Paste products offer unparalled productivity, economy and ease of use. Brazing and soldering pastes combine the selected filler metal in powder form, with a suitable flux in a neutral binder system. When using paste, the filler metal and the flux are applied to the assembly in one step, and in exactly the correct proportions to produce high-quality joints.
Turbo Braze manufactures paste using any of our listed filler metals, and we can develop pastes based upon custom alloy compositions as well. Paste products are available with a suitable flux where needed, or without a flux in clean binder systems for brazing in vacuum or controlled atmosphere applications.
Turbo Braze paste products can be tailored to each application, with many adjustments possible to fully optimize the joining process.
Paste products have several advantages over solid-form filler metals: | |
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Ease of application, both flux and filler metal are applied at the same time. |
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Proper proportions of filler metal and flux...Every Time! |
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Automated or semi-automated application improves productivity while reducing labor. |
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One paste product can replace multiple ring or preform sizes, reducing the need for excess inventory. |
Brazing Paste Systems
Turbo Braze manufactures a range of paste systems for use in different brazing applications. General information on our standard paste systems is provided below. Please contact us for more specific information on what Turbo Braze paste system is best suited to your application.
Paste System | Applicable Filler Metals | Flux Working Range | Heating Methods | |||||||||||
BAg | BCuP | BCu | BNi | BAu | oF | oC | Torch | Furnace | Induction | Resistance | ||||
AQC | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Ok | Poor | Poor | INFO |
Nondrying brazing paste system with excellent shelf life. Suitable for use on silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. Paste system is not restrictive, and will spread when heated (depending upon deposit size and configuration). Viscosity of paste can change with temperature. Paste may separate if stored at temperatures in excess of 90oF for extended periods of time.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Residues Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
B100 | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Ok | No | No | INFO |
Water-soluble brazing paste system makes fixture and equipment cleanup easy. Suitable for use on silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. Paste system is moderately restrictive, and will spread moderately when heated. Avoid heating this paste quickly, as spattering can occur under rapid heating conditions.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | Yes | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
B510 | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
High-flux content brazing paste system for use where extra flux is desirable. Paste deposit is very restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread. Can be used on vertical surfaces without running. Suitable for use with silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. This system is prone to drying if left open. Care must be taken to keep paste sealed if it is not used for extended periods of time (4+ hours).
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
CB510 | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1700 | 538 | 927 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
Boron modified version of B510 which extends the active fluxing range of this paste system. Suitable for use with higher temperature filler metals, or in applications with extended heating times.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3C |
AMS: | 3411 | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
HIAF | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
HIAF is our first choice for most standard brazing applications. Excellent general purpose brazing paste system that is restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread. Can be used on vertical surfaces without running. Suitable for use with silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. This system is prone to drying if left open. Care must be taken to keep paste sealed if it is not used for extended periods of time (4+ hours).
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
CHIAF | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1700 | 538 | 927 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
Boron modified version of HIAF which extends the active fluxing range of this paste system. Suitable for use with higher temperature filler metals, or in applications with extended heating times.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3C |
AMS: | 3411 | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
HLAF | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
Excellent general purpose brazing paste system that is restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread. Can be used on vertical surfaces without running. HLAF has a less aggressive flux than HIAF or B510, and becomes active at a lower temperature, making it a good choice for low-temperature brazing alloys. Suitable for use with silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. This system is prone to drying if left open. Care must be taken to keep paste sealed if it is not used for extended periods of time (4+ hours).
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
CHLAF | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1700 | 538 | 927 | Good | Ok | Good | Good | INFO |
Boron modified version of HLAF which extends the active fluxing range of this paste system. Suitable for use with higher temperature filler metals, or in applications with extended heating times. Has a less aggressive flux than CHIAF or CB510, which can make post-braze cleaning easier.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3C |
AMS: | 3411 | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-75% |
IAF | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | 1000 | 1600 | 538 | 871 | Good | Good | Good | Good | INFO |
Excellent general purpose brazing paste system that is restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread. Can be used on vertical surfaces without running. Particularly suited to rapid heating conditions, this system has the least tendency to spatter. Less flux than HIAF and can carry a higher metal load which makes it more suited to furnace applications where flux is needed. Suitable for use with silver-based brazing alloys and copper-phosphorous brazing alloys with melting temperatures below 1500oF. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium. For higher temperature alloys, we recommend either our CHIAF system or our B514 system. This system is prone to drying if left open. Care must be taken to keep paste sealed if it is not used for extended periods of time (4+ hours).
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3A |
AMS: | 3410 | |
Federal: | 0-F-499 Type B | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-85% |
FRF | Some | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1500 | 2000 | 816 | 1093 | Good | Good | Good | Good | INFO |
Excellent general purpose high-temperature brazing paste system that is restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread. Suitable for use with the higher temperature silver-based brazing alloys, copper-based brazing alloys, nickel brazing alloys and the higher temperature gold alloys. Works well on all brazeable ferrous and nonferrous metals except those containing aluminum or magnesium.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | FB3D |
AMS: | 3417 | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | Yes | |
Residue Removal? | Hot Water (140oF) | |
Typical Metal %: | 55-85% |
B642 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No Flux | No | Good | No | No | INFO |
Flux-free paste system designed for furnace brazing in vacuum or under a suitable controlled atmosphere. Suitable for use with all brazing alloys, this paste system is restrictive and will exhibit minimal spread during heating. Very low residue under most brazing conditions.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | - |
AMS: | - | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | No | |
Residue Removal? | None required | |
Typical Metal %: | 80-91 |
B644 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No Flux | No | Good | No | No | INFO |
Water-soluble, flux-free paste system designed for furnace brazing in vacuum or under a suitable controlled atmosphere. Suitable for use with all brazing alloys, this paste system is semi-restrictive and will exhibit moderate spread during heating. Very low residue under most brazing conditions.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | - |
AMS: | - | |
Water Soluble System? | Yes | |
Corrosive? | No | |
Residue Removal? | None required | |
Typical Metal %: | 80-91 |
DC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No Flux | No | Good | No | No | INFO |
Flux-free paste system designed for furnace brazing in vacuum or under a suitable controlled atmosphere. Suitable for use with all brazing alloys, this paste system is not restrictive and the paste deposit may spread during heating. Very low residue under most brazing conditions. Nondrying system with long shelf life.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | - |
AMS: | - | |
Water Soluble System? | No | |
Corrosive? | No | |
Residue Removal? | None required | |
Typical Metal %: | 80-91 |
DDP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No Flux | No | Good | No | No | INFO |
Water-soluble, flux-free paste system designed for furnace brazing in vacuum or under a suitable controlled atmosphere. Suitable for use with all brazing alloys, this paste system is semi-restrictive and will exhibit moderate spread during heating. Particularly suited for vacuum, this system is very clean and will show no residue under most brazing conditions.
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AWS A5.3I-91: | - |
AMS: | - | |
Water Soluble System? | Yes | |
Corrosive? | No | |
Residue Removal? | None required | |
Typical Metal %: | 80-91 |
Solder Paste Systems
Turbo Braze manufactures a range of paste systems for use in different soldering applications. General information on our standard paste systems is provided below. Please contact us for more specific information on what Turbo Braze paste system is best suited to your application.
Paste System | Suitable Solders | Flux Working Range | Heating Methods | |||||||||
LowTemp | Standard | HighTemp | oF | oC | Torch | Furnace | Induction | Resistance | ||||
S100 | No | Yes | No | 380 | 800 | 193 | 427 | Good | Ok | Ok | Ok | INFO |
S310 | No | Yes | No | 250 | 700 | 121 | 371 | Good | No | Ok | Ok | INFO |
S321 | No | Yes | No | 250 | 700 | 121 | 371 | Good | Ok | Ok | Ok | INFO |
S330 | No | Yes | Yes | 250 | 850 | 121 | 454 | Good | Ok | Ok | Ok | INFO |
S380 | No | Yes | No | 300 | 800 | 149 | 427 | Good | No | Ok | Ok | INFO |
F9A | Yes | Yes | No | 200 | 650 | 93 | 343 | Good | No | Ok | Ok | INFO |
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