While many people have heard the terms soldering and welding, far fewer know what brazing means. This metal fabrication process shares many similarities to soldering by using heat and a filler metal to join two separate components without melting their base metals. Brazing is performed at a higher temperature than soldering and has traditionally been used for more heavy-duty industrial applications. Over the years, it has seen increased use due to the following key advantages.

Top 3 Reasons to Choose Brazing For Metal Fabrication

1. Join Dissimilar Materials

Brazing provides greater flexibility in the welding process by allowing dissimilar metals and non-metals to be joined together. Brazing can be used for ceramics, or to join a ferrous and non-ferrous metal. Even if the materials involved have different melting points, the joining temperature, which typically ranges between 400 and 800 degrees Celsius, allows both materials to join to the filler metal.

2. Facilitate Stronger Joints

Brazing has the ability to produce stronger joints than can be achieved with soldering. In fact, the resulting joints can even be stronger than the natural strength of the base metals involved. The joint is permanent, ductile, and leak-proof. This is why brazing is frequently used in the manufacturing of products that are exposed to extreme temperatures, such as industrial valves and turbines.

3. Decrease Risk of Metal Mishaps

Because brazing is performed at a much lower temperature than welding, there is less risk of the base metals melting or warping during the metal fabrication process. This allows the procedure to be completed more efficiently and prevents the need for additional machining. This even allows for some parts to be assembled using automated machinery.

No matter what your metal fabrication needs may be, you can rely on Nadler Welding & Repair Shop in Wentzville, MO. They have served the St. Charles and Warren counties for over 66 years with care and efficiency. Their mobile welding team’s attention to detail and use of cutting edge technology ensures a successful outcome for every project. To learn more about their welding services or to request a quote, visit them online or call (636) 327-4404.