solarflux
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solarflux
Hey, I just got a 1lb can of solarflux. Do I just pour the methanol (the 7oz like it says) INTO the can? or, do you only make small batches of the stuff? If anyone's got any tips with this stuff, give 'em here! I want to get welding!
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Re:Solarflux
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Let it stand for several minutes AFTER mixing and BEFORE application. The manufacturer says that there is a chemical reaction that occurs between the methanol and the flux, and this waiting period is necessary to give the reaction time to occur.
On really hot days I cover it during this waiting period to prevent the methanol from evaporating too fast, otherwise it's not a problem to let it stand uncovered.
Let it stand for several minutes AFTER mixing and BEFORE application. The manufacturer says that there is a chemical reaction that occurs between the methanol and the flux, and this waiting period is necessary to give the reaction time to occur.
On really hot days I cover it during this waiting period to prevent the methanol from evaporating too fast, otherwise it's not a problem to let it stand uncovered.
Well... I decided mixing all that would be insane (I was impatient... waited 3 minutes after posting and decided to go figure it out... )
Anyways, I guessed that mixing a SMALL little cup of solarflux in a bit of excess methanol wouldn't hurt. Mixed it up and it works great! A little thin, but letting it sit with the top open fixed that.
Thanks for replying though, I appreciate the help!
PS: though... I assume, if you mixed the whole batch, couldn't you just cap it off and use it later? As long as you shake it...
Anyways, I guessed that mixing a SMALL little cup of solarflux in a bit of excess methanol wouldn't hurt. Mixed it up and it works great! A little thin, but letting it sit with the top open fixed that.
Thanks for replying though, I appreciate the help!
PS: though... I assume, if you mixed the whole batch, couldn't you just cap it off and use it later? As long as you shake it...
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