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Maxiva ULX COFDM Series
Figure A-7 Use Of Tubing Cutter Results In Crimped Cut (Exaggerated)
A.4 Soldering Flanges
Transmission line flanges that are supplied with the optional transmission line kit are
the silver solder type. Although the attachment of this type of flange may require more
care and skill than the soft solder type, it has been found that the silver soldered flange
provides much greater reliability. The services of a steam fitter or plumber may be
helpful if personnel are not available that are experienced with silver soldering.
A.4.1 Soldering Procedure
1.
The line should be free of burrs. The outer corner may be beveled slightly to make as-
sembly of flange easier. See Figure A-8.
2.
Emery cloth should be used to clean the outside of the line where it will meet the
flange. Also clean the inner surface of the flange with emery cloth.
3.
Insert the solder ring into the groove on the flange. If solder rings are not included
with the flange, they can be made from 0.062-inch diameter silver solder wire (30-
45% silver).
4.
Apply a thin coat of flux to the line and to the flange.
5.
Slide the flange onto the end of the outer conductor.
Warning
SKIN BURN HAZARD. TEMPERATURE OF THE HEATED LINE IN THE FOLLOWING
STEPS IS QUITE HIGH AND PRECAUTIONS MUST BE TAKEN TO AVOID CONTACT
WITH EXPOSED SKIN.
6.
Stand the line on end (vertical) for soldering (flange to be soldered pointing down).
Ensure that the flange remains square with the outer conductor.
7.
Using a #3 or #4 torch tip, heat the entire circumference of the line and flange. Keep
the torch moving and heat 2 or 3 inches of the line/flange at a time. Aim the torch at
the copper just above the crack between the flange and the line. This will minimize
the need for fill solder. If the brass flange is heated more than the copper line, the
flange will expand and create an unnecessary gap to fill with solder. Use caution.
There is a fine line between melting the solder and melting the brass flange or burning
a hole in the copper. The solder will pull up into the joint from the solder ring by cap-
illary action. Once it starts to flow, do not stop until the entire circumference of the
joint has solder appearing in it. If the solder from the internal solder ring does not
“wick up” and become visible at the joint after a few minutes, a small amount of sol-
der can be applied to the joint to enhance the heat transfer. See Figure A-9.
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