Soldering

This lesson serves as a comprehensive guide to the art and science of jewellery soldering. In the first part, students learn to prepare flux from boric acid, a crucial component aiding the soldering process, and understand the roles of different types of solder and a titanium pick. The second part dives deeper into the practical aspect, demonstrating the process of soldering rings using hard solder. The third part will show the use of Jeweller’s pickle, an acidic solution instrumental in removing tarnish and oxidization from silver and copper pieces.