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I have a question relating to analyzing a soldered copper joint. I know I read something fairly recently about sawing a soldered joint in half and then flattening each half & separating the soldered pieces to see if the solder completely filled the joint. The writing also had explanations as to why there would be unsoldered spots, gaps, black parts in solder, etc.
I thought it was on this forum but, have not been able to find it. Does anyone know where this type of information could be found.
Just curious because after the plumber was done there were a few spare 90's & tees left that I had bought for him as extras that he didn't take. So I figured what the heck and tried sweating numerous joints. Then cut them in half & separated them. Some had spots with no solder. One reason I think some of the spots happened is because I tried squeezing the joints like the plumber did so I do not think solder flowed to those two tight points (since noticing that the two unsoldered spots were across from each other. After doing this I am glad I had an experienced plumber do the house. I guess one never really knows if the soldered completely filled a joint. Except for maybe a joint or very small repair in the basement or open area I will stick to my profession and not try to become a DIY plumber. Will probably still generate some questions though. I sincerely hope this is the last house I remodel and it has definitely make me realize an appreciation for the profession.
Thanks,
Matt
I thought it was on this forum but, have not been able to find it. Does anyone know where this type of information could be found.
Just curious because after the plumber was done there were a few spare 90's & tees left that I had bought for him as extras that he didn't take. So I figured what the heck and tried sweating numerous joints. Then cut them in half & separated them. Some had spots with no solder. One reason I think some of the spots happened is because I tried squeezing the joints like the plumber did so I do not think solder flowed to those two tight points (since noticing that the two unsoldered spots were across from each other. After doing this I am glad I had an experienced plumber do the house. I guess one never really knows if the soldered completely filled a joint. Except for maybe a joint or very small repair in the basement or open area I will stick to my profession and not try to become a DIY plumber. Will probably still generate some questions though. I sincerely hope this is the last house I remodel and it has definitely make me realize an appreciation for the profession.
Thanks,
Matt