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Hard solder or soft solder does not require the same temperature or filler metal. Moreover, the consequences are not the same for the structure of metals. Here are the differences between these two methods. The preparation of the parts The preparation of the parts is crucial for both types of brazing. To achieve a qualityRead more

Brazing is a technique that allows two metal parts to be joined together by creating continuity. It requires a filler metal that is melted by the action of the brazing iron or blowtorch. It can be used for many materials and ensures a more or less robust assembly, depending on whether it is soft orRead more

A heat gun is the ideal tool if you need to remove PVC floor tiles or wall coverings when renovating a building, In this short tutorial we will explain how to proceed. Preparing the work site and the tools to be used In addition to your heat gun (and the appropriate nozzles), you must useRead more

As a legal requirement for numerous French manufacturers and industrial companies, which was introduced in 1978 to prevent chemical-related risks, the provision of safety data sheets is a necessity. In certain cases, however, it can also be a good opportunity for a company to demonstrate its service capacity. This all-new site provides information in FrenchRead more

Autogenous welding is the process of welding materials such as steel or iron. It is used in a wide variety of fields, such as central heating, iron and metalwork, and in case of furniture manufacturing. With practice, a high-grade autogenous weld will be smooth, straight and even. However, there is often a slight overthickness atRead more

Soldering and welding are two different techniques. In the first case, you have to bring a third element, i.e. another filler metal that will make the joint, while in the second case, the two pieces are sufficient because they will blend together. The differences between these two methods are detailed below. Brazing versus soldering WhenRead more

Tin solder is generally used to join(or repair) zinc gutter elements or cold water pipes, to solder electronic components and to manufacture various objects, e.g. decorative objects. In this tutorial, we will see how to proceed to make a clean and quality tin weld. The first rule for a weld is to take your timeRead more

Hello All, The recent televised speech given by the President of the French Republic concerning the development of the Covid-19 pandemic on 28 October, as well as the ensuing details given by members of the government, show that we are far from reaching the end of this health crisis. During this second lockdown, while activitiesRead more

In order to make your welds perfectly, you must have a soldering iron tip in good condition. As it gets dirty with each use, we explain how to tin a soldering iron tip here. Why tin-plating your soldering iron tip The tinning of the soldering tip improves the heat transfer from the soldering iron toRead more

Guilbert Express was founded in 1905 and has been innovating ever since. With the aim of satisfying its customers, both professionals and individuals, the brand has constantly developed its various ranges to provide an exceptionally varied offer today, which enables everyone to find the most versatile tool or, on the contrary, the most specific deviceRead more

You must choose your welding gas according to your raw materials. Here is our guide to help you choose your : gas for stainless steel welding ; gas for aluminium welding ; gas for tin soldering ; gas for zinc welding. Gas for stainless steel welding There are several processes for stainless steel welding. YouRead more

The 5100 butane gas torch has been designed by the engineers in the Guilbert Express development department to be versatile and enable you to solve all your DIY problems at home. Operating on butane, the plumbing torch is robust and its ease of use makes it accessible to all. Technical characteristics of the butane gasRead more