[Jewelry making - Article 00007] - Re: [Orchid] Drawing wire crack

[Steve Ramsdell]

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    They are correct in saying it sounds like you need to anneal more
    often or keep the metal hot before quenching. Another problem can be
    contamination in the metal from the crucible. Every once in awhile
    the crucible should be cleaned (heated until the slag can be poured
    out) or just replaced. Be careful of fumes when melting scrap. Some
    may contain older solder which can contain toxic metals. It would be
    nice to know how you are going through the process. 

Steve Ramsdell
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