What is brasagem?

Brasagem, or brazing, is a metal-joining process where a filler metal is heated above its melting point but below the melting point of the base metals. The molten filler metal flows into the gap between close-fitting parts by capillary action, then cools to join the materials. It is commonly used to join dissimilar metals, create leak-proof joints, and for mass production of components in industries such as automotive, plumbing, and electronics. Brazing is often chosen for its ability to create strong, ductile, and corrosion-resistant joints while minimizing distortion of the base metals.