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pot still help

PostPosted: Wed Feb 15, 2023 2:39 pm
by brewster2
couple of years ago got some 4 5 and 6 inch copper pie aim was make some pot stills i have a 5 star bubbler with 3 inch sights bought from founder mac 7 or 8 years ago when he was in maddington.could not meet a nicer helpful and smart dude. anyway progreesed with the build using bunnings and bottled gas.have had heath issues both shoulder joints and aortic valve replaced. problem i took bunnings bottle back i could never seem to get enough heat in welds to make silver solder flow. i need some assistance please from a local or a skilled person who has the right gear to finish job i still have4 /6 inch pipe left over to swap or will pay a reasonable fee to finish the job .the govenment in their wisdom took away my pension and health care card 23 months ago .shares went up shares got shorted. i am in mandurah wa 72 yrs and can can travel.any offers of assistance appreciated thanks brewster2

Re: pot still help

PostPosted: Sat Feb 18, 2023 3:15 pm
by atec77
any weld shop can assist or use the yellow gas bottle from Bunnings , remember it has limitations when heating a lot of copper but for most uses is
sufficient to silver solder up to 3", 4"may need additional heating but can be done
good luck and have fun

Re: pot still help

PostPosted: Sat Feb 18, 2023 4:34 pm
by brewster2
thanks atec 77 yes did not explain clear enough i need to silver solder 5 and 6 inch copper i believe i need someone with oxy/accet and skill this pipe acts as a heat sink thanks in anticipation brewster ps its 90% finished