Part 1 - Gold ring join
DaDo Online LWA - Module 4 - Ring joins & resizes
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5m 31s
Timeline
First, create a V-cut with an angle on the ring \[00:30].
The V should be knife-edged \[00:42].
Start at a low power setting and gradually increase it until you achieve the desired action \[00:50].
If it sounds "splatty", it's too hot, so decrease the power \[01:12].
Tack the ring to make it hands-free \[01:29].
If you're not happy with the position, you can break it apart and start again \[01:37].
Infill the groove with matching gold, either using laser wire or gold from the ring itself \[01:44].
Offer the laser wire into the groove and fire the first shot just in front of the wire \[02:12].
Continue with additional shots, ensuring the gold is fully melted into the groove to avoid pockets \[02:28].
Adjust the power as needed, especially if the finish changes or carbon is present \[02:58].
Fill the groove without worrying about tidiness at this stage \[03:30].
Increase the spot size to tidy up and manipulate the material \[03:53].
Superficially work on the inside of the ring \[04:20].
Cutting a V and infilling makes the ring strong because you're printing material from left and right, melting from base to top \[05:03].
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Part 2 - Gold ring resize
Initial Attachment: Begin by attaching one side of the new gold section to the existing ring shank using a low power setting on the laser welder [00:28].
Second Side Attachment: Join the other side of the new section to the shank, ensuring a close and even fit [00:56].
Use pliers to adjust and ... -
Part 3 - Silver ring join
Timeline
Laser Settings and Preparation:
The video begins by establishing the appropriate power setting for the laser, emphasizing that silver requires more heat and technique than gold due to its heat conductivity \[00:26].
The laser's power is adjusted incrementally until the desired action i... -
M4 Airpockets
In this video, we cover a crucial tip to avoid weakening your work when welding. One of the most important things to remember is not to leave a "pocket"—a small gap formed as you melt the material. If you move past it without properly filling it in, it can create a weak point that may eventually ...
