On 03/05/2020 12:33, Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
In article ,
Roger Hayter wrote:
I note that reference confirms my supposition that a fresh lead surface
leads to increased lead levels in the water. I note that lead free
solder may be permitted, but I look forwarded to hearing from anyone who
has successfully made a wiped joint with it.

You don't need a pretty wiped joint to join lead to copper. Merely a
decent seal between the two.


Simply running solder into the join would not have passed inspection for
a professional job. The solder had to be built up in layers to give
the thick "bandage" to guard against leaks. The wiping wasn't just to
make it look pretty.


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