Specification For Filler Metals For Brazing and Braze Weld I NG

ANSIIAWS A5.
8-92R
An American National Standard
Specification for
Filler Metals for
Brazing and
Braze Weld ing
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Key WOïdS-Brazing, brazing filler metais, brazing ANSVAWS A5.8-92R
alloys, silver alloys, copper alloys, An American National Standard
aluminum alloys, nickel alloys,
gold alloys Approved by
American National Standards Institute
September 1,1992
Specification for
Filler Metals for Brazing
and Braze Welding
Superseding ANSVAWS A5.8-89
Prepared by
AWS Committee on Filler Metal
Under the Direction of

AWS Technical Activities Committee
Approved by
AWS Board of Directors
Abstract
The chemical composition, physical form, and packaging of more than 75 brazing filler metals are specified. Infor-
mation is provided concerning the liquidus, the solidus, the brazing temperature range, and general areas of application
recommended for each filler metal. The filler metal groups described include: silver, gold, aluminum, magnesium,
nickel, cobalt, copper, and brazing filler metais for vacuum service.
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Personnel
AWS A5 Committee on Filler Metal
D.J. Kotecki, Chairman The Lincoln Electric Company

R.A. LOFave, 1st Vice Chairman Elliott Company
J. P. Hunt. 2nd Vice Chairman Inco Alloys International
H. I;: Reid, Secretary American Welding Society
B. Anderson Alcotec
R. S.Brown Carpenter Technology Corporation
R. L Bateman* Electromanufacturas, S. A.
J. Caprarola. Jr. Alloy Rods Corporation
L J. Christensen* Consultant
R. J. Christofleel Consultant
D. D. Crockett The Lincoln Electric Company
R. A. Daernen Hobart Brothers Company
D. A. Delsignore Westinghouse Electric Company
H. W. Eben Exxon Research and Engineering
S. E. Ferree Alloy Rods Corporation
D. A. Fink The Lincoln Electric Company
G. Hallstrom, Jr. USNRC-RI1
R. L Harris* R. L. Harris Associates
R. W.Heid Newport News Shipbuilding
D. C. Helton Consultant
W.S. iiowes National Electrical Manufacturers Association
R. W.Jud Chrysler Motors
R. B. Kadiyalo Techalloy Maryland, Incorporated
G. A. Kurisky Maryland Specialty Wire
N. E. Larson Union Carbide, Industrial Gas Division
A. S. Lourenson Consultant
G. H. MacShaire MAC Associates
D.I;: Manning Hobart Brothers Company
L M.Malik* Arctec Canada Limited
M. T Merlo Stoody Company
S. J. Merrick Teledyne McKay
G. E Metzger AFML
J. W. Mortimer Consultant
C. L Null NAVSEA
i! Ogaia* Kobe Steel Limited
J. Payne Schneider Services International
R. L Peaslee Wall Colmonoy Corporation
E. W.Pickering Consultant
M.A. Quintana General Dynamics Corporation
S. D. Reynolds, Jr.* Westinghouse Electric PGBU
L E Roberts Canadian Welding Bureau
D. Roret Consultant
P. K.Salvesen American Bureau of Shipping
H. S.Sayre. Consultant
Advisar
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AWS A5 Committee on Filler Metal (Continued)
O. W.Seth Chicago Bridge and Iron Company
K A. Shopp* SAE
M.S.Sierdzinski Aüoy Rods Corporation
R. W.Straitin* Bechtel Group, Incorporated
R. D. Suiron L-Tec Welding and Cutting Systems
R A. Swain Thyssen Welding Products
J. W: Tuckert Haynes International Incorporated
R D. Thomas, Jr. R. D.Thomas and Company
R Timerman* Conarco, S. A.
R T. Webster Teledyne Wah Chang
A. E Wehe* Consultant
W. A. Wiche+* Arcos Alloys
N L wilcox Cónsultant
l? J. H"insoP Consultant
K G. Wold Aqua Chem, Incorporated
1: J. Wonder VSE Corporation
AWS A5 Subcommittee on Filler Metals and Fluxes for Brazing
R. L Peaslee, Chairman Wall Colmonoy Corporation

H.E Reid, Secretary American Welding Society
G. A . Andreano* Consultant
R.E. Ballemine* Unibraze Corporation
X hskh Superior Flux and Manufacturing
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S. A. D'Agostino The Wilkinson Company

C. E Fuerstenau Lueas-Milhaupt, Incorporated
R Henron J. W.Harris Company
W.H.King+ Consiiltant
M. J:LUcat, Jr. Geherd Electric Company
?KA. Marrrila Chrysler Corporation
M.X. Megerle Naval Air Engineering Center
b3. T,Merlo Sroody Company
J J L ~Miller+
. Raymond Corporation
c. 'w.'Philp Gorasultant
W.D. 'ì?upQrl hgl¿hh;ird Industries
' HJ &iSayre* Gonsultant
J. L Schuster E d & G Incorporated
*Advisor
**Dnxared
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Foreword
(This Foreword is not a part of ANSI/ AWS A5.8-92, S’cgcarion for Filler Metahfor Brazing and Braze WeIding,
but is includ.ed for information purposes only.)
This document represents the seventh revision of the first filler metais for brazing specification issued by the
American Welding Society. The original specification was prepared by a joint committee of the Amencan Welding
Society and the American Society for Testing and Materiais. Thisjoint activitycontinued for 17 years until 1969, when
AWS became the soie Society responsible for the development and publishing of the specification.
The evolution of ANSI/ AWS A5.8-92 is shown below:
ASTM B260-52T Tentative Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
AWS A5.8-52T
ASTM B260-561 Tentative Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
AWS A5.8-56T
AWS A5.8-627’ Tentative Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
ASTM B260-62T
AWS A5.8-69 Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
ANSI W3.8-1973
ANSI/ AWS A5.8-76 Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
ANSIIAWS A5.8-81 Specification for Brazing Filler Metal
ANSI/ AWS A5.8-89 Specification for Filler Metais for Brazing
Comments and suggestions for the improvement of this standard are welcome. They should be sent to the Secretary, A5
Committee on Filler Metal, American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33315.
Official interpretations of any of the technical requirements of this standard may be obtained by sending a request, in
writing, to the Managing Director, Technical Services, American Welding society. A formai reply will be issued after it has
been reviewed by the appropriate personnel following established procedures.
Table of Contents
Page No.
Personnel .................................................................................. iii
Foreword .................................................................................. v
List of Tables............................................................................... VÜ
1. scope ................................................................................. i
Parr A - General Requirements
2. Classification .......................................................................... 1
3. Acceptance ............................................................................ '1
4. Certification ........................................................................... 1
5 . Units of Measure and Rounding-Off Procedure ................... .-.......................... 1
6. SummaryofTests
.
Part B - Tests Procedures. and Requirements
...................................................................... 3
7. Retest ................................................................................ 3
8. Chemical Analysis ....................................................................... 3
9. Sieve Analysis .......................................................................... 3
10. Melt Cleanliness Test ..................................................................... 8
11. Spatter'iest ............................................................................ 8
12. Binder Content ofTransfer Tape .......................................................... 8
Parr C - Manufacture. Identification. and Packaging
13. Method of Manufacture ................................................................. 8
14. Standard Forms. Sizes. and Tolerances ..................................................... 9
i 5 . Special identification Labels or Marking ................................................... 9
16. Packaging ............................................................................. 9
17. Marking of Packages ....................................................................11
Appendix - Guide to A WS Specijicationfor Filler Metalsfor Brazing and Braze Welding
Al . Introduction ..........................................................................IS
A2 . Method of Classification ................................................................ 15
A3 . Acceptance ........................................................................... 16
A4 . Certification ........................................................................... 16
AS. Ventilation During Brazing .............................................................. 16
A6 . Brazing Considerations ................................................................. 16
A7 . Brazing Characteristics and Applications ................................................... 17
A8 . Discontinued Classifications ............................................................. 24
A WS Filler Metal Specflcations and Related Documents ...........................................27
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List of Tables
Table Page No.

1 ................................. 2
Chemical Composition Requirements for Silver Filler Metals
2 Chemical Composition Requirements for Gold Filler Metals................................. 3
3 Chemical Composition Requirements for Aluminum and Magnesium Filkr Metals .............. 4
4 Chemical Composition Requirements for Copper. Copper.Znc. and Copper-Phosphorus
.........................................................................
Filler Metals 5
5 Chemical Composition Requirements for Nickel and Cobalt Filler Metals...................... 6
6 Chemical Composition Requirements for Filler Metals for Vacuum Service..................... 7
7 ................................... 8
Powder Mesh Designations and Particle Sizc Distribution
8 Standard Forms and Sites.............................................................. 9
9 Tolerances for Wrought Wire and Rod ................................................... 13
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10 Tolerances for Foil Strip and Sheet
AI ........................................ 18
Solidus. Liquidus. and Brazing Temperature Ranges
A2 Discontinued Brazing Filler Metal Classifications .......................................... 25
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Specification for
Filler Metals for Brazing
and Braze Welding
1. Scope 3. Acceptance
This specification ,prescribes requirements for the Acceptance of the brazing filler metal shall be in
c~assification offiller metals for brazing and braze weld- accordance with the provisions of the latest edition
ing. It includesfiller metalsfor brazing with or without a Of AWS Fi"er Me'a' Procuremenr
flux, and in ali protective atmospheres, for various Guide'ines.3
applications, including those for vacuum service.' Filler
metals identified by the prefix "RB" indicate that the
filler metal is suitable for use both as brazing rod for 4. Certification
braze welding and as a brazing filler metal.
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By affixing the AWS specification and classification
designations to the package, or the classification to the
product, the manufacturer certifies that the product
meets the requirements of this specification.'
Part A
General Requirements
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5. Units of Measure and Rounding-Off
Pr-ocedUre
2. Classification
5.1 U. S. Customary Units are the standard units of
2.1 The brazing filler metals covered by this specifica- measure in this specification. The SI Units arc given as
tion are classified according to their chemical composi- equivalent values to the U.S. Customary Units. The
tion, as specified in Tables 1 through 6.2 standard sizes and dimensions in the two systems are not
2.2 Filler metal classified under one classification shall

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3. See A3, Acceptance (in the Appendix) for further informa-
not be classified under any other classification of this tion acceptance, testing of the shipped, and
ANSIIAWS A5.01, Filler Metal Procurement GuidelLes.
AWS documents may be obtained from Global Engineering,
15 Inverness Way East, Englewood, CO 80112-5776. Tele-
1. Filler metals for vacuum service are for devices operating in phones: (800)854-7179, (303) 397-2740; fax (303) 397-2740;
a vacuum, regardless of the atmosphere used in making the Internet: www.global.ihs.com.
joint. 4. See A4, Certification (in the Appendix) for further infor-
2. An explanation of the method of classification of the filler mation concerning certification and the testing called for to
metals is included in A2. meet this requirement.
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Table 2
Chemical Composition
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Requirements for Gold Filler Metals
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Composition. Weight Percent

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Other
AWS UNS Ekmcnts.
ClassiTication Number' Au Cu Pd Ni Totdb
BAU-] Poo375 37.0 -38.0 Remainder - - 0.15
0AU-2 Poo800 19.5-80.5 Remainder - - 0.15
BAU-3 Poo350 34.5 -35.5 Remainder - 2.5 -3.5 0.15
BAu-4 wo820 815-82.5 - - Remainder 0.15
0AU-5 Poo300 -
29.5 30.5 - 33.5-34.5 35.5-36.5 o. IS
BAu-6 wo700 69.5-70.5 - 7.5-8.5 21.5 -22.5 0.15
No-.
a. SAEIASTM Unified Numbering System for Metals and Alloys.
b. The brazing filkr metal shall k analyzed for those specifiçckmenu for which values arc shown in thu table. If the presence of oiherckmentr U
indicated in the course of this work, the mount of those elemcntsshall be determined to ensure that their total d o a not e x a d t b lim¡tSpcciricb
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identical, and for this reason conversion from a standard 7. Retest

size or dimension in one system will not always coincide If th,c results of any test fail to m e t the requmient,
with a standard size or dimension in the other. Suitable that test shall be repeated twice. ïhewults of both tests
conversions encompassingstandard s k of both can be shall meet tbe requirement. SampIa for retest may be
made, however, if appropriate tolerances are applied in taken-lrorn the original sample or from one or two new
each case. samples. For diemical analysis, retest need k only for
5.2 For the purpose of determining conformance with !be specific elements that failed to m e t the requirement.
this specification, an observed or cahiated value shall
be rounded tdthc "nearest unit" in the last right-hand
place of figyc%used in exprélising the limiting value in
8. Chemical Analysis
accordance :with the rounding-off method given in 8.1 Brazing filler metals and the filter metal portion of
ASTM E29; Practicefor Using Signijìcant Digits in Test the clad product'shall conform to the chemical composi-
Data to Determine Conformance with SpeciJcations.s tion requirementsof Tables i through 6 for the specific
filkr metal being tested.
8.2The sample shall be analyzed by accepted anaIyticaZ
Part B methods.
Tats, Procedures, And Requirements 8.3 In.ccase of dispute, the referee mahod for all e b
mentsqccept phosphorous shdl bc the appropriate aua-
6. Summary of Tests lytical method in the latest edition of the Annual Book
of ASTM S(an&r&, Chemlcal Anolysis of Met&:
6.1 Chernical analysis is required for ail classifications. Sampling and Anatjuu of Metal Bemng &U.For
6.2 Filler metals for vacuum scMce requin a melt phosphorus,the referee method shall be that of the latest
cleanliness test and aspatter test, in addition to chemical edition of ASTA4 El,Siandord Photomtrk Method for
analysis. Determination of Phosphorus in H~h-Phosphonu
Brazing Rlkr Metals.
6 3 Sieve analysis is required for all powdered brazing
filkr metal.
9. Sieve AnaIysis
6.4 A binder conttnt test for transfer tape used in con-
junction with'powdered brazing filkr metals is required. 9.1 S h e analysis for powdered brazing filler metais
hail & made in accordance with ASTM B214, Stun-
dard Method for Sieve Analysis of Granular Metd
Powdprs.
5. ASTM standards can be obtained from.thc AmeriCgn
Society for Testing and Materiais, t9M Race strpCt,Pi&dcí- 9.2 Tbe resubs of sieve analysis rhalI conform to the
Ptua, Pennsylvania 19103. partick size distribution of the tcquircments of Tabk 7.
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11. Spatter Test

Table 7
Powder Mesh Designations and 11.1 The spatter test shall be performed at the same
Particle Size Distribution' time as the melt cleanliness test by bridging the crucible
or boat with a nickel channel, the legs of which are
Particle Size Distribution designed to allow a small clearance, 0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
maximum, above the crucible. ï h e bridge shall be no
Designations Sieve Size Percent more than 0.38 in. (9.6 mm) above the filler metal.
100 mesh Through No. 60 (250~4) 100 11.2 Upon completion of the test, the bottom side of
Through No. 100 (149~4) 95 min the nickel channel shall be examined at a 5X magnifica-
140 C mesh On No. i@ (149~4) 0.5 rnax tion for evidenceof any spatter. If there is no evidence of
On NO. 140 (105~4) 10 rnax spatter, the sample meets the requirements.
Through No. 325 (45~4) 20 max
140 F mesh On No. 100 (149~4) 0.5 max
On No. 140 (109~4) 10 rnax 12. Binder Content of Transfer Tape
Through No. 325 (4544 55 max
12.1 The binder content of transfer tape, shall be
325 mcsh OnNo. 200 (74~4) 0.9 rnax determined by the following method:
OnNo. 325 ( 4 5 ~ ) 10max
Through No. 325 (45~4) 90 min 12.1.1 A strip of Type 304 stainless steel approxi-
*niese arc standard ASTM sieve sizes scleacd from Table 1 of
mately 0.031 X 0.5 X 2 in. (0.8 X 13 X 51 mm), shall be
ASTM EI I , Srandard Specijicaiion/or Wire Cloth Sievesfor Test- weighed and the weight shall be recorded as Weight A.
ing hrposes.
12.1.2 The transfer tape shall be shaped to thedimen-
sions of the stainless steel strip, applied to the strip, the
plastic carrier removed, and the composite weighed.
This weight shall be recorded as Weight B.
10. Melt Cleanliness Test
12.13 Heat the composite in a vacuum or other pro-
10.1 The melt cleanliness test shall be performed on a tective atmosphere furnace to a temperature above
sample of approximately one gram of filler metal. Clean, 1oOo" F(538" C), cool under the protective atmosphere,
dry tools shall be used to extract the sample from the toless than 300" F(lS0" C) remove from the furnace and
stock, and the sample shall be placed in a clean, dense reweigh. This weight shall be recorded as Weight C.
polycrystalline alumina crucible or boat of at least
99.6% alumina. As an alternative, a fused silica crucible 12.1.4 The percentage of binder shall be calculated as
or boat that has been precleaned by air firing at a follows:
temperature of at least 2012" F (1 100" C),and stored in a
Percentage of Binder
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Weight B Weight C
x 100
dut-free container, may be used. 7
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Weight B Weight A
1 0 3 The container with the sample shall be placed in a 12.2 To meet the requirements, the binder content of
combustion tube muffle made of dense polycrystalline transfer tape shall be 6.0 percent maximum except when
alumina, or fused silica ï h e muMe shall be purged with otherwise agreed between purchaser and supplier.
dry hydrogen [-40° F(-40" C)dew point or lower], and
the sample shall be heated to a temperature of 36°F
(20" C)above the liquidus temperature established for
the material (See Table AI). It s h d be held at that Part c
temperature for ten minutes, then allowed to cool in the Manufacture, Identification
muffle to a temperature no higher than 1S0F(aso C).
At that time the flow of hydrogen shali be stopped, and
and Packaging
the sample s h d be removed for examination.
1 0 3 The fused sample shall be examined at a magnifi-
13. Method of Manufacture
cation of 5X. If it has melted completely, and has no Brazing filler metals classified according to this speci-
more than a light smokiness on the surface and no fication may be manufactured by any method that will
discrete black specks, it meets the requirements of the produce filler metals that meet the requirements of this
cleanliness test. specification. .
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14. Standard Forms, Sizes and Unit packages include coils, spools, bundles, mandrels,
,Tolerances and containers. Specific marking requirements are con-
tained in Section 17.
14.1 Standard forms and sizes of brazing filler metals
shall be as shown in Table 8. 15.2 When required by the purchase order or contract,
14.2 Dimensional tolerances of wrought wire, rod, special identification, of individual pieces of filler
sheet, and strip shall be in accordance with Table 9 and metal shall be included beyond the identification of the
10, as applicable. unit package. When so prescribed, the use of pressure
sensitive labels. or imprint marking shall become a
1 4 3 Size and tolerances of cast rod, transfer tape, requirement for conformance of filler metais to this
bonded sheet and bonded rope shall be as agreed upon specification.
between the purchaser and supplier.
15. Special Identification Labeb or 16. Packaging

Marking ,
Brazing filler metals shall be suitably packaged to
15.1 Filler metal identification is to be accomplished by ensure against damage during shipment or storage
tags, labels or appropriate marking of the unit package. under normal conditions.
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Table 8
Standard Forms and Sizes
Standard Sizes
1 Strip' Width and 0.25 (6.4 mm) to 0.002 0.05

(Coiled or Thickness 6.0 in. (150 mm) 0.08
Spooled) in multiples of 0.13
0.25 in. . 0.25
0.5 1
1
BAg Round Wire Diameter for - - -
AllCla~~i- c (coiled or wire
fications spooled), rod
(straight lengths) 1/32 (0.31) 0.8
3/64 (0.047) 1.2
- Length and 1/16 (0.062) 1.6
Diameter for 18 in. (455 mrn) and 3/32 (0.094) 24
Rod 36 in. (910 mm) 1/8 (0.125) 3.2
Powder and Mesh Size 100
' Paste 14OC
(continued)
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Table 8 (continued)
Standard Sizes
AWS Dimensions Width, Length, ThickJiw or Diameter
Classification Standard Form SpMfied or Muh S u c ia mni
Thickness 0.010 0.25

0.38
fiC2UiOnS 0.51
BAS-3 i/ 16 (0.062) 1.6
BAISi-4 bnethand 3/32 (0.094) 2.4
BMg-I (Straight diameter for 36 in. (455 mm) 1/8 (0.129 3.2
rod 5/32 (0.156) 4.0
3/16(0.188) 4.8
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BCUP-I Strip (cow w i urd 0.25 in. (6.4 mm)to 0.003 0.08
BCUP-5 or spooìcd) Thickness 6 in.(lSûmm) in 0.13
multiples of 0.25 in. 0.010 0.25
\ 0.025 0.6
Round wire Diameter
(coiled or spooled)
BCuP Round rod Length and 18 in. (455 mm) and
All Classi- (straight Diameter 36 in. (910 mm)
fications IcnW)
Rectangular Width and 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) to
wire (coils or Thickness 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) width 0.050 1.3
spools) in multiples of 1/32 in. 0.062 I .6
0.094 2.4
Rectangular Width, Ltngth i/i6,3/32 and 1/8'in. 0.109 2.8
i.od (straight and 'Ihiclrncss (I .6.2.4. and 3.2 mm) wide O. 125 3.2
lengths) I8 in. (455 mm) and 0.250 6.4
36 in. (910 mm) lengths
Powder and Mesh Sire 100
Paste 1%
14OF
325
BCU-I strip (coiled Dimensions shall be.as specified on purchase order or contract.
RBCuZn-A or spoolcd)
Diameter -
I
Round wire I / 32 (0.03 i) 0.8
BCu-1 (coiled) 1/16 (0.062) 1.6
RBCuZn-A - 3/32 (0.096) 24
RBCuZN-C
RBCuZn-D
Rod (straight
lengths)
Length and
Diameter
18 in. (455 mm) &d
36 in. (9 10 mm) I 1/8 (0.125)
5/32 (0.156)
3/ 16 (0.188)
3.2
4.0
4.8
I /4 (0.250) 6.4
5/16 (0.312) 8.0
318 (0.375) 9.5
BCu-la .Powder and
BCU-2 paste
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Table 8 (continued)
Standard Sizes
AWS Dimensions Width, Length, Thickness or Diameter
Cla~sifcation Standard Form Specirlcd or Mesh Sire in. rnm
BVCU-IX Strip, round wire Dimensions shall be as specified on purchase order or contract.
(coils or spools)
I
BNi Cast round rod 1.6
Ail Classi- (straight 3.2
fications kngthQc
except BNi-5a
BCo
<
Cast and
wrought
(bonded) foil
Width and
Thickness
1/ 8 in. (3.2 mm) to
4 in. (102mm) )-[ 0.00I
O.OOISd
0.002
0.0025-
0.025
0.037
0.05
0.06
Bonded powder Dimensions shall be as specifcd on purchase order or contract.

rope, sheet and
transfer tapec
Powder and Mesh Size 14oc

, paste 140F
325
0.025
BNi-Sa foil 1/ 8 in. (3.2 mm) to 0.037
4 in. (102mm) 0.05
0.0025 0.05
Notes:
a. BAS-2, 4-4, -22 and -26- filkr metal clad or bonded to each side of a mppx corch PISOa standard f o m n i c standard thkknesr ratio of filier
metal: copper core: filler metal cladding P 1 2 1 or 1:41.
b. BAISi-2.-5,-7.-9 and -1 I filler metal clad or bonded to one or both sida of an aluminum alloy is also a standard form.The standard thickness of
the fdlcr metal cladding is 5 to 10 percent of thc thickness of ihc aluminum alloy core.
c. Tolerances listed in Table 9 do not apply for cast rod forms.
d. Available in widths up lo 2 in. (50 mm).
c. Tolerances listed in Tabk 10 do not apply for thex bondcd powder forms.
17. Marking of Packages 17.2 Marking of any overpackingof unit packages only
requires conformancc with regulation .of D.O.T. or
17.1 The following product information (as a mini- other shipping agencies. Items listed in 17.1 arc not
mum) s h d be legibly marked on the outsideof each unit required in any overpacking.
package:
(i) AWS classification and specification (including
the year of issue) 173 ï h e íoiiowing precautionary information (as a
(2) Supplier’s name and trade designation minimum) shall be prominently displayed in legible
(3) Sizc and net weight print on all packages of brazing filler metais including
(4) Lot, control, or heat number individual unit packages enclosed within a larger
(5) Date of manufacture for tape and paste package.
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BAg-2, BAg-Za, BAg-3, BAg-27, and BAg-33 shall have

WARN1NG : as a minimum, the following cadmium warning, perma-
Protect yourself and others. nently affixed and prominently displayed in legible print.
Read and understand this information. ~~ ~~~
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous t o your DANCER:

health. CONTAINS CADMIUM. Protect yourself and
HEAT RAYS (INFRARED RADIATION from others. Read andundentand this label.
flame or hot metal) can injure eyes. FUMES ARE POISONOUS AND CAN KILL
Before use, read, understand, and follow the manu- Before use, read, understand, and follow the manu-
facturer's instructions, Materia! Safety Data Sheets facturer's instructions, Material Safety Datasheets
(MSDSs), and your employer's safety practices. (MSDSs) and your employer's safety practices.
Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe fumes. Even briefexposure to high
Use enough ventilation, exhaust at the work, or concentrations should be avoided.
both, to keep fumes and gases from your breathing Use only with enough ventilation, exhaust at the
zone and the general area. work, or both to keep fumes from your breathing
Wear correct eye, ear, and body protection. zone and the general area. If this cannot be done,
See American National Standard 249.1, Safety in use air supplied respirators.
Wèiding and Cutting, published by the American Keep children away when using.
Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, P.O. See American Standard 249. I, Safety in Welding
Box 351040, Miami, Florida 33135; OSHA Safety and Cutting available from the American Welding
and Health Standards. 29 CFR 1910, available Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road,P.O. Box 351040
from the U.S.Government Printing Office, Wash- Miami, Florida 33135; OSHA Safety and Health
ington, DC 20402. Stundards, 29 CFR 1910, available from the U.S.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL Government Printing Office, Washington, DC
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20402.
If chest pain, shortness of breath# cough, or fever
7.4 In addition to the precautionary information in develop after use, obtain medical help immediately.
17.3, all packages (including individual unit packages DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL
enclosed within a larger package) of BA$-!, BAg-la,
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Table 9
Tolerances for Wrought Wire and Rod"
Tolerances f
Rectangular
Nominal Sizeb Round Thickness Width
Form Condition in. mrn in. mm in. mrn in. mm
Wire Cold Drawn or 0.010-0.020incl. 0.25-0.51 0.0003 0.008 0.0008 O.OU1 0.005 0.13
Cold Rollcd over 0.020-0.030 incl. 0.51 -0.8 0.0005 0.013 0.0016 0.041 0.005 0.13
over 0.030-O.Wincl. 0.8-1.0 0.0007 0.018 0.0018 0.046 0.005 0.13
overO.W-0.050incl. 1.0-1.3 0.0008 0.020 0.0020 0.051 0.005 0.13
over0.050-O.Wincl. 1.3-1.5 0.0010 0.025 0.0025 0.064 0.005 0.13
over 0.060-0.080 incl. 1.5-20 0.0015 0.038 0.003 0.08 0.005 0.13
over0.080-0.2SOincl. 2.0-6.4 0.0020 0.051 0.004 0.10 0.005 0.13
Rod Cold Drawn 5/32 and under 4.0 0.003 0.08 0.009 0.23 0.010 0.25
or Cold Rolled 3/ 16 and over 4.8 0.004 0.10 0.010 0.25 0.010 0.25
(round, rectan-
guiar or square)
Rod Hot Roiled or 3/64-i/i6 ind. 1.2-1.6 0.005 0.13 0.008 0.20 0.010 0.25
& Extruded over l/i6-1/8 incl. 1.6-3.2 0.006 0.15 0.009 0.23 0.010 0.25
Wire over i/8-3/16 incl. 3.2-4.8 0.007 0.18 0.009 0.23 0.010 0.25
over 3/16-1/4 incl. 4.8-6.4 0.008 0.20 0.010 0.25 0.010 0.25
Notes:
a. Tolerances for cast reshall be &'agreed by purchaser and supplier.
b. Diameter for round; thickness or width for rcciangular.
Table 10
Tolerances for Foil Strip and Sheet
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Thickness Tolerance f
Width Width
8 in. (200 mm) over 8 in.
Nominal Thickness and under (200 mm)
in. mm in. mm in. mm
0.006 and under 0.15 and under O.OOO6 0.015 0.0008 0.020
over 0.006-0.013 incl. over 0.15-0.33 incl. 0.0010 0.025 0.00 I o 0.025
over 0.013-0.021 incl. over 0.33 -0.53 incl. 0.0015 0.038 0.0015 0.038
over 0.021 -0.026 incl. over 0.53-0.66 incl. 0.0020 0.0s 0.0020 0.05 1
Width Tolerance f
ïñickncss of Thickness of
0.062 in. (I 5 9 mm) 0.063 in. (1 .óû mm) to
Nominal Width and under 0.125 in. (3.18 mm) ind.
in. mm in. mrn in. mm
0.062 - I .o 159 to 2s incl 0.005 0.13 0.007 o. 18
over 1.0-20 incl. over 25-5 1 incL 0.005 0.13 0.009 0.23
over 20-6.0 incl. -
over 5 i I52 incl. 0.005 0.13 0.012 0.30
over 6.0- 15.0 incl. over 152-381 incl. 0.007 0.18 0.017 0.43
over 15.0-20.0 incl. over 381-508 incL 0.007 0.18 0.0 I7 0.43
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Appendix
Guide to AWS Specification for
Filler Metals for Brazing and Braze Welding
(This Appendix is not a part of ANSI/ AWS A5.8-92, Specij2ationfor Filler Metalsfor Brazing and Braze WeIding,
but is included for information only.)
Al. Introduction with properties suitable for making joints by capillary

action between closely fitted surfaces.
Al.1 This guide hás k e n prepared as an aid to users of
brazing filler metals, to hdp them determinewhich classi-
fication of brazing filler metal is b a t for a particular job.
n i e AWS Brazing Handbook should be consulted for
A2. Method 'of Classification
more detailed information. If the component will have A2.1 The classificationmethod for brazing filler metals
critical applications, the latest edition of ANSI/ AWS is based on chemical composition rather than on
C3.3, Recommended Practices for Design, Manufac- mechanical prgperty requirements. The mechanical
ture, and Inspection of Critical Brazed Components, properties of a brazed joint depend; among o t k things,
should be followed. on the base metal and filler metal wd. Therefore, a
classification method based on mechanical properties
A1.2 This specification is intended to provide both the
would be misleading since it would only apply if the
supplier and the user of brazing filler metals with a guide
brazing filler metal were used on a given base metal with
for production control and a basis of acceptance
a specific joint design. If a user of brazing filler metal
through mutually acceptable standard requirements.
desires to determine the mechanical properties of a given
This specification classZes only those filler metals that
were commercially significant at the time it was issued. base metal and filler metal combination, tests should be
conducted using the latest edition of ANSI/AWS C3.2,
Other brazing filler metals, as they become commer-
cially significant, may be added to the specification, and
Standard Merhodfor Evaluating the Strength of Brazed
those that lose their commercial significance may be
Joints.
dropped. A2.2 Brazing filler metals are standardized into seven
groups of classifications as follows: silver, gold, alumi-
A 1 3 Brazing is a group of welding processes that pro-
duces coalescence of materials by heating them to the num, copper, nickel, cobalt, and magnesium filler
brazing temperature in the presence of a filler metal metals. Many filler metals of these classifications arc
having a liquidus above 840" F (450" C)and below the used for joining assemblies for vacuum applications,
such as vacuum tubes and other electronic devices. For
solidus of the base metal. n i e filler metal is distributed
betwen the closeiy fitted faying surfaces of the joint by these critical applications, it is desirable to hold the high
capillary action. vapor pressure elements to a minimum, as they usually
contaminate the vacuum with vaporized elements dur-
A1.4 Brazing filler metals are metals that are added ing operation of the device. Filler metals for electronic
when making a braze. They have a liquidus below that of devices have been incorporated as additional "vacuum
the materials, being brazed and above 840°F (450" C), grade" classificationswithin this specifcation.
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16
A2.3 The basicgrgups ofdassiíications of brazing filler stitutes the supplier's or manufacturer's certification
metal arc identified, as shown in Tables 1 through 6, by that the product meets all of the requirements of the
the principal element in their chemical composition.In a specification.
typical example, such as BCuP-2, the "B"k for brazing The only testing requirement implicit in this "certifi-
filler metal (as the "E" for electrodes and the "R" for cation" is that the manufacturer has actually conducted
welding rods in other AWS specifications). The"RB"in the tests required by the specification on filler metal that
RBCuZn-A, RBCuZn-C, and RBCuZn-D indicates is representative of that being shipped and that the filler
that the filler metal is suitable as a welding rod and as a metal met the requirements of this specification. Repre-
brazing filler metal. "CUP" is for copper-phosphorus, sentative filler metal, in this case, is any production run
the two principal elements in this particular brazing of that classification from the same heat or lot. The basis
filler metal. (Similarly, in other brazing filler metais, Si is for the certification required by the specification is the
for silicon, Ag for silver, etc., using standard chemical c l d i c a t i o n test of 'representative filler metal" cited
symbols.) The numeral or letter following the chemical above, and the Manufacturer's Quality Assurance Pro-
symbol indicates chemical composition within a group. gram in ANSIIAWS A5.01.
The vacuum grade nomenclaturefollowsthe examples
above, with two exceptions. "he first exception is the
addition of the letter "V", yielding the generic letters
"BV" for brazing filler metals for vacuum service. The A5. Ventilation During Brazing
second exception is the use of the grade suffix number; AF.1 The following five major factors govern the quan-
Grade 1 to indicate the more stringent requirements for tity of fumes to which brazers and brazing operators can
high vapor pressure impurities, and Grade 2 to indicate be exposed during brazing:
less stringent requirements for high vapor pressure (i) Dimensions of the space in which brazing is done
impurities. Vacuum grade filler metals are considered to (with special regard to the height of the ceiling)
be spatter-free. ïherefore, this specification no longer (2) Number of brazers and brazing operators work-
lists spatter-free and nonspatter-freevacuum grades. An ing in that space
example of a filler metal for vacuum service is BVAg-ób, (3) Rate of evolution of fumes, gases, or dust, accord-
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Grade 1. Table 6 listsfûkr metals for vacuum service. ing to the materials and praccssts involved
(4) The proximity of the brazer or brazing operators
to the fumes as they issue from the brazing zone, and to
A3. Acceptance the gases and dusts in the space in which they are
Acceptance of ail brazingfiller metals classified under working
this specificátion b in accordance with ANSIIAWS ( 5 ) The ventilation provided to the space in which the
A5.01, Filler Meta brazing is done
specification states. A5.2 American National Standard ZA9.1-88 discusses
the supplier,-for filler the ventilation that is required during welding and
this specification, sh clearly stated in the pur- should be referred to for details. Attention is partkularly
c h a s order, accordingto the provisions of ANSIIAWS drawn to Section 5 of that document, "Ventilation."
AS.01. In tkc absence of any such statement in the
purchase Drder, the supplier may ship the fultr metal
with whatever testing the supplier normally conducts on
f i e r metal of that classification, as specified in Schedule A6. Brazing Considerations
F,Table I,ofANSI/AWS A5.01.Testinginaccordance A6.1 To avoid confusion, solidus and liquidus arc spec-
with any other Scheduie in that Table should be specif- ified instead of melting and flow points. ï h c terms
caiiy required by the purchase order. In such cases,
solidus and liqulcius defmcd as foilow:'
acceptance of the fder metal shipped should be in
(i) Solidus. The highest temperature under equilib-
;socordanœwith those nquircments.
rium conditions at which the metal is completely soiid;
that is, the temperature at which mclting,s@qts.
(2) Liquidus. Rie lowest temperature under oquilib-
rium conditions at which the metal is completely liquid;
A4. Certification that is, the temperature at whkh freezing starts.
The act of piacing the AWS spccifcation and classi-
fication designations on the packaging enclosing the
product, or the classification on the product itself, con- 1. ASM Handbook, 8th Ed. %il.
17
A6.2 Table A l in the Appendix lists the solidus, liqui- should be followed. BAg-1 is more economical (Iess
dus, and also the recommended brazing temperature silver) than BAg-la.
range for the various brazing filler metals. When brazing
with some brazing filler metals (particularly those with a A7.1.2 BAg-la brazing filler metal has properties
wide temperature range between solidus and liquidus), similar to BAg-I. BAg-la has a narrower melting range
the several constituents of the filler metals tend to sepa- than BAg-1 making it slightly more Ire-flowing. It also
rate during the melting process. The lower melting con- has a higher silver plus copper: zinc plus cadmium ratio
stituent will flow, leaving behind an unmelted residue or resulting in a slight increase in its resistance to corrosion
skull of the high-melting constituent. This occurrence, in chlorine, suifur, and steam environments. Either
called liquation, is usually undesirable in that the composition may be used where low-temperature, free-
unrnelted skull does not readily flow into the joint. flowing filler metals are desired. 'Mis filler metal con-
However, where wide joint clearance occurs, a filler tains cadmium. The special precautions of the warning
metal with a wide temperature range will usually fill the label in 17.4 should be followed.
capillary joint more easily.
A7.1.3 BAg-2 brazing fillcr metal, like BAg-I, is frce-
A 6 3 Brazing requires an understanding of several ele- flowing and suited for general-purpose work. Its broader
ments of procedures which are beyond the scope of thb melting range is helpful where clearancesare wide or arc
Appendix. ï ñ e latest edition of the AWS Brazing not uniform. Unless heating is rapid, care must be taken
Handbook should be referred to for particulars on such that the lower melting constituents d o not separate out
items as cleaning, brazing fluxes, brazing atmospheres, by liquation. This filler metal contains cadmium, and
joint clearances, etc. Also, the latest edition of ANSI/ the special precautions of the warning label in 17.4,
AWS C3.3, Recommended Practicesfor Design, Manu- should be followed.
facture, and Inspection of Critical Brazed Components,
should be referred to for information on procedures for A7.1.4 BAg-2a brazing filler metal is similar to
critical components. BAg-2, but is more economical than BAg-2, since it
contains five percent less silver. This filler metal contains
cadmium. The special precautions of the warning label
A7. Brazing Characteristics and in i 7.4 should be follo'wed.
Applications A7.1.5 BAg-3 brazing filler metal is a m d i c a t i o n of
A7.1 BAg Classifications (Silver). Brazisg filler metals BAg-Ia, Le., nickel is added. It has good corrosion
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of the BAg classificatio4 are used for joining most resistance in manne environment and caustic media
ferrous and nonferrous metals, excepCaluminum and When used on stainlesssteel, it w$ inhibit crcvict(inter-
magnesium. These filler metals have good brazing p r o p face) coyosion. Because its nickel content improves
erties and are suitable for preplacement in the joint; or . . wctabllity oirtungsten carbide tool tips, theìargcstuse is
for manual feeding into thejoint. Although lap joints are to brazecarbide tool assemblies. Melting range and low
generally used, butt joints may be used if requirements fluidity make BAg-3 suitable for forming largerfdkts or
are icss stringent. Joint cltarances of O.Ci01 to 0.005 in. filling wide joint clcarahces. This filler metal contains
(0.025 to O. 13 mm) are recommended for proper capil- cadmium. The special precautions of the warning label
lary action. Flux is generally required, however, on most in 17.4 should bç followed.
metals. When furnace brazing in a protective atmos-
phere, flux is generally not required. If filler metais A7.1.6 BAg-4 brazing filler metal, like BAg-3, Ùused
containing zinc or cadmium are used in a protective extensively for carbide tip brazing, but flows I n s freely
atmosphere furnace, the zinc or cadmbm u vaporized than BAg-3. Thisfiller metal does not contain cadmium.
changing chemical composition as well as the soiidus
A7.1.7 BAg-5 and -6 brazing filler m a i s are used
and liquidus. Therefore, f i e r metais free of cadmhm or especiafiyforbrazingin the electrical industry. They are
zinc are rccommendai for furnace brazing in a protec-
also used, along with BAg-7 and -24, in the dairy and
tive atmosphere.
food industries where the use of cadmiurncontaining
A7.1.1 BAg-I brazing f i r metal has thelowest braz- íilkr metals is prohibited. BAg-5 is an excellent filer
ing temperature range of the BAg filler metals. It also metal for brazing brass parts (such as in ships piping,
flows most freely into narrow clearance capillaryjoints. band instruments, etc.). S i n a BAgd has a broad
Its narrow melting range U suitable for rapid or slow melting range and fa-flowing as BAg-1 and -2,
methods of heating. This filler metal contains cadmium. it is a better filler metal for filling wide joint cicaranas or
The special precautions of the wam¡ng label in 17.4 forming Iarge fdkas.
Table A l
Solidus, Liquidus, and Brazing Temperature Ranges
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soliius Liquidus Brazing Temperature Range
AWS
Classification O F OC O F O C "F OC
SILVER
BAg-I 1125 607 1145 618 1145-1400 618-760
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BAg-la 1160 627 1175 635 1175- 1400 635 -760

BAg-2 1125 607 1295 702 1295-1550 702-043 '
BAg-2a 1125 607 1310 710 1310-1550 710-843
w.3-3 1170 632 1270 688 1270-1500 688-816
BAg4 1240 67 1 1435 779 -
1435 1650 n9-899
BAg-5 1225 663 1370 743 -
1370 1550 743 -843
BAgd 1270 688 1425 774 1425-1600 -
774 87 1
BAg-7 1145 618 1205 652 1205 - 1400 652-760
BAg-8 1435 779 I435 779 1435-1650 779-899
BAg-8a 1410 766 1410 766 1410-1600 766-871
BAg-9 1240 67 I I325 718 1325-1550 718-843
BAg-IO 1275 69 I 1360 738 1360- I550 738-843
BAg-13 1325 718 I575 857 1575-1775 857-968
BAg-J3a I420 77 I 1640 893 1600-18M 871-982
BAg-I8 1115 602 I325 718 -
1325 I550 718-843
BAg-19 1400 760 1635 89 I 1610-1800 -
877 982
BAg-20 1250 677 1410 766 1410-1600 766-871
B Ag-21 1275 69 I 1475 802 1475- 1650 802 - 899
BAg-22 1260 680 1290 699 1290-1525 -
699 830
BAg-23 1760 960 1780 970 1780- 1900 970-1038
BAg-24 I220 660 I305 750 1305-1550 750-843
BAg-26 I305 705 1475 800 1475-1600 800-870
BAg-27 I125 605 I375 745 1375- 1575 -
745 860
BAg-28 I 200 649 1310 710 1310-1.550 710-843
BAg-33 1125 607 I260 682 1260-14oq 681-760
BAg-34 1200 649 1330' 72 1 1330- 1550 721 -843
BAg-35 1265 685 1390 754 1390- 1545 754-841
BAg-36 I195 646 1251 677 1251-1495 677-813
BAg-37 i 270 688 1435 779 1435-1625 779-885
BVAg-O 1761 %I 1761 961 -
I761 1900 -
961 1038
BVAgób 1435 779 1602 ' 872 1600-1800 871 -982
BVAg-8 i435 779 i435 779 -
1435 1650 779 -899
BVAg-8b 1435 779 1463. 795 1470-1650 799-899
BVAg-18 1115 602 I325 718 1325-1550 718-843
BVAg-29 1155 624 I305 707 1305-1450 707 -788
BVAg-30 1485 807 I490 810 1490- 1700 8 10-927
BVAg-3 I 1515 824 I565 852 -
1565 1625 852-885
BV Ag-32 1650 900 I 740 950 1740-1800 950-982
GOLD
BAU-] 1815 99! 1860 1016 1860-2Wl 1016- 1093
BAU-2 1635 89 1 1635 89 1 1635-1850 -
89 I 1010
BAU-3 I785 974 i 885 1029 1885- 1995 1029-1091
0Au4 1740 949 1740 949 1740- 1840 949-1004
BAU-5 2075 1135 2130 1lb6 2 I30-225O 1166- I232
BAu-6 1845 1007 191s 1046 I 915 -2050 1046-1 I21
BVAU-2 1635 89 I 1635, 891 1635- I850 491 -;1010
BVAu-4 1740 949 1740 949 1740- 1840 94?-KK)4
BVAU-7 MI5 1102 2050 I121 2050-21 H) 1121-.I 154
WAU-8 ' 2190 1200 2265 1240 2265 -2325 1210- i274
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Table A l (continued)
Solidus Liquidus Brazing Tcrnperaturc Range
AWS
ClassiTication O F O C O F OC O F OC
PALLADIUM
BVPd-I 2245 I 230 2255 I235 2255-2285 1235- I252
ALUMINUM
BAlSi-2 1070 577 1142 617 I I 10- 1150 599-621
BAlSi-3 970 521 1085 585 1060- 1120 571 -604
BAISi-4 1070 577 1080 582 -
IO80 I I 20 582-604
BAISI-S I 070 577 1095 59I 1090-1 120 588-604
BAISI-7 1038 559 1105 596 1090- 1120 588-604
BAIS¡-9 1044 562 1080 582 1080- I 120 582-604
BAlSi-I 1 1038 559 1105 596 1090- 1120 588-604
COPPER
BCU-I 1981 1083 1981 IO83 2000-2100 1093- I I49
BCu-la 1981 1083 1981 1083 2000-2100 1093- I149
BVCU-IX I98 1 1083 198I 1083 2000-2100 1093-1149
BCU-2 1981 1083 1981 . 1083 2000-2100 1093-1149
RBCuZn-A I 630 888 1650 899 1670- 1750 9 I O -954
RBCuZn-B 1590 866 I620 882 1620- 1800 882-982
RBCuZn-C 1590 866 1630 888 1670- I750 910-954
RBCuZn-D 1690 921 1715 935 1720- 1800 938-982
BCUP-I 1310 710 1695 924 1450- 1700 788-927
BCUP-2 1310 710 1460 793 1350- 1550 732-843
BCUP-3 1190 643 1495 813 1325- 1500 718-816
BCuP-4 I190 643 1325 718 1275-1450 691 -788
BCUP-5 I190 643 1475 802 1300-1500 704-816
BCuP-6 I190 643 1450 788 1350- 1500 732-816
BCUP-7 1190 643 1420 77 I 1300- 1500 704-816
NICKEL
BNi-I I790 977 1900 1038 I950 - 2200 1066- 1204
BNi- I a 1790 977 1970 1077 I970- 2200 1077- 1204
BNi-2 I 780 97I 1830 999 1850-2150 1010-1 177
BNi-3 1800 982 1900 1038 1850-2150 1010- I177
3Ni4 I 800 982 I950 1o66 I850 - 2150 1010-1177
BNi-5 1975 1079 2075 1 I35 2100-2200 1149- 1204
BNi-Sa 1931 1065 2111 I150 2 100- 2200 1149-1204
BNi-6 1610 877 1610 877 1700-2000 927-1093
BNi-7 I630 888 1630 888 1700-2000 927-1093
BNi-8 1800 982 I8 9 1010 189-2000 1010-1093
BNi-9 1930 1o55 1930 I055 1950-2200 1066-1204
BNi-10 1780 970 2020 1 IO5 2100-ZMO 1149- 1204
BNI-I I I780 970 2003 1095 2100-2200 1149- 1204
COBALT
BCo-1 2050 1 I20 2100 I149 2100-2250 1149-1232
MAGNESIUM
BMg-I 830 443 1110 599 I 120- 1160 604-627
*Solidus and liquidur shown arc for the nominal composition in each classZcation.
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A7.1.8 BAg-7 brazing filler metal, a cadmium-free higher brazing temperature applications where precip-
substitute for BAg-I, is low-melting with good flow and itation-hardening heat treatment and brazing are
wetting properties. Typical applications include the combined.
following:
(1) For food equipment where cadmium must be A7.1.16 BAg-20 brazing filler metal possesses good
avoided wetting and flow characteristics, and has a brazing
(2) To minimize stress corrosion cracking of nickel or temperature range higher than the popular Ag-Cu-Zn-
nickel-base alloys at low brazing temperatures Cd compositions. Due to its good brazing properties,
(3) Where the white color will improve color match freedom from cadmium, and a more economical silver
with the base metal content, new uses for this filler metal are being
developed.
A7.1.9 BAg-8 brazing filler metal is suitable for fur-
nace brazing in a protective atmosphere without the use A7.1.17 BAg-21 brazing filler metal is used in brazing
of a flux, as well as for brazing procedures requiring a AIS1 300 and 400 series stainless steels, as well as the
flux. It is usually used on copper or copper alloys. When precipitation hardening nickel and steel alloys. BAg-2 1
molten, BAg-8 is very fluid and may flow out over the is particularly suited to furnace brazing in a protective
workpiece surfaces during some furnace brazing appli- atmosphere because of the absence of zinc and cad-
cations. It can also be used on stainless steel, nickel-base mium. It does not require a flux for proper brazing when
alloys and carbon steel, although its wetting action on the temperature is 1850°F (iOiO°C) or above. It
these metals is slow. Higher brazing temperatures will requires a high brazing temperature, and it flows in a
improve flow and wetting. sluggish manner. "he nickel-rich layer (halo) formed
along the fillet edges during melting and flow of the filler
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A7.1.10 BAg-8a brazing filler metal is used for braz- metal prevcnt crevice (interface) corrosion of stainless
ing in a protective atmosphere and is advantageous steels. This is particularly important for the 400 series
when brazing precipitation-hardening and other stain- steels that do not contain nickel and are, therefore, more
less steels in the 1400 to 1600" F (760 to 870° C ) range. susceptible to crevice (interface) corrosion. BAg-21 has
The lithium content serves to promote wetting and to been used for brazing stainless steel vanes of aircraft gas
increase the flow of the filler metal on difficult-to-braze turbine engines.
metals and alloys. Lithium is particularly helpful on
base metals containing minor amounts of titanium or A7.1.18 BAg-22 is a low-temperature, cadmium-free
aluminum. filler metal with improved brazing characteristics over
BAg-3, particularly in brazing tungsten carbide tools.
A7.1.11 BAg-9 and -10 filler metais are used particu-
A7.1.19 BAg-23 is a high-temperature, free-flowing
larly for joining sterling silver. These filler metals have
different brazing temperatures and so can be used for filler meta1 usable both for torch brazing and furnace
brazing in a protective atmosphere. This fiiier metal is
step brazing of successive joints. The color, after braz-
mainly used in brazing stainless steel, nickel-base and
ing, approximates the color of sterling silver.
cobalt-base alloys for high-temperature applications. If
A7.1.12 BAg-13 brazing filler metal is used for this filler metal is used in a hard vacuum atmosphere, a
service temperatures up to 700"F (370' C). Its low zinc loss of manganese will occur due to its high vapor p m -
content makes it suitable for furnace brazing. sure. Thus, a soft vacuum, produced by inert gas back
filling a hard vacuum, is desirable when brazing with this
A7.1.13 BAg-13a brazing filler metal is similar to filler metal.
BAg-13, except that it contains no Zinc, which is advan-
tageous where volatilization is objectionable in furnace A7.1.20 BAg-24brazing filler metal is low-melting,
brazing. free-flowing, cadmium-free, and suitable for use injoin-
ing "300" series stainless steels (particularly food-
A7.1.14 BAg-18 brazing filler metal is similar to handling equipment and hospital utensils), and s m d
BAg-8 in its applications. Its tin content helps promote tungsten carbide inserts in cutting tools.
wetting on stainless steel, nickel-base alloys, and carbon
steel. BAg-18 has a lower liquidus than BAg-8 and is A7.1.21 BAg-26 brazing filler metal is a low-süver,
uscd in step brazing applications where fluxless brazing cadmium-free filler metal suitabk for carbide and stain-
is important. kss steel brazing. The filler metal is characterized by its
low brazing temperature, good wetting and flow, and
A7.1.15 BAg-19 brazing filler metal is used for the moderate-strength joints when used with these base
same applications as BAg-la BAg-19 is often used in metals.
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A7.1.22 BAg-27 brazing filler metal is similar to A7.2.2 BAu-4 brazing filler metal is used to braze a
BAg-2 but has lower silver and is somewhat more sub- wide range of high-temperature iron- and nickel-base
ject to liquation, due to a wider melting range. This filler alloys.
metal contains cadmium. The special precautions of the
warning label in 17.4 should be followed. A7.2.3 BAU-5 brazing filler metal is primarily used
for joining heat- and corrosion-resistant base metals
A7.1.23 BAg-28 brazing filler metal has a lower braz- where corrosion-resistant joints with good strength at
ing temperature with a narrower melting range than high temperatures are required. This filler metal is well
other cadmium-free classifications with similar silver suited for furnace brazing under protective atmospheres
content. BAg-28 also has free-flowing characteristics. (including vacuum).
A7.1.24 BAg-33 brazing filler metal was developed to A7.2.4 BAu-6 brazing filler metai is primarily used
minimize brazing temperature for a filler metal contain- for joining of iron and nickel-base superalloysfor SCMCC
ing 25 percent silver. It has a lower liquidus and, there- at elevated temperature. This filler metal is well suited
fore, a narrower melting range than BAg-27. Its higher for furnace brazing under protective atmospheres (in-
total zinc plus cadmium content may require more care cluding vacuum).
during brazing. The special precautions of the warning
label in 17.4 should be followed. A 7 3 B A S Classifications (Aluminum-Silicon). Braz-
ing filler metals of the BAIS classifications arc used for
A7.1.25 BAg-34 brazing filler metal is a cadmium- joining the following grades of aluminum and alumi-
free-filler metal with free-flowing characteristics. The num alloys; 1060, 1350, 1100, 3003, 3004, 3005. 5005,
brazing temperature range is similar to that of BAg-2 5050,6053,6061,6951,7005, and cast alloys 710.0 and
and BAg-2a, making it an ideal substitute for these filler 711.0. Joint clearances of 0.006 to 0.010 in. (0.15 to
metals. 0.25 mm) are common for members which overlap less
than 1/4 in. (6.4 mm). Joint clearances up to 0.025 in.
A7.1.26 BAg-35 is a cadmium-free filler metal used (0.64 mm) are used for members which overlap more
for brazing ferrous and nonferrous base metals. It is a than 1/4 in. Fluxing is essential for all processes, except
moderate temperature filler metal frequently used for when brazing aluminum in a vacuum. After brazing
production brazing applications. with flux, the brazed parts should be cleaned thor-
A7.l.n BAg-36 is a low temperature, cadmium-free, oughly. Immersion in boiling water generally will
filler metal suitable for brazing ferrous and nonferrous remove the residue. If this is not adequate, the parts are
base metals. The lower brazing temperature makes it a usually immerseä in a concentrated commercial nitric
useful replacement for several of the cadmium-bearing acid, or other suitable acid solution and then rinsed
classifications. thoroughly.
A7.3.1 BAlSi-2 brazing filler metal is available as
A7.1.28 BAg-37 brazing filler metal is a cadmium-
sheet and as a cladding on one or both sides of a brazing
free material frequently used for brazing steel, copper
sheet having a core of either 3003 or 6951 aluminum
and brass. The low silver content makes it an economi-
alloy. It is used for furnace and dip brazing only.
cal filler metal suitable for applications where lower
ductility is acceptable. A73.2 BAIS-3 is a general purpose brazing filler
metal. It is used with ali brazing processes, with some
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A 7 3 BAU ClassiTications (Cold). Brazing filler metals casting alloys, and where limited flow is desired.
of the BAU classifications are used for the brazing of
iron, nickel, and cobalt base metals where better ductil- A 7 3 3 BAISi4 is a general purpose brazing filler
ity or a greater resistance to oxidation and corrosion is metal. It is used with all brazing processes requiring a
required. Because of their low rate of ìnteraction with free-flowing filler metal and good corrosion resistance.
the base metal, they are commonly used on thin base A73.4 BAlSi-5 brazing filler metal is available as
metals. These filler metals arc usually uscd with induc- sheet and as a cladding on one side or both sides of a
tion, furnace, or resistance brazing in a p r o t d v e brazing sheet having a core of 6951 aluminum alloy.
atmosphere. In these cases, no flux is used. For other BAS-5 is used for furnace and dip brazing at a lower
applications, a borax-boric acid flux is used. temperature than BAIS-2. The core alloy anploycd in
brazing sheet with this filler metal cladding can be solu-
A7.2.1 BAU-I, -2, and -3 brazing fuler metals, when
tion heat-treated and aged.
used for different joints in the same assembly, permit
variation in brazing temperature so that stepbrazing A 7 3 3 BAiSi-7 is a filler metal suitable for brazing in
can be used. a vacuum, available as a cladding on one or both s i d a of
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a brazing sheet having a core of 3003 or 6951 aluminum A7.4.4 BCuP-6 brazing filler metal combines some
alloy. The 695 I alloy core can be solution heat-treated of the properties of BCuP-2 and BCuP-3. It has the
and aged after brazing. ability to fill wide joint clearances at the lower end of its
brazing range. At the high end of the brazing range it is
A73.6 BAIS-9 is a filler metal suitable for brazing in more fluid. Joint clearances of 0.002 to 0.005 in. (0.06 to
a vacuum, available as a cladding on one side or both 0.13 mm) are recommended.
sides of a brazing sheet having a core of 3003 aluminum
alloy and is typically used in heat-cxchanger applica- A7.4.5 BCUP-7 brazing filler metal is slightly more
tions to join fins made from 5000 or 6ooo series alumi- fluid than BCuP-3 or -5 and has a lower liquidus
num alloys. temperature. It is used extensively in the form of pre-
placed rings in heat exchanger and tubing joints. Joint
A73.7 BAIS-1 1 is a brazing sheet clad on one or two clearances of 0.002 to 0.005 in. (0.06 to 0.13 mm) are
sides of alloy3105 to form acomposite sheet suitable for recommended.
brazing in a vacuum, designed for brazing in a multizone
furnace where the vacuum level is interrupted one or A 7 3 BCu and RBCuZn Classifications (Copper) and
more times during a brazing cycle. The composite can be (Copper-Zinc). Brazing filler metals of the BCu and
used in batch-type vacuum furnaces; however, vacuum RBCuZn classifications are used for joining various
sheet suitable for brazing with a 3003 core is more ferrous and nonferrous metals. They can also be used
resistant to erosion. The maximum brazing temperature with various brazing processes. However, with the
for the BAIS-I 1/3105 composite is 11 10’F (595OC). RBCuZn filler metals, overheating should be avoided.
Voids may be formed in the joint by entrapped zinc
A7.4 BCuP Classifications(Copper-Phosphorus). Braz- vapors.
ing filier metals of the BCuP classifications are used
primarily forjoining copper and copper alloys, although A7.5.I BCu-I brazing filler metal is used for joining
they have some limited use on silver, tungsten, and ferrous metals, nickel-base alloys and copper-nickel
molybdenum. These filler metals should not be used on alloys. It is very free-flowing and is often used in furnace
ferrous or nickel-base alloys or copper-nickel alloys con- brazing, with a protective atmosphere of partially-
taining a nickel content in excess of 10 percent as brittle combusted natural gas, hydrogen, dissociated ammonia
intermetallic compounds are formed at the filler metal/ or nitrogen-base atmosphere and generally no flux. On
base metal interface. They are suitable for all brazing metals that have constituents with difficult-to-reduce
processes. These fdler metals have self-fluxing proper- oxides (chromium, manganese, silicon, titanium, vana-
ties when used on copper; however, a flux is recom- dium, and aluminum) a flux may be required. However,
mended when used on all other base metals, including pure dry hydrogen, argon, dissociated ammonia, and
alloys of copper. Corrosion resistance is satisfactory, vacuum atmospheres are suitable for base metals con-
except when the joint is in contact with sulfurous taining chromium, manganese, or silicon. Flux also may
atmospheres. It should be n8ted that the brazing be used with zinc-containing base metals to retard
temperature ranges begin below the liquidus (see vaporization. Vacuum atmospheres, electrolytic nickel
Table AI). plating, or both, are used for base metals containing
titanium and aluminum.
A7.4.1 BCuP-I brazing filler metal is particularly
suited for resistance brazing applications. This filler A7.5.2 BCu-la brazing filler metal is a powder form
metal is somewhat more ductile and less fluid at brazing similar to BCu-1, and its application and use are similar
to tho% of BCU-I.
temperature than other BCuP filer metals containing
more phosphorus. Joint clearances of 0.003 to 0.005 in. A 7 5 3 BCu-2 brazing filler metal is supplied as a
(0.08 to 0.13 mm) are recommended. coppersxide suspension in an organic vehicle. Its appli-
cations are similar to BCu-I and -Ia.
A7.4.2 BCuP-2 and 4 brazing filler metals are very
fluid at brazing temperatures and will penetrate joints A7.5.4 RBCuZn-A2 brazing filler metal’is used on
with smail clearances. Best results are obtained with steels, copper, copper alloys, nickel, nickel alloys, and
clearances of 0.001 to 0.003 in. (0.03to 0.08 mm). stainless steel where corrosion resistance is not of impor-
tance. It is used with torch, furnace, and induction
A7.4.3 BCuP-3 and -5 brazing filler metals may be
used where narrow joint clearances cannot be held. ~ ~~
Joint clearances of 0.002 to 0.005 in. (0.06 to O. i 3 mm) 2. RBCuZn-X Filler metals are used for braze welding
arc recommended. applications.
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brazing processes. Fluxing is generally required, and a I X IO-' Torr (0.13 Pa) at 1 9 5 0 O F (1066OC) without
borax-boric acid flux is commonly used. Joint clearances removal of the phosphorus.
from 0.002 to 0.005 in. (0.05 to O. I3 mm) are suitable. Greater strength and ductility in this group of filler
metals is obtainable by diffusion brazing.
A7.5.5 RBCuZn-B (low-fuming brass-nickel) weld-
ing rods are similar to RBCuZn-A, but contain addi- A7.6.1 BNi-I filler metal was the first of the nickel
tions of iron and manganese which serve to increase the filler metais to be developed. The nickel, chromium, and
hardness and strength. In addition, a small amount of iron contents render it suitable for brazing nickel, chro-
silicon (0.04-0.15 percent) serva to control the vaporiza- mium or iron base metals. While high carbon content in
tion of the zinc; hence, the "low-fuming" property. The 300 series stainless steels is usually metallurgically unde-
nickel addition (0.2 to 0.8 percent) assures uniform dis- sirable from a corrosion standpoint, the high carbon in
tribution of the iron in the deposit. BNi-I would appear to make it undesirable for brazing
This filler metal is used for brazing and braze welding stainless steels. The Strauss test for corrosion has been
of steel, cast iron, copper, copper alloys, nickel, nickel run by one aircraft engine company and did not show
alloys, and stainless steel. RBCuZn-B filler metal also is any adverse effect of the high-carbon content on the
used for the surfacing of steel. It is used with torch, corrosion resistance ofjoints in base metals such as AIS1
induction, and furnace processes. Flux and joint clear- 347 stainless steels. The reason given for this is that the
ances are the same as those specified for RBCuZn-A. carbon is already tied up with the chromium in the filler
metai.
A7.5.6 RBCuZn-C brazing filler metal is used on
steels, copper, copper alloys, nickel, nickel alloys, and
A7.6.2 The BNi-la brazing filler metal is a. low-
stainless steel. It is used with the torch, furnace, and carbon grade of BNi-I with an identical chemical com-
induction brazing processes. Fluxing is required, and a position, except that while the specified carbon content
is 0.06 percent maximum, the carbon content is usually
borax-boric acid flux is commonly used. Joint clearances
0.03 percent or lower. While the carbon content is lower,
from 0.002 to 0.005 in. (0.05 to 0.13 mm) are suitable.
corrosion testing results with the Strauss and Huey test
A7.5.7 RBCuZn-D brazing filler metal (called nickel were no better than for joints made with BNi-I. This
silver) is primarily used for brazing tungsten carbide. It is filler metal produces strongerjoints but is less fluid than
also used with steel, nickel, and nickel alloys. It can be the BNi-I filler metal.
used with all brazing processes. This filler metal is un- A7.63 BNi-2 brazing filler metal has a low and nar-
suitable for furnace brazing in a protective atmosphere. rower melting range and better flow characteristics than
A7.6 BNi Classification (Nickel). Brazing filler metals BNi-I. These characteristics have made this filler metal
of the BNi classifications are generally used for their the most widely used of the nickel filler metals.
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corrosion-resistant and heat-resistant properties. The A7.6.4 BNi-3 brazing filler metal is used for applica-
BNi filler metais -have excellent properties at high- tions similar to BNi-I and BNi-2 and is less sensitive to
service-temperatures. They are also satisfactorily used marginally protective atmospheres.
for room-temperature applications and where the service
temperatures are equal to the temperature of liquid A7.6.5 B b - 4 brazing filler metal is similar to but
oxygen, helium, or nitrogen. Best quality can be obtained more ductile than BNi-3. It is used to form large fillets or
by brazing in an atmosphere which is reducing to both joints where fairly large joint clearances are present.
the base metal and the brazing filler metal. A7.6.6 BNi-5 brazing filler metal is used for applica-
Narrow joint clearances and postbraze thermal diffu- tions similar to BNi-I, except that it can be used in
sion cycles are often employed to minimize the presence certain nuclear applications where boron cannot be
of intermetallic compounds and lowductility joint tolerated.
conditions. When BNi filler metais are used with the
torch, air-atmosphere furnace, and induction brazing A7.6.7 BNi-Sa is a modified BNi-5 composition with
procases, a suitable flux must be used. BNi filler metais a reduced silicon content plus a small addition of boron.
are particularly suited to vacuum systems and vacuum ï h e presence of boron excludes this alloy from nuclear
tube applications because of their low vapor pressure. applications. Otherwise, the applications are similar to
Chromium is the limiting element in metals to be used in those of BNi-5. High-strength joints can be produced.
vacuum applications. It should be noted that when BNii5a m.atcria1 can be used in place of BNi-I filler
phosphorus is combined with some other dements, metal where a reduced level of boron is desired. 'fhe
these compounds have very low vapor pressures and can brazing of thin-gauge honeycomb to sheet metal base
be readily used in a vacuum brazing atmosphere of parts is a typical application.
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A7.6.8 BNi-ó brazing filler metal is free-flowing and ing base metals containing cobalt, molybdenum, and
is used in marginally protective atmospheres and for tungsten. This filler metal has a wide melting range and
brazing lowchromium steels in exothermic atmospheres. has been used for brazing cracks in .O20 in. (0.5 mm)
thick combustion chambers. It results in a layer of filler
A7.6.9 BNi-7 brazing filler metal is used for the braz- metal across the joint which acts as a doubler while the
ing of honeycomb structures, thin-walled tube assem- lower melting constituent is fluid enough to flow
blies, and other structures which are used at high through the thin crack and produce asuitable brazement.
temperatures. It is recommended for nuclear applica-
tions where boron cannot be used. The best results are A7.6.13 BNi-11 brazing filler metal is a strong mate-
obtained when it is used in the furnace brazing process. rial for high-temperature brazement applications. "he
Microstructure and ductility of the joint are improved tungsten matnx hardener makes it suitable for brazing
by increasing time at brazing temperature. base metals containing cobalt, molybdenum, and
tungsten. With its wider melting range, it is suitable for
A7.6.10 BNi-8 brazing filler metal is used in honey-
slightly higher than normal brazing clearances.
comb brazements and on stainless steels and other
corrosion-resistant base metais. Since this filler metal A7.7 BCo Classification (Cobalt). Brazing filler metais
contains a high percentage of manganese, special braz- of the BCo-I classification are generally used for their
ing procedures should be observed. As manganese oxi- high-temperature properties and their compatibility
dizes more readily than chromium, the hydrogen, argon, with cobalt alloys.
and helium brazing atmospheres must be pure and very
A7.8 BMg Classification (Magnesium). Brazing filler
dry, with a dew point of -70° F ( - 5 7 O C) or below. The
metal BMg-I is used forjoining AZIOA, KIA, and MI A
vacuum atmosphere must have low pressure and a low
magnesium alloys.
leak rate to insure a very low partial pressure of oxygen.
It should be noted that the chemical composition and A7.9 Filler Metals for Vacuum Service. These brazing
the melting characteristics of this filler metal will change filler metals are specially controlled to fabricate high-
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when the manganese is oxidized or vaporized during quality electronic devices where the service life and
brazing in gas or vacuum atmospheres. However, the operating characteristics are of prime importance. Braz-
effect of manganese is not a problem in an atmosphere ing filler metals for vacuum service should be used in a
of proper quality. high-purity protective atmosphere in order to maintain
the punty of the filler metal and to assure proper brazing
A7.6.11 BNi-9 brazing filler metal is a eutectic nickel-
and final brazement quality. It is very important in some
chromium-boron filler metal that is particularly well
applications that the brazing filler metal not spatter onto
suited for diffusion brazing applications. Boron has a
areas near the joint area. For this reason, this speci-
small molecular diameter, thus it diffuses rapidly out of
fication includes spatter test requirements, described
the brazed joint, leaving the nickelchromium alloy in
in Section I l , Spatter Test,for the vacuum grade
the joint along with elements that diffuse from the base
classifications.
metal into the joint, such as aluminum, titanium, etc.
In addition to these special grades, BCo-I and all BNi
Depending on the diffusion time and temperature, the
brazing filler metals, except BNi-8, arc suitable for
joint remelt temperaturecan beabove25û0°F(13710C)
vacuum service.
and, depending on the base metal, the hardness can be as
low as HRB7O. With further diffusion time, the grains
can grow across the joint, and it may appear as all base
metal. The single solidus and liquidus temperature AS. Discontinued Classifications
(eutectic) eliminates the possibility of liquation and thus
A number of filler metal classifications have been
helps in brazing thick sections that require slower
discontinued during the numerous revisions of this spec-
heating. ififation, reflecting changes in commercial practice over
A7.6.12 BNi-10 brazing filler metal is a high-strength the past 40 years. These discontinued filkr metal classi-
material for high-temperatureapplications. The tungsten fications are listed in Table Aî,along with the date they
is a matrix strengthener which makm it uscfui for braz- were last published.
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Table A2
Discontinued Brazing
Filler Metal Classifications
AWS Last A5.8
Classification Publication Date
RBCuZn-1 1952
RBCuZn-2 1952
RBCuZn-3 1952
RBCuZn4 1952
RBCuZn-5 1952
RBCuZnó 1952
RBCuZn-7 1952
BAgMn 1956
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BAISI-I 1956
BNiCr 1956
BCUAU-1 1956
BCuAu-2 1956
BAg-I 1 1962
BMg2 1962
BMg2a 1976
BAISI4 1981
BAS-8 1981
BAISi-IO 1981
BAg-25 1981
RBCuZn-E 1981
RBCuZn-F 1981
RBCuZnG 1981
RBCuZn-H 1981
BAg- 12
BAg-14 ï h e Committee chose not to ust these
BAg-IS numbers as they improperly appeared
BAg- I6 in another publication.
BAg- 17
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A4.2 Standard Procedures for Calibrating Magnetic Instruments to Measure the Delta Ferrite
Content of Austenitic and DuDlex Austenitic-Ferritic Stainless Steel Weld Metal
A4.3 Standard Methods for Determination of the Diffusible Hydrogen Content of Martensitic,
Bainitic. and Ferritic Steel Weld Metal Produced by Arc Welding
A5.01 Filler Metal Procurement Guidelines
A5.1 Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding
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A5.2 Specification for Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Rods for Oxyfuel Gas Welding
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A5.5 Specification for Low Alloy Steel Covered Arc Welding Electrodes
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A5.7 Specification for Copper and Copper Alloy Bare Welding Rods and Electrodes
A5.8 Specificatioi. for Filler Metals for Brazing and Braze Welding
A5.9 Specification for Bare Stainless Steel Welding Electrodes and Rods
A5.1 O Specification for Bare Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Welding Electrodes and Rods
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A5.12 Specification for Tungsten and Tungsten Alloy Electrodes for Arc Welding and Cutting
A5.13 Specification for Solid Surfacing Welding Rods and Electrodes
A5.14 Specification for Nickel and Nickel Alloy Bare Welding Electrodes and Rods
A5.15 Specification for Welding Electrodes and Rods for Cast Iron
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A5.17 Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes and Fluxes for Submerged Arc Welding
A5.1 ô Specification for Carbon Steel Filler Metals for Gas Shielded Arc Welding
A5.19 Specification for Magnesium Alloy Welding Rods and Bare Electrodes
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Electrodes
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Welding
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A5.27 Specification for Copper and Copper Alloy Rods for Oxyfuel Gas Welding
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ANSIIAWS A5.

Superseding ANSVAWS A5.8-89

Under the Direction of

American Welding Society

D.J. Kotecki, Chairman The Lincoln Electric Company

AWS A5 Subcommittee on Filler Metals and Fluxes for Brazing

R. L Peaslee, Chairman Wall Colmonoy Corporation

S. A. D'Agostino The Wilkinson Company

Table Page No.

2.2 Filler metal classified under one classification shall

Composition. Weight Percent

identical, and for this reason conversion from a standard 7. Retest

11. Spatter Test

15. Special Identification Labeb or 16. Packaging

1 Strip' Width and 0.25 (6.4 mm) to 0.002 0.05

Thickness 0.010 0.25

Bonded powder Dimensions shall be as specifcd on purchase order or contract.

Powder and Mesh Size 14oc

BAg-2, BAg-Za, BAg-3, BAg-27, and BAg-33 shall have

FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous t o your DANCER:

Al. Introduction with properties suitable for making joints by capillary

BAg-la 1160 627 1175 635 1175- 1400 635 -760

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