17030 - Harris RBCuZn-D Nickel Silver Brazing Rod 1/16" - 50lb Box

Industrial Grade Nickel Silver Brazing Rod for Heavy-Duty Repairs

The Harris Nickel Silver Brazing Rod (Internal SKU: ERNS116) is a premium consumable designed for professional industrial maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO). Supplied in a substantial 50lb bulk package, this 1/16-inch diameter rod is engineered for high-volume shops that demand consistency and reliability in their joining processes. Nickel Silver, technically a copper-zinc alloy containing approximately 10% nickel, is renowned for its exceptional mechanical properties and versatility. Unlike standard brass brazing rods, the addition of nickel significantly increases the tensile strength of the deposit, often exceeding 70,000 PSI, making it one of the strongest copper-based filler metals available.

This alloy is particularly valued in the industrial sector for its ability to join a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. It performs exceptionally well on steel, stainless steel, and cast iron, making it a go-to solution for repairing broken castings, machine parts, and tools. The rod exhibits excellent wetting characteristics, allowing it to flow smoothly over the base metal and penetrate into joints, even when fit-up is less than perfect. This capability is crucial in repair scenarios where parts may be worn or irregular. Furthermore, the deposit hardness makes it an excellent choice for building up worn surfaces, such as gear teeth, shafts, and bearing surfaces, extending the service life of expensive machinery.

Using the Harris Nickel Silver rod requires standard oxy-fuel equipment, typically oxy-acetylene, and an appropriate flux (such as a boric acid/borax type) to ensure a clean, oxide-free bond. The 50lb packaging ensures that your facility remains stocked for extensive projects without the downtime associated with frequent reordering. Whether you are repairing agricultural equipment, automotive components, or heavy industrial machinery, this brazing rod provides the durability and bond integrity required for critical applications.

Key Applications

• Cast Iron Repair: Excellent for repairing cracks and breaks in cast iron housings and engine blocks due to its good adhesion and ductility.
• Tool Reclamation: Ideal for building up worn areas on tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Tubular Fabrication: Used in the manufacturing of high-strength tubular steel structures like bicycle frames and furniture.
• Dissimilar Metal Joining: Capable of joining steel to cast iron or stainless steel effectively.