KAPPFree™
THE Lead-Free Multipurpose Solder
KappFree™ solder is a lead-free formulation designed specifically to
replace lead solders in plumbing, electrical and electronic applications.
KappFree™ is simple, effective and easy to use, in both manufacturing and
field applications. KappFree™ provides superior joint strength, vibration
resistance and thermal cycle fatigue resistance in both piping and
electrical products. KappFree™ has been used successfully for over a
decade in the lead-free manufacture of electrical and mechanical
connectors, heat exchangers, and electronic components for harsh
environments.
KappFree™ has been designed to accomplish three important lead-free
objectives:
- Produce a cost-effective lead-free composition to address
environmental and health concerns,
- Allow easy application at low temperatures with any heat source,
- Provide superior strength and corrosion resistance to tin-lead
solders.
KappFree™ also offers important advantages over silver brazing alloys:
- Lower material costs (up to 4 times more cost effective).
- Up to 4 times faster production due to ease of use and a lower
process temperature.
- Faster post-production cleanup, often requiring only inspection.
- Non-Toxic – Lead-free and Cadmium-free
- Elimination of the effects of high heat used in brazing – base metal
deformation, discoloration, segregation, annealment, and heat related
oxide-scale formation, to name a few.
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Physical Properties &
Technical Data |
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| Melting
Range |
440°F - 500°F / 226°C
- 260°C |
| Tensile
Strength |
10,000psi* |
| Shear
Strength |
5,000 psi* |
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Hardness (Brinell-500 kg. load) |
100 |
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Ductility |
Good |
| Density |
.2669 lbs/cubic inch |
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Elongation |
3% in 2 inches. |
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Electrical Conductivity |
24.9 (%IACS) |
| Thermal
Conductivity |
.24 cal / cm3 / °C |
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Corrosion Penetration |
300 x 106 in 1 1 / R |
| Foxity
|
None (under 1500°F) |
| Flux
|
Kapp Copper-Bond Flux |
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*Note: Strength characteristics are for
an average joint on copper to copper. Strength and ductility
characteristics vary greatly with changes in soldering techniques and
base metal alloys. We highly recommend that customers obtain samples
for use in their processes and products to determine the best solder
for their application. |
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