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But in a production environment, chemistry is only part of the equation. The form, dimensions, tolerances and consistency of the brazing alloy can also influence material usage, process ... [Read More](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/beyond-the-alloy-why-sil-fos-strip-and-precision-forms-matter-in-production-brazing) Topics: [HVAC/R](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/tag/hvac-r), [Electrical](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/tag/electrical), [Low Silver](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/tag/low-silver), [High Silver](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/tag/high-silver), [Brazing Tips](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/tag/brazing-tips) ## [Torch Brazing Brass to Copper with Braze™](https://blog.lucasmilhaupt.com/en-us/about/blog/brazing-brass-and-copper-video) ***Posted by Lucas-Milhaupt Brazing Experts on Oct 14, 2013*** Braze 560 alloy is a near eutectic. Watch our three-minute video to see how this material freely wets and flows on brass and copper components. We will show you the critical steps for successfully fluxing and brazing parts to achieve quality joints. Watch for tips on the correct amount of flux to ... 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