Nice lessons, we will give this a try here, thank you we learn here and we did that wire rolling up for annealing consistency was fantastic. Lance & Patrick.
I'm a complete novice bench jeweler. I am taking a diploma course through New York Institute of Art & Design by Penn Foster. I'm working on my project, making an ID bracelet. I am to shape the links for the bracelet myself. The wire I am to use is 14 gauge brass wire. This wire is very difficult to bend with my round nose pliers, and is even worse using my stepper pliers. Of course, the course has taught me about annealing, but I wasn't sure how to go about it. There are no videos in the course. This video is very helpful. Thank you for making it. However, I do have one question. Can a butane torch be used to do the annealing?
Coiling works great for fine wire, but ... What about wire that's too thick to bend in a coil like 6 ga? Or square, half round, or some bezel wires that you don't want to get twisted up? Also, you didn't mention (or maybe I missed it) fine silver - same as sterling?
"Heat to 'bright cherry red" says one 'expert' video; "heat to dull cherry red" says another; "heat until the Sharpie disappears" was what my first instructor said; "heat until the shine dulls" says my current instructor. Then I get to this video. THIS VIDEO MAKES SO MUCH SENSE! I knew I could count on Rio Grande! Thanks!
If you have a large quantity of wire, can you put it in a kiln? If so, what temperatures would you need for silver and copper and for how long? I use 8 gauge wire (it comes in coils ) and torching it ends up with very inconsistent results. I have heard temps between 1100 and 1300 degrees F for 30 min. for silver and cannot find info for copper.
Hello محمد نبيل, in order to best answer your question we spoke with our Tech Team. They wanted to know if you could provide them with an example or a photo of the items that you wish to weld in order to better understand your question? We look forward to assisting you!
They make temp stick's, and it will melt when it's at the right temp you just rub it on the metal your heating,I'm not trying to take away from the video and I apologize if I sound that way, I'm actually subcribe to this channel.
Where you located, I have some Bangles-Brass metal featuring with Cubic Zirconia and poor quality rosegold plated. So I want re plating all approximately 30 Bangles, I'm not sure how and how much Cost for that ?
Hi, for annealing Platinum, the most accurate way is to use a kiln, heat to 1700°f and hold for 15 minutes at which time you can quench or air cool. For torch annealing heat the piece to a bright orange glow and hold for about 1 minute and then quench or air cool. The time will depend on thickness of material. One thing to note is that if you're picking up the extremely hot piece of metal with tongs there is a chance of cross-contamination, so air cooling may be safer. We hope this answers your question, but please let us know if you have any others.
I would also like to know this. Especially gold filled wire. I am always sad that I can't purchase 19ga rose gold filled wire and use a lot of it. I'd love to be able to have a few ounces at a time of 19ga rose gold filled dead soft wire.
Hi Tammy, John is using the Smith® Silver Smith™ Acetylene and Air Torch Kit, and you can find it at Rio Grande by clicking on this link, ow.ly/j1Rv50D6NiV
I’m starting to work with 8-12 ga copper and brass wire at home for my jewelry and figured annealing would make the process a lot easier. Can I just use a regular torch for this instead of the one you’re using?
@@casandradaly9698 Not a problem! Our Tech Team got back to us and they said that, yes, you can use a torch to anneal metal. You will need to have a good size tip like the #2 tip from the Acetylene Air Torch and flux on the metal.. Place a X with a sharpie. Once the sharpie disappears the metal is annealed. We hope this helps and let us know if you have any other questions!
Nice lessons, we will give this a try here, thank you we learn here and we did that wire rolling up for annealing consistency was fantastic. Lance & Patrick.
I'm a complete novice bench jeweler. I am taking a diploma course through New York Institute of Art & Design by Penn Foster. I'm working on my project, making an ID bracelet. I am to shape the links for the bracelet myself. The wire I am to use is 14 gauge brass wire. This wire is very difficult to bend with my round nose pliers, and is even worse using my stepper pliers. Of course, the course has taught me about annealing, but I wasn't sure how to go about it. There are no videos in the course. This video is very helpful. Thank you for making it. However, I do have one question. Can a butane torch be used to do the annealing?
Coiling works great for fine wire, but ... What about wire that's too thick to bend in a coil like 6 ga? Or square, half round, or some bezel wires that you don't want to get twisted up?
Also, you didn't mention (or maybe I missed it) fine silver - same as sterling?
"Heat to 'bright cherry red" says one 'expert' video; "heat to dull cherry red" says another; "heat until the Sharpie disappears" was what my first instructor said; "heat until the shine dulls" says my current instructor. Then I get to this video. THIS VIDEO MAKES SO MUCH SENSE! I knew I could count on Rio Grande! Thanks!
We are glad you found this helpful. Thank you for watching!
If you have a large quantity of wire, can you put it in a kiln? If so, what temperatures would you need for silver and copper and for how long? I use 8 gauge wire (it comes in coils ) and torching it ends up with very inconsistent results. I have heard temps between 1100 and 1300 degrees F for 30 min. for silver and cannot find info for copper.
I use paste flux a lot too.
After annealing the metal such as brass does it go back to being hard after folding it?
Can it be useful? I want to know how to weld carbide with styrene with flex. Can you help me?
Hello محمد نبيل, in order to best answer your question we spoke with our Tech Team. They wanted to know if you could provide them with an example or a photo of the items that you wish to weld in order to better understand your question? We look forward to assisting you!
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They make temp stick's, and it will melt when it's at the right temp you just rub it on the metal your heating,I'm not trying to take away from the video and I apologize if I sound that way, I'm actually subcribe to this channel.
Great and very helpful video. I liked hearings about using flux as an indicator. Thanks so much. 👩🏼🎨🌵🔨
Where you located, I have some Bangles-Brass metal featuring with Cubic Zirconia and poor quality rosegold plated. So I want re plating all approximately 30 Bangles, I'm not sure how and how much Cost for that ?
What about Anne sling platinum sheet? Do you quench or air cool?
Annealing
Hi, for annealing Platinum, the most accurate way is to use a kiln, heat to 1700°f and hold for 15 minutes at which time you can quench or air cool. For torch annealing heat the piece to a bright orange glow and hold for about 1 minute and then quench or air cool. The time will depend on thickness of material. One thing to note is that if you're picking up the extremely hot piece of metal with tongs there is a chance of cross-contamination, so air cooling may be safer. We hope this answers your question, but please let us know if you have any others.
Any tips about annealing gold-fill wire and sheet?
I would also like to know this. Especially gold filled wire. I am always sad that I can't purchase 19ga rose gold filled wire and use a lot of it. I'd love to be able to have a few ounces at a time of 19ga rose gold filled dead soft wire.
First things first. Explain why one should anneal.
Hello we will go ahead and pass your question on to our Tech Team and get you an answer!
Hi, where did you get the metal stand to hold your torch handle? Thank you.
Would nickel silver be annealed the same as sterling silver?
Brilliant, simple and clear, all a student needs to start :) thanks!
You are welcome! Thank you for watching!
The problem with me is that I have to use a striker to light the torch, and it scares me so much.
Thank you so much excellent video
Really good video- to the point and really well explained!
Thank you. We are glad you found it helpful.
What is this torch you're using? Is it sold by Rio Grande?
Hi Tammy, John is using the Smith® Silver Smith™ Acetylene and Air Torch Kit, and you can find it at Rio Grande by clicking on this link, ow.ly/j1Rv50D6NiV
I’m starting to work with 8-12 ga copper and brass wire at home for my jewelry and figured annealing would make the process a lot easier. Can I just use a regular torch for this instead of the one you’re using?
Hello, we will go ahead and ask our Tech Team and get back to you with with their answer.
@@RioGrande1944 thank you!
@@casandradaly9698 Not a problem! Our Tech Team got back to us and they said that, yes, you can use a torch to anneal metal. You will need to have a good size tip like the #2 tip from the Acetylene Air Torch and flux on the metal.. Place a X with a sharpie. Once the sharpie disappears the metal is annealed. We hope this helps and let us know if you have any other questions!
@@RioGrande1944 thank you for the tips! I’ll try it out next time
@@RioGrande1944 Is there a way to restore the brass color after it’s been annealed?
Thank you!!!
How do i quench my girlfriend? 😢
Fantastic info! Thank you!
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