Wire question

Nov 23, 2003 2 Replies
R

Hi Guys,



I just purchased some "solder-filled sterling round wire" from Rio Grande and would like to know if any of you are familiar with it. I thought it was wire that can be used to make jump rings but now I'm not sure. The description in the cataloge reads: "Solder-filled sterling wire is a tri-metal wire: a solder core surrounded by a copper shell and a fine silver outer layer....The core eliminates the need for additional solder, simplifying production. This wire is ideal for making chains and jump rings. Simply flux and use."



Would I use this wire to solder jump rings or can this wire be used to make jump rings? I am so new to this that I may be asking a totally stupid question but I know someone here will be able to help.



Thanks.



Regina


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Use only for soldering. I suppose you could use it to make jump rings, but if you try to solder them closed, the whole thing will most likely melt. Then there is the problem of flexibility. How soft is the stuff? It can't be as hard as silver itself, what with the copper and the solder. Seems to me that rings made from it would deform rather easily............ Barbara Dream Master

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Thanks Barbara. I should have asked the customer service rep at Rio before I ordered. The wire is very soft so you are right it would not be suitable for rings. Oh well, I guess I will be soldering alot.

Regina

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