[Jewelry making - Article 00086] - Re: [Orchid] Torch that is easy to understand

[LEESSILVER]

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Hi Debra,

    I have always used an air/acetylene torch.  I have used it to solder
    everything from sterling and gold earrings to 30 ounce pieces of
    sterling pottery.  I have soldered findings to gold rings and
    earrings.  You can buy various sizes of tips which will give you a
    small flame to work on small items and very large flame to work on
    big items.  

    My guess is that a mini torch might not work too well on a large
    piece of silver because of silvers rapid rate of heat transfer.  An
    acetylene torch is probably the least expensive way to go which will
    allow you to  solder any size or material you want to.  It is very
    simple to use.  

Lee Epperson


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