http://www.taracorp.com gives an MP of 410F for the current version of
Taramet Sterling (Tin/Copper/Selenium,) and 430F for their Solder Safe
with Silver (which composition matches what I have in my hand.)
Donald.
> Date: Tue, 4 Sep 2001 20:13:39 -0400 (EDT)
> From: Donald H Locker <dhl@chelseamsl.com>
>
> I've been using one composed of 95% Sn, 4.5% Cu , 0.5% Ag. I don't
> know exactly the melting temperature, but it feels low. And with that
> much tin, I wouldn't be surprised that it's low. Made by Taracorp.
> If I find more info, I'll post it.
>
> Donald.
>
> > From: "Bill Ruof" <1953xk@home.com>
> > Date: Tue, 4 Sep 2001 17:31:06 -0000
> >
> >
> > The difference is temperature. The American Welding Society definition says
> > you are soldering at temperatures of 800 F or less. If the filler material
> > solidifies above 800 F, you are brazing. If you melt the base material, you
> > are welding.
[SNIP ...]
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