[Jewelry making - Article 00180] - Re: [Orchid] Tips on soldering gold

[RING14K]

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Hi:

    What kind of gas are you using and are you using a neutral flame?
    Oxidation is the enemy of successful joints. also the type of flux
    you are using has loads to do with it also! Pripps is probably the
    most successful and I have found that if you dissolve boric acid
    into alcohol, dip the object and then burn it off, you will find a
    lot less hassles in the polishing stage. if all else fails paste
    flux works but is messy and your solder has a tendency to move. Also
    heating the entire joint with a circular motion will help with
    heating more evenly.   

Ringman John Henry



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