Users questions 

Which solder is better for potable water lines?

Joe Ford

Which solder is better for potable water lines?

Because soldered joints made with tin-antimony and tin-silver are stronger, plumbing systems installed using them can withstand higher pressures and temperatures than systems made with 50-50 tin-lead solder.

What solder is used for stainless steel?

You will need a silver bearing solder and high activity flux specifically designed for stainless steel. Once you have both of these the process is very similar to regular soldering.

Can I solder instead of Weld?

Nope. In some cases the two metals can not be welded, solder is the only option. It is preferred to weld metals since that is a blending of the two metals as compared to bonding them together as soldering will do. You can, but it will break with small amount of force.

What kind of torch is used for silver soldering?

propane torch

Which of the following flame is the hottest?

The inner core of the candle flame is light blue, with a temperature of around 1800 K (1500 °C). That is the hottest part of the flame. The color inside the flame becomes yellow, orange, and finally red. The further you get from the center of the flame, the lower the temperature will be.

What type of flame is used for cutting cast iron?

When cutting cast iron, adjust the preheating flame of the torch to a carburizing flame. This prevents the formation of oxides on the surface and provides better preheat. The cast-iron kerf is always wider than a steel kerf due to the presence of oxides and the torch movement.

What are the 4 basic weld joints?

Understanding Different Welding Joint Types

  • Butt joint.
  • Tee joint.
  • Corner joint.
  • Lap joint.
  • Edge joint.

What is the easiest welding method?

MIG welding is the awesome process of using electricity to melt and join pieces of metal together. MIG welding is sometimes referred to as the “hot glue gun” of the welding world and is generally regarded as one of the easiest type of welding to learn.

What is the easiest type of welding to learn?

gas metal arc welding