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How can excess flux be removed from the exterior of pipe after the joint has been soldered?
After the soldering process is completed while the pipe is still warm, you can wipe the joint with a dry clean rag to remove the excess flux. If the pipe has cooled or fluids are passing through it, you can use mild detergents (i.e. Dawn dish detergent) to wash off the excess flux.
Do you need to stir Oatey fluxes before applying it to the joints?
Yes. It is very important to stir upwards from the container bottom to insure any salts which have settled are mixed evenly into the flux. This should be done before the start of each project.
What is the shelf life of Oatey fluxes?
2 years from date of manufacture.