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yes it can although it is not reccomended, if this is your only option preheat the cast iron to almost cherry red and weld with a low hydrogen rod such as 7018
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Can you weld a cracked cast iron pot belly stove?
yes, with a cast iron rod and an oxy-fuel set up or with a nickel rod and an arc machine
How do you cap a cast iron pipe?
If the pipe is No Hub cast Iron you can use a mission cap If the cast Iron is bell then you caulk in a cast iron plug If the cast iron is a spigot end you get a transition coupling either standard weight CI or extra heavy and then use a cast iron cap in the transition coupling
What type of tip do you use to braze?
Brazing can be done with a small torch or a big soldering iron. Either electric or brazier heated. The tip on a torch should be small as you don't need the heat you use when gas welding or cutting.
When and why you use oxy acetylene instead of arc welding?
Primarily when brazing cast iron. Nickel rods are available to arc weld cast iron but in most cases it has to be preheated and it takes experience to prevent cracking. Using oxy-acet provides a means to preheat, maintain the temperature, and braze. Welding, brazing, and silver soldering with oxy-acet have become lost arts. Most common metals can be welded with this process including steel and aluminum.
You want to replace old lead pipe connected to cast iron sewer pipe with copper How do you connect the copper pipe to the old lead pipe or to the cast iron pipe?
When I have to connect copper to lead "D" I usually solder the copper to the lead or wipe a lead joint depending on the diameter To connect copper to cast iron ,.... If there is a hub I caulk the copper directly into the CI with oakum and poured lead (molten) OR one can solder / braze a female adapter fitting and screw the copper into a CI female fitting
Can you weld a cracked cast iron pot belly stove?
yes, with a cast iron rod and an oxy-fuel set up or with a nickel rod and an arc machine
Cleaning cast iron?
To clean cast iron use hot water and a cloth or sponge. Dry the cast iron right away. You should not use soap, and you should never soak cast iron or it will rust.
How do you cap a cast iron pipe?
If the pipe is No Hub cast Iron you can use a mission cap If the cast Iron is bell then you caulk in a cast iron plug If the cast iron is a spigot end you get a transition coupling either standard weight CI or extra heavy and then use a cast iron cap in the transition coupling
How do you braze metal?
You use an acetylene torch and special brazing rods.
What type of tip do you use to braze?
Brazing can be done with a small torch or a big soldering iron. Either electric or brazier heated. The tip on a torch should be small as you don't need the heat you use when gas welding or cutting.
What does cast iron make?
Almost everything that is called 'cast' such as; cast iron pots, cast iron centrplate (some boats use them). Until relatively recently, all engine blocks were cast iron. Most diesel engines are still cast iron.
What is the best way to seal a plumbing vent joint?
That would depend on the piping material, If I was using a DWV copper system I would use a silver bearing alloy or braze the joint, If I was using a cast iron bell and spigot I would use oakum and caulked joint, If it no hub cast Iron then a mission coupling or mechanical joint would be appropriate , if it is a Duram system then pipe joint compound is the way to go or Teflon tape or paste PVC needs to be taken apart and use primer and glue
What is the use of oxidizing flame?
An oxidizing flame is used in Braze welding. Not to be confused with Brazing, Braze welding uses bronze filler rod in a similar manner to fusion welding.
Can you braze popmetal?
Pot metal-no. Better to use jb weld or something.
When and why you use oxy acetylene instead of arc welding?
Primarily when brazing cast iron. Nickel rods are available to arc weld cast iron but in most cases it has to be preheated and it takes experience to prevent cracking. Using oxy-acet provides a means to preheat, maintain the temperature, and braze. Welding, brazing, and silver soldering with oxy-acet have become lost arts. Most common metals can be welded with this process including steel and aluminum.
What is the best frying pan to use with a gas range?
cast iron.....the best! How do you keep eggs from sticking to cast iron?
Is cast iron bakeware more healthy to use?
Cast iron bakeware does not contain any cancer causing agents.
