I prefer using eutectic solder, since it can be depletion gilded as well. But Hard solder will also hold up in the kiln, as long as you are a little more careful of the temp. ( I think hard solder will flow at 1450F/787C)
Nice! I wonder if that works with solder joints as well. My latest piece would be much nicer if those solder joints did not oxidise all the way beneath the enamel. I've pickled them after soldering of course but apparently one cycle was not enough
Depletion is not bringing the silver to the surface but removing the cooper molecules a few atoms deep. It is the cooper that turns black and is washed away in the pickle.
Wow awesome tip thank You!❤
You are so welcome!
Thank for showing us these steps.
Happy to help! Thanks! :)
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Thanks a lot sandra really I love this idea
My pleasure! :)
Thank you!!
You're welcome!
What about soldered pieces?what solder do we use thats ok for kiln?
I prefer using eutectic solder, since it can be depletion gilded as well. But Hard solder will also hold up in the kiln, as long as you are a little more careful of the temp. ( I think hard solder will flow at 1450F/787C)
Nice! I wonder if that works with solder joints as well. My latest piece would be much nicer if those solder joints did not oxidise all the way beneath the enamel. I've pickled them after soldering of course but apparently one cycle was not enough
Thanks! Not sure it would work for solder though, but try it and let me know! :)
Depletion is not bringing the silver to the surface but removing the cooper molecules a few atoms deep. It is the cooper that turns black and is washed away in the pickle.
Thanks for the clarification! :)
Thank you) what do you use as pickle substance before enamelling?
I use regular jewelry pickle: www.riogrande.com/product/rio-pickle-for-non-ferrous-metals/5010233GP/