how to identify a pipe problem, and what parts and tools you will need to fix it. It then gives simple step-by-step instructions for how to solder copper pipe, how to connect a compression fitting on copper pipe, how to connect a flare fitting on copper pipe, how to cut rigid copper...
Soft soldering is a technique used to join wires, fix electronic components onto circuit boards and bond copper pipes together. This tutorial shows you how to solder step by step.
Solder-on connections are also made of brass. They come in two varieties: The female sweat adapter has a slip connection that fits over a pipe, while the male sweat adapter slips inside a fitting. You would use the male fitting one if you want to connect PEX tubing directly to an existi...
Cut the pipe, as needed, using the appropriate type of tubing cutter for the pipe material: use a copper tubing cutter for copper; a plastic tubing cutter for CPVC; a PEX cutter for PEX. When measuring for the cut, keep in mind that the pipe will extend about 1 inch into the fitting...
This latticework of metal is soldered together, and then putty is added to keep the glass from shifting. To complete the process, the stained glass, if it's in the shape of a window, must be installed. It's fitted to a frame, usually made of wood or aluminum, sealed and then set ...
Wondering how to Clean #2 Copper Scrap into #1 Copper? We have some advice and ways you can maximize your profit on scrap copper.
05CopperAlloySandCastingforGeneralApplications(compositionsand mechanicalproperties). A.Y.McDonald’sNo-LeadBrasscontainsahighpercentageofcopperand3mainalloying elements-Zinc,TinandBismuth. Zincisapotentalloyingelementincopper,impartingstrengthandhardness. Tinisapotentsolid-solutionstrengthenerincopper,evenmoresothen...
Copper block & carbide; contact assembly Induction completed the carbide brazing process more rapidly than an oven, delivering heat exactly where it's needed, operating instant on/instant off Brazing a steel coupler and a steel wire Induction heating enabled the brazing process to be completed withi...
To create a custom look, replace ho-hum hardware with novelty cabinet door pulls such as pewter fish, whitewashed or verdigris brass shells, or flower-painted porcelain. Fancy faux finishes. Bathrooms are a great place to indulge your desire for a hand-painted tromp l'oeil garden scene or ...
Q.Re.Harry C's suggestion: I was thinking of melting copper scraps first, then adding the calculated amount of 260 brass scrap to obtain proper zinc proportions, then add some tin solder and mix all before pouring. Comments? Jason Bosh ...