SOLDERING: A process whereby similar or dissimilar metals are joined using an alloy that typically includes a base of tin combined with lead, silver, antimony, bismuth, and indium. Soldering processes cover a temperature range of 60°C - 440°C/140°F - 850°F. Used in electronics, plumbing, food industry, electrical wiring and automotive applications. | |
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BRAZING: A process whereby similar or dissimilar metals are joined using an alloy that typically includes a base of silver combined with nickel, copper, and zinc. High temperature brazing, generally used for carbide products, uses alloys that contain no silver but use nickel, copper, and manganese. Brazing covers a temperature range of 470°C -1,190°C/900°F - 2,200°F. Used for compressors, engine circulation tubes, mining tools, plumbing fixtures, jewelry, musical instruments. | |
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WELDING: A process whereby similar metals are joined using a direct heat source to melt the base metal and a filler metal to create a uniform finished product. Most welding involves iron-based metals such as steel and stainless steel. Welding covers a temperature range of 800°C - 1635°C/1500°F - 3000°F. Used for forge and farrier applications, oil pipelines, and blacksmithing. |
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