# Catalytic Converter Internal Melting Point

**URL:** <https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-internal-melting-point/174939>\
**Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\
**Created:** [February 12, 2021, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-internal-melting-point/174939 "2021-02-12T17:34:14Z")\
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**Author:** ![ArgosNoble](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/a88e57/32.png) [@ArgosNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArgosNoble)\
**Post date:** [February 12, 2021, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-internal-melting-point/174939/1 "2021-02-12T17:34:14Z")

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2011 Toyota Camry LE 2.5L L4

Hi All!

What temperature do you believe is the melting point for the catalytic converter’s internal material? The temp where it starts to break down.

thanks!

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**Author:** ![Tester](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/tester/32/15976_2.png) [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\
**Post date:** [February 12, 2021, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-internal-melting-point/174939/2 "2021-02-12T17:45:23Z")

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1300 degrees F.

> **[Catalytic Converter Basics | KnowYourParts](https://www.knowyourparts.com/technical-resources/engine/catalytic-converter-basics/)**
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> It’s important to have a basic understanding of how catalytic converters operate when servicing them to avoid any errors or unwanted comebacks.

Tester