Are pre soldered fittings good?

The pre-soldered fittings are just as good as regular fittings, but IMHO they DO need a little extra solder. Joint surfaces MUST be cleaned and fluxed just like normal fittings.

Are solder rings good?

Soldering protects your rings Any time you wear two rings on one finger, they are going to rub against one another. Over time, this corrodes the rings and can lead to excessive ring maintenance. Metal maintenance can accrue hefty costs long term, which is why ring soldering is a good idea for plated jewelry.

What does a solder ring do?

Solder ring fittings are fittings with a ring of solder built in, meaning they are quicker to fit and no additional solder is needed. Ideal for smaller projects, the solder melts when a heat source is applied, joining the pipework to the fittings.

Do solder ring fittings need flux?

You must always remember to use flux to help the solder to run around the joint in a capillary action. This will ensure a tight, even and watertight pipe join. This will also prevent oxidisation.

What is the difference between end feed and solder ring?

Both of these types of fittings use molten solder to make a joint between a copper pipe and a copper (or occasionally brass) fitting. But the key difference is that with end feed fittings, the installer has to provide the solder. Solder ring fittings, as the name suggests, provide their own solder!

Do you need flux with solder ring?

Whats the difference between end feed and solder ring?

Do solder joints fail?

The only way a joint can fail is if it is not made properly, whether it is because the solder did not flow properly or the pipe was not inserted all the way into a fitting. It has nothing to do with turbulence because the solder does not interact with the liquid flow.

What is the difference between an end feed and a Yorkshire fitting?

Using a lead free wire solder and a protection mat heat the joint with a blow lamp until, with a Yorkshire fitting, you can see bright ring of solder appearing between the fitting and the pipe. With an end feed fitting, touch the solder stick to the joint until it melts on contact.

How much does it cost to solder rings together?

On average, the price to solder rings together can be anywhere from $30 and $90+. Soldering two rings together can cost anywhere from $30 to $45, while three rings can cost $55 to $70.