Laser Welding Demo & Taster Session – Thurs 23rd Jan - 1:30-4:30pm - Yardley Hastings - £30

Name: Laser Welding Demo & Taster Session – Thurs 23rd Jan - 1:30-4:30pm - Yardley Hastings - £30
Start: 2025-01-23T13:30:00+00:00
End: 2025-01-23T16:30:00+00:00
Location: Beccy Gillatt - School of Jewellery

Schedule

Thu Jan 23 2025 at 01:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Beccy Gillatt - School of Jewellery | Northampton, EN

Skill Level - Easy
This workshop is designed to give you an understanding of laser welding techniques.
Learn from true experts in the field! and find out why a professional workshop is rarely without a laser welder these days!
During the workshop, our experienced instructors will cover a range of topics, including laser welding basics and advanced techniques.
You will have a chance to work hands-on with the equipment and receive personalised instruction and guidance.
You will be guided through the different output settings for various methods to assist in the manufacturing and repair of jewellery where soldering may not be an option. You will have the opportunity to practice repairing jewellery in silver, gold and platinum, working around stones, porosity repair and more.
In addition, we are delighted that Freeform Fabrication is supporting this workshop and supplying the DaDo and larger laser welding machines for this workshop, so you will also be able to experience and practice on the DaDo!
The DaDo laser welder complements traditional methods in the workshop and in many cases has advantages, primarily its small size and small price makes it an attractive option.
Who is this class suitable for?
Hobby to professional jewellers who want to see the capabilities and techniques of a Dado Laser Welder
What will I make?
You’ll work hands on with the machine experimenting and exploring different applications and materials. The team encourage you to bring along some projects to try out such as re-tipping, ring sizing, jump & bolt ring securing, porosity repair, working around stones, chain repair or watch repairs. Bring along items in the style you like to work in and the materials you use every day to see what a laser welder can do for you.
What will I learn?
You’ll learn how to use the Dado laser welder in your workshop practice. You’ll learn how to operate and maintain the machine, how to choose the right settings and welding wire for different applications and projects and how to prepare pieces for welding.
What is included?
All tools and equipment are provided. We will have jump rings, chain, and sheet metal to complete some simple experiments and welds. Please bring your own projects and challenges to test out how the laser works for what you do.