The maximum temperature for brazing varies depending on the materials being joined and the specific braze alloy used. For copper and copper alloys, the brazing temperature can reach up to 1120°C (2050°F). This high temperature is necessary to ensure proper flow and bonding of the copper filler metal, which is applied either as paste, foil, clad, or solid copper. The process involves heating the furnace to approximately 955°C (1750°F) for outgassing and surface contamination removal, followed by raising the temperature to the brazing range under an inert-gas partial pressure to inhibit evaporation of the copper.
In contrast, aluminum and aluminum alloys require a slightly lower brazing temperature, typically between 575-590°C (1070-1100°F), depending on the specific alloy. This temperature range ensures that the vacuum levels are maintained at an optimal level, which is crucial for the successful brazing of aluminum components.
For stainless steels, the brazing temperatures are more specific to the type of steel and its composition. Austenitic stainless steels, especially those with high carbon content and no stabilizing elements like Ti or Nb, should avoid brazing within the sensitization temperature range (500-850°C) to prevent the precipitation of chromium carbides and maintain corrosion resistance. Martensitic stainless steels require even more precise temperature control; the brazing temperature either needs to match the quenching temperature or be lower than the tempering temperature to avoid softening the base material.
Overall, the maximum brazing temperature is highly dependent on the materials involved and the specific requirements of the brazing process, with copper alloys requiring the highest temperatures among the examples provided.
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