Are you trying to decide if zinc solder would be right for your business? Zinc is useful in soldering applications that require lower temperatures. For example, if you wanted to solder aluminum or copper. The basic formulation is comprised of 70 percent tin and 30 percent zinc. Here at Belmont Metals in Brooklyn, we sell…
Manufacturers and repair people often use soldering or brazing to repair or join two metals together. You can also use Miter-Al-Braze rods to join a variety of aluminum alloys. These alloy rods and the MAB technique will offer often offer you excellent corrosion resistance, appearance, and strength. Two products to consider include the Belmont MAB…
When we think about aluminum, we most often associate this metal to the flexible foil used for everyday cooking. Yet this alloy can be used in applications where strength, corrosion resistance and weldability are required. The construction industry often uses aluminum alloys as beams, metal sheathing, and as scaffolding. This metal can also be used…
Copper is well known for its electrical and thermal conductivity. It’s often used for electrical wiring purposes and electrical contacts for small and large applications. This metal is also considered a very soft material, as its malleability allows it to be worked into wires and cables. To add strength without impacting its ductility, magnesium is…