[Jewelry making - Article 01009] - Re: [Orchid] Question Paste Solder

[Dave Arens]

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    Hi Teresa, 

>      I had three syringes of paste easy, medium and hard. I would like
>     to replace these, sources please.  

    I think Rio Grande stocks silver solder paste as you describe. You
    might also try any local jewelers supplys. One of the manufacturers
    of past solder is Khron Industries in Carlstadt NJ.  

>          Second question, a friend has some that has hardened inside
>     the syringe, she  wonders if it is possible to rejuvenate it and
>     what with. 

    Depending on how hard the paste has gotten, it may or may not be
    able to be softened. 

    I don't know of any way to remove the solder from the syringe &
    reconstitute it. However, heating it a little usually helps. Here's
    one way that might work. 

    Place a 60 watt or smaller light bulb 3 or 4 inches above the
    syringe for a few minutes. Don't let it there so long the heat melts
    the syringe. 

    Another way is to place the portion of the syringe containing the
    solder in a cup of hot water for a time. 

Dave


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