What is Solar Flux?

SOLAR FLUX is a complex chemical compound in the form of a very fine powder – finer even than a lady's face powder. SOLAR FLUX, is mixed with alcohol (methanol/methyl alcohol preferred) and brushed on the back of the weld joint. It is formulated to shield the BACK of the weld joint from oxygen, dissipate heat and unwanted oxides, and to clean the surface of the metal. It will aid in the flow of filler metal over base metal and form a protective barrier to prevent re-oxidation and heat scale.

Types of SOLAR FLUX

• SOLAR FLUX type B conforms to the requirements of United States Military Specification MIL-F-7516B, classes 2 and 4
• Used for welding Stainless Steel and Alloy Steels
• SOLAR FLUX type I conforms to the requirements of United States Military Specification MIL-F-7516B, classes 1, 2, 3 and 4
• Used for welding High Nickel Super Alloys

• The shelf life of SOLAR FLUX, that has never been mixed with a mixing fluid and remains in the closed can, is infinite
• All batches of SOLAR FLUX are compounded, manufactured, inspected, tested and packaged in accordance with our original formulae and patents, in conformance with accepted procedures and quality control requirements
• SOLAR FLUX is inert, non-flammable, and non-explosive. It can be shipped safely in any quantity by any means of transportation
• Certificates of conformance are available upon request on your purchase order

SOLAR FLUX Application Chart (for welding by any method)