[Jewelry making - Article 00383] - Re: [Orchid] Soldering around CZ

[Jon DiNola]

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Hello Ivy,

>     ... So, while I was trying to solder the jumprings next to my
>     CZ's, I switched to a smaller torch tip - a prestolite #2. I wasn't
>     able to use it cause it kept blowing itself out, no matter how low
>     I turned the gas wheel. I also tried turning the black knob affixed
>     to the gauge, but I have to admit, I don't know what I am doing
>     here.... 

    CZ's can take heat, you can retip a prong on a CZ ring, you just
    can't over heat or use prolonged heat and don't quench. Soldering a
    jump ring next to a CZ should be no problem. Some garnets can take
    heat, so can some black onxy; diamonds, rubys, sapphires (not stars)
    no problems and so can good quality emeralds. Remember any one of
    them can crack due to inclusions. So if you dare, go for it, if not,
    remove it and reset it. If it can't be removed tell you client it's
    at their risk should something happen.

Best regards,
Jon

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