Beginner Needing HELP!!!

[jmcutting]

Just wanted to let everyone know that after all of your help I was able to get the soldering somewhat figured out. It ended up being a couple of things. First off the steel I had was in fact plated. Secondly the 95/5 solder I got wasn't right. So once I got everything in line soldering became a whole lot easier. Thanks for everyone's HELP!!!!!

-justin

 

[KSnyder]

the solder i get is 96% tin & 4% silver. its called Hi-force lowtemp used with comet #4 flux it sticks to brass, copper, steel, silver , nickel . Not sure if it will stick to stainless.I used it to solder a 5" x 1/2" steel flange to a 1" cold roll steel rod that holds up my engraving vise, a South Bend 8" lathe chuck, believe me it ain't goin' no where. never had anything give up its ghost when soldered with the above mentioned.
Kent

 

[gail.m]

Justin,
Also be aware that copper oxidises easier that any thing else out there! Be sure to flux it well. Copper can sometimes be a sticky booger to pick<G>. Another thing, if you ever try the real silver solder again, HandyFlux B is good for steel/silver as it is a high temp flux. It is black and gooey, but works well for these applications. It can be purchased at most welders supply, or Rio. Good luck, Gailm