| Super Alloy 1 Multi-Metal and Pot Metal Solder | Super Alloy 5 Aluminum Welding and Brazing Rod | |
|---|---|---|
| Sizes Available (in.) | 3/32in, 1/8in | 3/32in, 1/16in |
| Sizes Available (mm) | 2.38mm, 3.17mm | 2.38mm, 1.58mm |
| Melting Point | 350° F (177° C) | 600° F (316° C) |
| Bonding Strength | 20,000 PSI | 30,000 PSI |
| Flux type and shelf life | Honey liquid, 2 year shelf life | Powder, 1 year shelf life |
| Recommended torch | Propane, MAPP, butane, oxyacetylene on larger or thicker pieces | Propane, MAPP, oxyacetylene on larger or thicker pieces |
| Can be polished? | Fair | Excellent |
| Can be plated? | Yes | Yes |
| Takes powder coating? | Fair | Excellent |
| Can be used on thick aluminum? | No | Yes, with oxyacetylene |
| Can join aluminum to other metals (brass, steel etc)? | Yes | No |
| Can repair radiators without burning fins? | Yes | No |
| Potential for metal warpage? | No | Potential |
| Can be used with TIG? | No | Yes |
| Can repair cast aluminum? | No | Yes, with oxyacetylene |
| Pre-cleaning necessary? | Yes | Yes |
| Can repair aluminum boats? | No | Yes, with oxyacetylene |
| Can be anodized? | No | Yes |
| Can be used with a soldering iron? | Yes | No |
| Demonstrated on pop cans at the county fair? | NEVER | NEVER |
