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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

brazer noun

braze² Definition

braze (brāz)

transitive verb brazed, braz·ing

  1. to make of, or coat with, brass or a brasslike substance
  2. to make hard like brass

Etymology: ME brasen < OE bræsian < bræs, brass

braze² Related Forms

brazer 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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