Tim,
I would think that either Silfloss ( sp) or simple bronze welding rod would
be more than sufficient.
Silfloss is used to build the line set on your central air system in your
house. Either one of them
will hold tons with no porosity. Silfloss will work at a lower temperature.
Dave / NØATH
Subject: [TowerTalk] Brazing ground wires to copper-clad ground rods
> I've been through the archives on this but have not found
>
> suitable answers.
>
>
> In addition to some Cadweld "one-shots," circumstances require
>
> me to clamp / braze some less critical connections.
>
>
> I've some skill welding and brazing and an oxy-fuel setup.
>
>
> 1 Is there a specific flux that is required or just works
>
> better for this procedure? If so, a maker and part
>
> number would be appreciated.
>
>
> 2 Is there a specific type of brazing rod that is required
>
> or just works better for this. I asked my welding jobber
>
> for "silver bearing" brazing rod and got a blank stare in
>
> response. If so, a maker and part number would be
>
> appreciated.
>
>
> 3 I'll be using stranded #2. Any special precautions, advice
>
> or "tricks of the trade" would be welcomed.
>
>
> Thanks to all.
>
> 73
>
> Tim Colbert K3HX
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________________________________________________
> Try Juno Platinum for Free! Then, only $9.95/month!
> Unlimited Internet Access with 1GB of Email Storage.
> Visit http://www.juno.com/value to sign up today!
>
>
> _______________________________________________
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> TowerTalk mailing list
> TowerTalk@contesting.com
> http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/towertalk
>
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
TowerTalk mailing list
TowerTalk@contesting.com
http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/towertalk
|