How To Solder Copper Roofing

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How to solder copper roofing.

Dipping a heated copper soldering tip while in use into a 1 2 mix of water and 1 2 ruby fluid is a good way to remove any debris from the tip which causes dirty joints. Generally ruby fluid works fine for new copper soldering but if you are having issues try a flux specifically made for copper. The solder should be 50 50 tin lead solder in either 1 pound or 1 4 pound bars. Flat lock soldered copper roofing is excellent on low slope roofs where a long lasting durable roof is desired.

When soldering copper 50 50 lead tin solder is preferable and a multitude of fluxes are available. Make your seams tight clean clean and tight seams are essential. Install only as much copper as can be soldered by the end of the day. View the products.

Picture taken out copper and common sense by revere. Assuming the copper is relatively clean and bright first brush or squirt on the liquid flux hold the hot soldering iron on top of and against the seam then add additional solder when the metal gets hot enough to melt it until the joint is filled. This is the one of the most comprehensive resources available on metal roofing. Lap seams should have a minimum 1 inch overlap and no gaps larger than 1 16 inch.