How To Clean Brass Pipes

Removing brass fitting from copper pipe.

How to clean brass pipes. Simply rub a thin coat onto the brass let sit for an hour or so and then clean the piece with hot soapy water. Consider cutting the pipe at each end of the fitting and replacing it if the brass fitting is highly corroded or these methods are unsuccessful. Allow the vinegar to do its job for at least an hour to let the vinegar work its way through the minerals.

When it is hot slamming it. The new stuff is MAPP and burns about 400 degrees less. Heat the joint with a propane torch until the flux begins to boil.

You can order them here. The best way to clean a one hitter pipe is to soak it in Isopropyl alcohol mixed with salt in a plastic bag or container for 30-60 minutes or overnight for the best results. You may need to scrape around walls with a toothpick or paper clip while rinsing to remove any residue.

How to Remove a Corroded Brass Nut. Step 1 Remove the screen. To remove any remaining ash or resin insert your pipe cleaner or brush into the shaft of the metal smoking pipe and scrub until gone.

If this happens then you will have to braze the copper over again. Clean the copper tubing to remove all dirt and grime from the pipes and tubing. Heat gun or propane torch.

For best results the pipe should be completely covered by the alcohol. If not all residue can be removed repeat steps 3 and 4. If you use a brush it will solidify the solder as soon as you insert it so you will not get all of it out.