How To Solder Sheet Metal Together

Here is the short video to show you the basics of soldering two pieces of metal together.

How to solder sheet metal together.

I am using sheet solder an high quality flux from gesswein. By now the soldering iron is probably heated and ready. However i often encounter open seams which are impossible to get rid of with out loosing the integrity of the design. Brazing is a similar method to soldering and welding and requires the metal to be melted so they can be joined.

Definitely wear safety glasses because hot solder can pop. Tradesmen often use brazing or welding instead to create stronger joins between the metals. I am designing a mixed metal ring with layers of thin copper silver brass and gold then sculpting designs into it. Soldering is the process of joining pieces of metal together.

Soldering glues the pieces of metal together by melting a softer metal to act as an adhesive. It is typically done with a small electric iron and a bonding agent called solder. While soldering is useful for many purposes it has limitations. I try to answer all questions in a ti.

Soldering is the process wherein two or more metal items are fused together by melting a filler metal into the joint. You may want to wear gloves too i chose not to. Feel free to ask me any questions you have in the comments. Because the galvanized metal is designed to be resistant to outside harm soldering pieces of steel that have been galvanized can pose a problem if done improperly.

Learn the basics of soldering two pieces of metal together. Another method used to join pieces of metal together is brazing. While soldering is generally easy if become more difficult when working with certain materials. Unlike welding soldering allows the user to bind small pieces of metal together and is commonly used in the manufacture of circuit boards.

Any one have any tips on soldering metal sheet together with out any gaps.