FAQ
Q: What is the solder in the soldering kit made of?
A: The solder is lead-free and made of tin, copper and silver. It is a solid-wire solder that contains no flux in the core. It is not silver-bearing.
Q: What type of surfaces should I work on while I’m soldering?
A: Place the Heat Resistant Solder Mat on a work surface. Although it is heat-resistant, the mat will still get hot and can heat the surface beneath it. Add an extra layer (such as a stainless steel sheet or tile) under the mat if you are working on a surface that you want to protect. If you do not have a Heat Resistant Solder Mat, you can use a ceramic tile.
Q: Can I use a photograph in a soldering project?
A: If you want to use a photo image, we suggest using a photocopy. The top layer of photo paper or any glossy paper will melt when heated, pull away from the photo and stick to the glass, distorting the image.
Q: Can I put several layers of paper between the two pieces of glass?
A: Yes, you can layer paper, stickers, stamps or other elements to create dimension. You’ll have the best results if you distribute the elements evenly so that the two pieces of glass remain parallel and do not “rock.”
Q. Can I use more than two pieces of glass in my soldering project?
A: Yes, you can use additional glass pieces to achieve a layered effect. You may need to go back over the copper tape with another piece of tape to make it wide enough to fit around the glass.
A: The solder is lead-free and made of tin, copper and silver. It is a solid-wire solder that contains no flux in the core. It is not silver-bearing.
Q: What type of surfaces should I work on while I’m soldering?
A: Place the Heat Resistant Solder Mat on a work surface. Although it is heat-resistant, the mat will still get hot and can heat the surface beneath it. Add an extra layer (such as a stainless steel sheet or tile) under the mat if you are working on a surface that you want to protect. If you do not have a Heat Resistant Solder Mat, you can use a ceramic tile.
Q: Can I use a photograph in a soldering project?
A: If you want to use a photo image, we suggest using a photocopy. The top layer of photo paper or any glossy paper will melt when heated, pull away from the photo and stick to the glass, distorting the image.
Q: Can I put several layers of paper between the two pieces of glass?
A: Yes, you can layer paper, stickers, stamps or other elements to create dimension. You’ll have the best results if you distribute the elements evenly so that the two pieces of glass remain parallel and do not “rock.”
Q. Can I use more than two pieces of glass in my soldering project?
A: Yes, you can use additional glass pieces to achieve a layered effect. You may need to go back over the copper tape with another piece of tape to make it wide enough to fit around the glass.