What is required to determine if enough filler metal has been fed into the joint?

To determine if enough filler metal has been fed into a joint during the brazing process, employing sound judgment is essential. This involves assessing various factors such as the joint's appearance, the quality of the connection, and the amount of filler that is visible within the joint. Judgement is crucial because it requires a combination of knowledge about the brazing process, familiarity with the materials being joined, and an understanding of the specific requirements of the joint.

While visual inspection can provide some insight into whether the filler metal adequately occupies the joint, it does not convey a complete assessment. Similarly, measurement tools can help quantify the amount of filler metal present, but using them effectively relies heavily on the operator’s judgement to interpret the results. Experience also plays a role, as a skilled technician can draw on past encounters to assess the quality of the joint accurately. However, it is the application of sound judgement that synthesizes all these elements to make an informed decision regarding whether sufficient filler metal has been used.