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by Erica Stice
Top 5 Reasons Silver Solder Doesn't Flow
Solder not flowing? Find out the reasons why. Jewelry soldering can be frustrating at times, but with the right knowledge, you can quickly troubleshoot the problems.
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by Erica Stice
Soldering Gold-Filled: Tips for Success & Troubleshooting -
We receive more questions about gold-filled items than any other products here at Halstead. This piece will focus on how to solder gold-filled jewelry items and the issues that may arise. We will also discuss other hot topics dealing with gold-filled items such as sanding, filing, and cleaning.
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by Erica Stice
Soldering Copper & Brass Metals in the Jewelry Studio
Copper and brass are fun materials to work with in the jewelry studio. They are beautiful in their own right and they are perfect for learning new techniques. But, soldering these metals raises unique issues in design and technical execution. Learn more from our studio coordinator, Erica Stice.
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by Erica Stice
Types of Silver Solder Used in Jewelry
Many jewelers remember falling in love with metalsmithing at their first torch soldering experience. That mercurial silver flash when solder starts to flow is magical. But, what is actually happening at that moment? What is the science behind soldering?
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by Erica Stice
Solders, Torches & Fuels Used in a Jewelry Studio
Picking a fuel type for your jewelry studio can be an arduous research session. We've narrowed it down with the pros and cons for each type, with additional information on torch tips included - updated February 2019.
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Butane Jewelry Torch Troubleshooting
Read our latest blog to learn safe handling tips and troubleshooting when using a portable butane jewelry torch. Check out the video too.
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