thermal soldering

[/ˈθɜːrməl ˈsɒldərɪŋ/]
nounpl: thermal solderings
soldagem térmica
1. A soldering technique that uses heat to join metal components by melting solder at the connection point without using electrical current or flux
Thermal soldering is commonly used in jewelry making and delicate electronic repairs.
A soldagem térmica é comumente usada na fabricação de joias e reparos eletrônicos delicados.
2. A joining process that relies on thermal energy from a heat source such as a torch, furnace, or heating element to melt solder between metal surfaces
The technician performed thermal soldering using a precision micro-torch for the circuit board assembly.
O técnico realizou soldagem térmica usando um micro-queimador de precisão para a montagem da placa de circuito.
In Brazil, thermal soldering is extensively used in electronics repair shops and jewelry manufacturing, particularly in São Paulo's industrial districts. The term 'soldagem térmica' is the standard technical terminology in vocational training programs and electronics certification courses throughout Brazil. In Portugal, the term 'soldadura' is preferred over 'soldagem.'
Synonyms / Sinônimos
heat solderingtorch solderingmanual solderingpassive soldering
Antonyms / Antônimos
wave solderingreflow solderingiron soldering

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
soldagem térmica
Standard technical term used in industrial and electronic contexts
São Paulo
soldagem térmica / soldagem por calor
Both terms used interchangeably in industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
soldagem térmica
Technical standard equivalent to general Brazilian usage
Portugal
soldadura térmica
Portuguese variant using 'soldadura' instead of 'soldagem'

Related Words

soldersoldering ironbrazingweldingfluxheat sourcemetal joiningcircuit board assembly

Related Idioms & Phrases

to solder something together
thermal joint
heat-bonded connection
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