[Jewelry making - Article 00073] - Re: [Orchid] Bezel Melting Problems

[Mark Shneyer]

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    Hi Milt, Try heating the base only and avoid any direct heat to the
    bezel until you see your solder is ready to flow. Solder always flows
    towards the heat. Let the larger piece take the solder.  You cannot
    just melt the solder and hope it will bond...that only happens when
    you don't want it to...grin. 

    Also I would suggest getting used to a hotter flame. It will
    actually give you more control. Master the flame and be observant of
    the material's color changes while under heat. 

I hope that helps,
Mark


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