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Which of the following brazing alloys is generally recommended for joining copper to steel in refrigeration systems when working with refrigerants that contain synthetic lubricants, according to CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration Code best practices?

BAg-1, a high-silver (50%) cadmium-free alloy, is preferred for copper-to-steel joints due to its excellent wetting properties and ductility, ensuring a strong,

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Question: Which of the following brazing alloys is generally recommended for joining copper to steel in refrigeration systems when working with refrigerants that contain synthetic lubricants, according to CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration Code best practices?

Answer options: ✅ BAg-1 (50% silver, cadmium-free)

  • BCuP-5 (15% silver, phosphorus-copper)
  • Brazing rod containing lead
  • Aluminum brazing rod

Correct answer: BAg-1 (50% silver, cadmium-free)

Explanation: BAg-1, a high-silver (50%) cadmium-free alloy, is preferred for copper-to-steel joints due to its excellent wetting properties and ductility, ensuring a strong, leak-tight seal compatible with synthetic lubricants. BCuP alloys are unsuitable for steel as they don't form a strong bond and can embrittle steel. Lead-based solders are prohibited in refrigeration systems.

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