Torch Brazing with Hydrogen
I was recently asked about torch brazing with hydrogen, and why I don’t use hydrogen for brazing. The main reason I choose not to torch braze with hydrogen is because of the safety issues. I use a larger torch, and … Continue…
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Wera Hand Tools
Wera hand tools are manufactured for professionals for use in industrial applications. Wera has spent decades turning ideas into innovative new solutions in the screwdriving world. From there diamond tipped bits, to their kraftform screwdrivers with ergonomic handles, Wera has … Continue…
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Tungsten Carbide and Magnetism
What is most commonly referred to as tungsten carbide is actually tungsten carbide grains cemented together with another metal material. The metal that cements or binds the tungsten carbide grains is typically cobalt. Nickel, nickel-chrome alloys, and iron can also … Continue…
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How to Choose Wood
A piece of wood that warps, bows, cups or twists can ruin a project. If the wood dries unevenly, it can cause uneven shrinkage or swelling. Being aware of what may cause the wood to shrink or swell unevenly can … Continue…
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Torch brazing with Braze Alloy to fill in Gaps
Filling Gaps with Braze Alloy and a Torch In this the beholder was machined in such a manner that it left a radius in the corner of the notch. This means that the carbide cannot be seated completely against both the … Continue…
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Differences in Braze Alloys
Effects Of Different Braze Alloys In the late 1980s the government really cracked down on cadmium in braze alloy. The Bag-3 braze alloy had been the standard. The industry switched to a 50% silver braze alloy without cadmium and immediately … Continue…
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Braze alloy and what it does…
What Does Braze Alloy Do? The immediate topic is brazing tungsten carbide to steel specifically for use in tools such as saw blades, router bits, etc. Bonding Properties 30 years ago I was taught that braze alloy was sort … Continue…
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The Leslie Rose affect
This term describes the effect that occurs when someone assesses an employee’s performance. It especially occurs when someone assesses the employee’s performance who has no idea what the employee actually does. Many years ago I had an office manager name … Continue…
