What is the correct technique for brazing with the Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B)?

Proper joint preparation is critical for sound brazed joints: clean all joint surfaces to remove oil, oxide, and scale using emery cloth or a wire brush. Maintain proper joint clearance for capillary flow. Heat the base metal — not the filler rod — to brazing temperature before touching the rod to the joint. The heat-to-flow sequence ensures proper capillary action. Allow the joint to air cool before quenching to avoid thermal shock cracking.

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Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B)

Q: What is the Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B) used for?

The Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B) is a brazing filler metal used in torch brazing, induction brazing, and furnace brazing applications. Brazing produces strong, leak-tight joints on a wide range of base metals at temperatures above 840°F (450°C) but below the base metal's melting point. Select the filler alloy based on base metal type, service temperature, and required joint strength.

Q: What diameter is the Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B) available in?

Brazing rod diameter selection depends on joint gap and application method. For torch brazing, 1/16 in and 3/32 in rod diameters are most common for HVAC/R copper tube joints. Larger diameter rods (1/8 in+) suit bigger joints and higher-production fill requirements. The filler should flow into the joint by capillary action — correct joint clearance (typically 0.001–0.005 in for tight-fit joints) is more important than rod size for capillary flow.

Q: Does the Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B) require brazing flux?

A compatible brazing flux is required for most brazing operations to prevent oxidation on base metal and filler surfaces during heating. Apply flux to joint surfaces before heating. After brazing, remove all flux residue with warm water and a brush — flux residue is corrosive and will attack the joint over time if not cleaned.

Q: What package size is the Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B) available in, and how should I store it?

Brazing alloys are sold in various rod lengths and weights — common sizes include 1 lb, 5 lb, and 25 lb packages. Store in a dry location free from oil and solvent contamination. Silver brazing alloys are stable at room temperature and do not require special controlled-atmosphere storage. Keep surfaces clean to ensure proper flux adhesion and capillary flow.

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The ultra-portable Harris brazing repair kit meets the needs that most any HVAC and refrigeration service technician may have while repairing aluminum and copper leaks in the field. This six-piece kit features Aluxcor for aluminum and Stay-Silv 15, the industry’s most widely used copper brazing alloy. The kit also includes two wire brushes for cleaning prior to repair - one for aluminum and one for copper, a general cleaning cloth, conveniently packed in a canvas storage bag that can be attached to a belt or equipment.

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Portable HVAC/R brazing repair kit
Kit includes: 0.090 in. x 6 in. x 6 stick tube with red hanging cap of Aluxcor, 0.050 in. x 1/8 in. x 6 in. x 6 stick tube with black hanging cap of Stay-Silv 15, Stainless Steel bristle brush with red handle for aluminum and copper bristle brush with black handle for copper, and a cloth for general cleaning, all packaged in a black canvas storage bag that can be worn on a belt or attached to equipment.
Used for brazing and leak repair of aluminum and copper tubing.
Replacement parts are available: Aluxcor aluminum kit - PN H-1002-AL and Stay-Silv 15 copper kit - PN H-1003-SS15; Each replacement kit includes the alloy and a brush.
Master carton includes two white display boxes, each display box has 6 kits with hang cards ready for individual display

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Portable HVAC/R brazing repair kit
Kit includes: 0.090 in. x 6 in. x 6 stick tube with red hanging cap of Aluxcor, 0.050 in. x 1/8 in. x 6 in. x 6 stick tube with black hanging cap of Stay-Silv 15, Stainless Steel bristle brush with red handle for aluminum and copper bristle brush with black handle for copper, and a cloth for general cleaning, all packaged in a black canvas storage bag that can be worn on a belt or attached to equipment.
Used for brazing and leak repair of aluminum and copper tubing.
Replacement parts are available: Aluxcor aluminum kit - PN H-1002-AL and Stay-Silv 15 copper kit - PN H-1003-SS15; Each replacement kit includes the alloy and a brush.
Master carton includes two white display boxes, each display box has 6 kits with hang cards ready for individual display

Harris HVAC Brazing Repair Kit – 6-Piece Aluminum & Copper Coil Repair Set (H-1000-B)

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