braze¹ Definition
braze (brāz)
transitive verb brazed, braz′·ing
to join (metals) by melting nonferrous metals or alloys into the joints at temperatures exceeding 800°F (426.7°C)
Etymology: Fr braser, to solder, var. of braiser, braise
braze¹ Related Forms
braz′er noun
braze² Definition
braze (brāz)
transitive verb brazed, braz′·ing
- to make of, or coat with, brass or a brasslike substance
- to make hard like brass
Etymology: ME brasen < OE bræsian < bræs, brass
braze² Related Forms
braz′er noun
braze Usage Examples
Object
- alloy: The inside surface of the brake lines is coated with a copper brazing alloy.
- copper: On the other hand Group CP alloys have been developed primarily for brazing copper with which they are self fluxing.
- joint: Soft solder fluxes are not suitable for use in forming brazed joints.
- rod: The diagram opposite shows how the copper-zinc alloy ( brazing rod ) forms a joint between the two pieces of steel sheet.
- tip: This cutter has a Solid Carbide insert rather than brazed tip.
- technology: Silver brazing technology joins an ultra-lightweight 15-3-3-3 Beta Titanium cup face with a heavier 17-4 Stainless Steel body.
Infinitive complement
withstand: The tungsten carbide tip is copper brazed to withstand extreme heat generation and to ensure long life.
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