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ron350
10-11-2007, 11:29 PM
Silver solder 4%?

What is the difference between Silvabrite 96/4 and Stay Brite 96/4 silver solder?
Just curious why Silvabrite is listed as 6,000 psi tensil and Stay Brite as 14,000 tensil strength?


http://www.silvaloy.com/silvabrite100.php

http://www.harrisproductsgroup.com/pdf/spec/Solder/HARRIS_STAY_BRITE_SILVER_BEARING_SOLDER.pdf

BAPlumber
10-11-2007, 11:51 PM
don't know the answer but I would compare a few more manufacturers. whoever's numbers are the farthest out of wack are either bad at math, Geniuses or liars.

PEW
10-12-2007, 08:11 AM
One thing to note is the composition is different.

Terry
10-12-2007, 10:26 AM
96% tin, 4% silver.

I've never had a "lead free" joint come apart.
The copper will break and tear before the joint does.