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Brazing Rod - Silver 2%
Economical 2% Silver "phos copper" brazing alloy rod for joining copper to copper (with or without flux) & copper to low zinc brass (flux required). Popular for copper pipe, plumbing fittings, hot water tanks. Melting Range (approx): 645-820°C. AWS Specification A5.8-B CuP6.
Brazing & TIG Rod Selection Guide
Brazing & TIG Rod Selection Guide
Also Known As:
Silver solder / Phos Copper
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Any product application information on this web page is presented as "typical" and an indicative guide only, without guarantee or warranty, and Weldclass expressly disclaims any liability incurred from any reliance thereon. No data is to be construed as an official recommendation for any welding condition or technique by Weldclass. The correct product(s), settings and techniques will vary in each application and users should conduct their own research to determine the correct product and method to use in their situation. E.&O.E.
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Brazing & Filler Rod Selection Chart
SUITABLE FOR:
- Joining copper to copper - can be used without flux, due to phosphorous content
- Joining copper to low zinc brass - flux required
- Popular for copper pipe, plumbing fittings, hot water tanks.
SPECIFICATIONS & PROPERTIES:
- Melting Range (approx): 645-820°C
- AWS Specification A5.8-B CuP6
NOT SUITABLE FOR:
- Joining ferrous materials, steels, and nickel alloys
- Use in sulfur-containing atmospheres
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