SILVER SOLDER 2% RED 2.4MM
Silver Solder 2% Red 2.4mm – Reliable, Cost-Effective Brazing Alloy
Silver Solder 2% Red 2.4mm is a high-quality, low-silver brazing alloy designed for strong, leak-free joints on copper, brass, mild steel, and compatible alloys. With 2% silver content, this red-coded silver solder offers an excellent balance between performance and affordability, making it ideal for general fabrication, HVAC installation, plumbing, and light industrial brazing applications.
Manufactured to provide smooth flow characteristics and consistent capillary action, Silver Solder 2% Red ensures reliable joint penetration and clean results when used with a suitable brazing flux.
Key Features & Benefits
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2% Silver Content – Enhances joint strength and ductility compared to standard brass fillers
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Red Identification – Easy on-site recognition and alloy differentiation
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2.4mm Diameter Rods – Ideal for controlled filler deposition on medium to heavy joints
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Smooth Flow & Wetting – Promotes strong capillary action and uniform joints
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Cost-Effective Alternative – Lower silver content reduces material cost without sacrificing reliability
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Versatile Application Range – Suitable for copper-to-copper and copper-to-brass joints
Typical Applications
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HVAC and refrigeration pipe brazing
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Copper plumbing and tube connections
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Brass fittings and components
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Mild steel to copper joints (with correct flux)
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General fabrication and repair work
Compatible Base Materials
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Copper
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Brass
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Bronze
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Mild steel (with appropriate flux and technique)
Note: Not recommended for aluminium or magnesium alloys.
Technical Specifications
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Silver Content: 2%
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Rod Diameter: 2.4mm
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Colour Code: Red
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Melting Range: Approx. 650–720°C (varies by manufacturer)
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Flux Requirement: Yes – use a compatible silver brazing flux
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Form: Straight brazing rods
Why Choose Silver Solder 2% Red 2.4mm?
Silver Solder 2% Red is the go-to solution for technicians and tradespeople who require dependable brazed joints without the higher cost of high-silver alloys. It delivers consistent performance, good mechanical strength, and excellent flow, making it a practical choice for everyday brazing tasks in workshops and on site.