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    Dec 21, 2008, 08:54 AM
    How solder ferrous wire?
    I would like to know what tools, flux, solder to use when soldering ferrous wire. The only directions I can find are for NON-ferrous wire. Thank you.
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    Dec 21, 2008, 10:19 AM

    It depends a lot on the application. Jewelers will use silver soldering/brazing with a real small torch.

    Jewelry Making Supplies | Soldering - Silver Solder Equipment, Smith Little Torch

    The alloys and flux depend on what's being soldered and it's application.

    I've done it on a larger scale. It's difficult for some people.

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