[Jewelry making - Article 00066] - Re: [Orchid] Soldering ventilation and safety

[Terry Ogden]

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Fran

    Welcome. 

>     What are good heat-resistant surfaces to use under a charcoal block
>     or annealing pan? Rio sells 12-inch by 12-inch Silquar(TM)
>     High-Heat Blocks for $21.50 U.S., rated to a maximum temperature
>     of 2000 degrees F (1093 C) -- is that a good choice? What type of
>     fire extinguisher is best to keep nearby when using butane? 

    The block from Rio you sited is similar to what I use, when
    concentrating on soldering it is good to have the extra protection a
    larger surface to work on. 

    On the fire extinguisher, I would use a C or one of the other clean
    ones as you will be in the room with it. I have put out fires with
    the ABC types and what a mess. On a car or trailer not that big a
    deal and on liquids it is my preference, but should you ever have to
    use it in the house, that white powder goes every where. 

Terry
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