Part 1 - Silver bracelet
The Complete DaDo Online LWA: Module 1-7
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6m 51s
Timeline
Low Power:
Start your laser welding machine at the lowest power setting [01:10].
Increase Power Incrementally:
Gradually increase the power until you observe the metal beginning to react [01:10].
Apply Black Marker (Silver):
If working with silver, apply a black marker pen to the area you'll be welding. This will aid the laser's effectiveness [00:01:38].
Introduce infill Wire:
If filling a gap, position your filler wire (e.g., silver wire) at the edge of the gap [00:01:46].
Laser the Wire's End:
Direct the laser slightly ahead of the wire's end, causing it to melt and fuse to the jewelry piece [00:01:46].
Repeat for Filling:
Continue adding filler wire and laser welding it until the gap is filled. Reapply the black marker as needed [00:02:15].
Smooth the Weld:
Use the laser to smooth out the newly added metal, creating a seamless surface [00:03:00].
Adjust Spot Size:
If necessary, adjust the laser's spot size to refine the weld or smooth larger areas [00:04:24]
Address Thin Areas:
Be mindful of thin areas in the jewelry, as they can be more prone to damage. Adjust your laser settings accordingly [00:06:11]
Refine the Finish:
Make final adjustments to the laser's settings and spot size to achieve a smooth and polished finish [00:05:44].
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Part 2 - Gold cross
Power:
Start by setting the laser power to zero [00:54].
Gradually increase the power until you see action on the cross itself [01:02]First Shot:
Aim the laser at a spot away from the area needing repair to test the action [01:02].Infill gold wire:
Introduce gold to the area that needs to be... -
Introduction to Module 4
Join Paul as he guides you through the process of rejoining and resizing gold and silver rings using infilling and laser wire with the DaDo 2.0 laser welder . You'll learn how to create smooth, durable joins and achieve a professional finish with ease and learn why a laser can be better than a fl...
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Part 1 - Gold ring join
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 ...
