[Jewelry making - Article 00093] - Re: [Orchid] Small, simple torch for 18k gold wire?

[Ala]

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Barbara,

    A small LPG torch will do what you need in 18ct, even melt 3 or 4
    gms of scrap gold or silver into a blob on your soldering pad. 

    The main items to get are a torch handle with tap, a flexible tube
    with screw fittings, and a nozzle (small will do what micro does and
    is more versatile) - all available in hardware shops. With these you
    can attach a small or large refillable LPG cylinder available in
    hardware and camping shops. 

    A torch mounted directly on a disposable cylinder should do the
    same, but last time I looked there is no choice in nozzle size. 

    I use a LPG torch with a small nozzle for the bulk of my work. I
    change to a large nozzle occasionally for large silverware items, and
    use an oxy-acetylene torch for melting in a crucible or for welding
    and special tasks. 

Cheers, Alastair
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