{"product_id":"javac-manual-tube-expander-kit-jmte100","title":"Javac WeldCool Heat Absorption Putty PLHB1","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: sans-serif; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eJavac WeldCool Heat Absorption Putty (PLHB1)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eDon't let a stray oxy-torch flame cost you hundreds of dollars in ruined components. The \u003cstrong\u003eJavac WeldCool Heat Absorption Putty\u003c\/strong\u003e is an essential, economical safeguard for every brazing job. This highly conductive, non-toxic compound molds directly around sensitive parts, absorbing and dissipating intense heat before it can melt internal seals, warp delicate brass, or scorch surrounding composite panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #333; border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 12px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Trade Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Heat Blocking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drastically reduces heat transfer by up to an incredible 1650ºC with just a 12.7mm layer of putty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safely blocks heat transfer on all types of surfaces and metals, including sensitive valves, pipe joints, rubber, plastics, and painted composite panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Reusable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike one-time-use heat blocking sprays, this putty can be cooled, stored, and re-hydrated with a few drops of water for endless use on future jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Toxic Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe to handle bare-handed. Leaves no permanent mess—simply wipe away any minor leftover residue with a damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 15px; font-style: italic; color: #555; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 15px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"font-style: normal; color: #333;\"\u003eTradie Pro Tip for Brazing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThermal Expansion (TX) valves and heat pump reversing valves have delicate internal nylon\/Teflon seals that melt easily under the heat of a brazing torch. Wrapping these components tightly with Javac WeldCool Putty \u003cem\u003ebefore\u003c\/em\u003e you braze the stubs ensures the valve body stays cool to the touch, saving you from a costly callback and a ruined system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color: #333; border-left: 4px solid #007acc; padding-left: 12px; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCheck the putty's consistency (add a small amount of water if it feels too dry).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eApply and mold as much putty as possible directly between the brazing joint and the sensitive component you want to protect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eComplete your brazing work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eOnce the pipe has cooled, peel the putty off, mold it back into a ball, and store it in the tub for your next job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWipe away any leftover residue on the pipe with a rag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; color: #007acc;\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 12px; color: #007acc;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eJavac PLHB1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHeat Absorption Putty (WeldCool)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Reduction Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eUp to 1650 ºC (in a 12.7mm thickness)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReusable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eYes (Water re-hydratable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCopper, Brass, Aluminium, Rubber, Plastics, Composites\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 10px;\"\u003eNon-Toxic (Do not ingest)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n  \u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 35px 0;\"\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch2 id=\"faq\" style=\"color: #007acc; border-bottom: 2px solid #f0f0f0; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eHow do I stop the putty from drying out over time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eIf you leave the lid off the tub in your hot van, the putty will eventually harden. The beauty of the Javac WeldCool formula is that it is water-based. Simply add a small amount of tap water to the tub, knead it thoroughly with your fingers, and it will return to its perfect, moldable clay-like consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eIs putty better than a wet rag?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eAbsolutely. While a wet rag is a classic tradie trick, water turns to steam instantly under an oxy-torch, leaving the component unprotected mid-braze. Furthermore, hot steam can actually scald the internal seals of the valve. WeldCool putty is scientifically formulated to absorb and lock out that heat without violently turning to steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 15px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"background-color: #007acc; color: #fff; padding: 12px 20px; font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 5px; list-style-position: inside;\"\u003eWill it leave a sticky mess on my customer's walls?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eNo. The putty holds its shape and removes cleanly as a single piece once cooled. If there is a slight dusty residue left behind on the pipe or nearby panels, it wipes away effortlessly with a damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Javac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43369692725307,"sku":"PLHB1","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0316\/7787\/4235\/files\/PLHB1_1024x1024_f9bb490b-1dd6-419d-8358-991f8aa24f23.jpg?v=1775011621","url":"https:\/\/www.hvacshop.com.au\/products\/javac-manual-tube-expander-kit-jmte100","provider":"HVAC Supply Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}