Set Iron Temperature
30 minutesset iron temperature with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Intermediate1-2 weeks
Soldering Techniques Guide
Learn soldering techniques from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
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Workflow
Apply Flux Evenly
45 minutesapply flux evenly with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Build Smooth Bead
60 minutesbuild smooth bead with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Reinforce Structural Joints
75 minutesreinforce structural joints with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Clean Flux Residue
1-2 hoursclean flux residue with precision, following established stained glass methods and verifying results at each stage.
Tools Used
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Planning
Prep
Baseline
Quality
Tracking
Reference Materials
Soldering Techniques ReferenceTable
Key benchmarks for soldering techniques.
| Method | Line Width | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Copper foil | 1/8 in | Suncatchers |
| Lead came | H or U | Panels |
| Paint | N/A | Detail |
Solder JointFormula
Smooth bead = adequate heat + flux — cold joints crack
Lead ExposureStandard
Wash hands after handling lead came — do not eat in work area.
Score Once
One confident score line beats multiple light passes — glass follows the first cut.
Progressive Refinement
Work from coarse to fine — don't skip intermediate steps to save time.
Lead Safety
Wash hands after handling lead came and solder — never eat in the work area.
Safety Notes
- Wear safety glasses and cut-resistant gloves when cutting or grinding glass.
- Wash hands after handling lead came and solder — never eat in the work area.