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What beats charcoal blocks for silver soldering?

I have been torch soldering sterling silver on charcoal blocks for years. It is very expensive and doesn't last very long. Does anyone have a suggestion for what's next best that reflects heat like charcoal but lasts longer?

Thanks in advance,

Richard Langbert
Silversmith - Stuart, Florida, USA
2003

I'm not familiar with soldering silver, but I find your letter interesting. Does the charcoal also serve as an oxygen scavenger during the soldering to discourage oxidation?

Ted Mooney, P.E.
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2003

Yes, the charcoal block helps to deplete oxygen.

Richard Langbert
Silversmith - Stuart, Florida, USA
2003

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