Exclusive Kapp Alloy Products:

KAPPFree
KappFree solder is a lead-free formulation designed specifically to replace lead solders in plumbing, electrical and electronic applications.

KAPPRAD
Lead-free solder for fast strong repair of aluminum & aluminum-copper radiators and a/c coils.

GALVANITE
Lead-free solder for high quality repairs to galvanized steel surfaces.

ALUMITE
The original fluxless solder for aluminum.

DURAKAPP Babbitt
Higher strength and ductility babbitt improves bearing performance & extends bearing life.

KAPP Tec
High temperature, high-strength solder for metals other than aluminum.

KAPP TecZ
High temperature, high strength solder that may be used on most metals, but especially aluminum, copper and stainless.

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:

  1. Produce a cost-effective lead-free composition to address environmental and health concerns,
  2. Allow easy application at low temperatures with any heat source,
  3. 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.

Physical Properties & Technical Data

Melting Range 440°F - 500°F / 226°C - 260°C
Tensile Strength 10,000psi*
Shear Strength 5,000 psi*
Hardness (Brinell-500 kg. load) 100
Ductility Good
Density .2669 lbs/cubic inch
Elongation 3% in 2 inches.
Electrical Conductivity 24.9 (%IACS)
Thermal Conductivity .24 cal / cm3 / °C
Corrosion Penetration 300 x 106 in 1 1 / R
Foxity None (under 1500°F)
Flux Kapp Copper-Bond Flux
 

*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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