Fusing Jump Rings

by Judy Larson
Making closed jump rings is much simpler when you don't have to use solder! Try Argentium silver, for easy fusing.
Instructions
When making closed jump rings, choose Argentium wire to make jump rings because it fuses beautifully.

No worries later about remembering what level of solder was used, AND the rings will not end up soldering together or to something else if too much heat is used when using them in a design.
Fusing interconnecting rings for mobius spaces is also a breeze.

However, getting the rings to lay nicely can sometimes be tricky.

To even them out, press the tip of a pencil (with no lead) into the rings on a soldering surface. If the center opening is too large for a pencil, a dapping punch works just as well.

Once you're happy with the positioning fuse away!
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Materials

19 Gauge Round Half Hard Argentium .940 Silver Wire
H19-19H
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
  • Price: $9.08
  • Gold Club Price: $6.81
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18 Gauge Round Half Hard Argentium .940 Silver Wire
H19-18H
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
  • Price: $10.38
  • Gold Club Price: $7.78
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16 Gauge Round Half Hard Argentium .940 Silver Wire
H19-16H
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
  • Price: $17.51
  • Gold Club Price: $13.13
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20 Gauge Round Half Hard Argentium .940 Silver Wire
H19-20H
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 1FT
  • Price: $7.13
  • Gold Club Price: $5.35
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Tools

Blazer Big Buddy Turbo Torch, Black
TRCH-8010
  • TRCH-8010
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
  • Price: $40.00
  • Gold Club Price: $30.00
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12x12 Inch Rubber Mat
MAT-500.00
  • MAT-500.00
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
  • Price: $24.95
  • Gold Club Price: $18.71
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12 Piece Dapping Punch Set 3.6mm to 14mm
G17-4
  • G17-4
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
  • Price: $12.97
  • Gold Club Price: $9.73
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Optional Tools
Starter Jewelry Soldering Kit
G32-STARTER
  • Lesson Quantity: 1.00 pieces
  • Purchase Quantity: 1.00 each
  • Price: $79.95
  • Gold Club Price: $59.96
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  • Category: Findings
  • Technique(s): Butane Torch Techniques