Brazing brass?

[Rookie]

I have a brass hinge that I need to replace. Unfortunately, it's $150 to replace what is obviously a weak point. Would brazing work? Keep in mind, this is on a metal brake and it's under a lot of stress. If brazing won't make it as strong, then replacing it is the only option. So, will brazing make it as strong?

 

[Rookie]

The crack is between the two lines...

 

[DoggyDaddy]

I have a brass hinge that I need to replace. Unfortunately, it's $150 to replace what is obviously a weak point. Would brazing work? Keep in mind, this is on a metal brake and it's under a lot of stress. If brazing won't make it as strong, then replacing it is the only option. So, will brazing make it as strong?

If it's under a lot of stress, I would first try some relaxation techniques, like meditation.

 

[Rookie]

 

[jclark]

You could try grinding a bevel on both sides and filling the entire void, but I’m gonna say it’s time to replace.

 

[HoughMade]

With the right rod and enough heat it should work. For the heat, at least oxy-MAPP, better yet, oxy-acetylene. It's amazing how strong brazing can be,