[TheForge] Forging Bronze

[Rick Korinek]

I have a related question regarding bronze.  I have an upcoming project to
make fireplace doors out of bronze.  I would like to fasten the back screen
frames to the door frames without fasteners like rivet heads showing on the
front surfaces.  Is it possible to fasten threaded studs to the bronze by
welding?  Something like 1/4"-20 or #10.  The stud material is not
important--could be steel, bronze or brass, whatever will adhere nicely.

I have the equipment to TIG, Mig and torch weld.  What would you recommend?
-Rick

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[mailto:theforge-bounces at mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Bill Roberts
Sent: Thursday, February 02, 2006 9:05 AM
To: Sponsored by ABANA
Subject: Re: [TheForge] Forging Bronze

Hi David,
I've always used mig or tig. You can get spools of silicon bronze  
wire, and silicon bronze tig rod. Gives a better color match, when  
it's time for the patina. FWIW.

Bill Roberts
www.CustomDesignMetalArts.com



On Feb 2, 2006, at 9:09 AM, Hufford, David wrote:
> Bill:
> Speaking of silicon bronze ... how about welding?  Can it be welded  
> using oxy-acetylene with bronze brazing rod?  If so, any  
> pointers ... ?
> David Hufford
>
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