Copper Soldering Technique MBIT HVACP Technology Copper Soldering

Copper Soldering Technique MBIT HVAC/P Technology

Copper Soldering Technique • PA CTE Standard: #800 Working with Copper Pipe • PA Academic Standard: Science – S 11. D. 2. 1 Heat Transfer and metal properties

Copper Soldering Technique • Measure Copper to be cut • Mark with pencil or marker

Copper Soldering Technique • Cut Copper pipe using wheel cutter • 1/8 Turn after each rotation until cut

Copper Soldering Technique • Ream Copper Piping • Remove Burrs • Prevent Friction Loss

Copper Soldering Technique • • Clean Outside of Pipe 1” from end Bright Shiny finish Use Sand clothe to clean thoroughly

Copper Soldering Technique • Flux The Outside of the pipe • 1” from the end • Use the brush • Apply evenly

Copper Soldering Technique • • • Clean copper fitting Use fitting brush Match brush to fitting Clean inside Bright Shiny Finish

Copper Soldering Technique • Clean fitting

Copper Soldering Technique • Insert Pipe into Fitting • Rotate the fitting slightly • Make sure it bottoms out

Copper Soldering Technique • Light Torch and apply heat to the pipe in sweeping motion • Draw the solder into the joint with capillary action • Do Not over heat will cause Oxidation

Copper Soldering Technique • Wipe the joint with a wet rag to cool and remove flux. • Inspect joint , reheat and solder if not complete • Steel wool area to bright shine finish