Basic Principles of Solder 1. Solder is a tin/lead alloy with the exception of lead-free solder which is a tin-copper alloy. The 3 basic types of solder used for stained glass are 50/50 50% tin/50% lead - most commonly used in box and lamp assembly 60/40 60% tin/40% lead - most commonly used in lead and copper foil assembly 63/37 63% tin/37% lead - most commonly used for decorative soldering The higher the ratio of tin to lead, the easier to the solder will flow at lower temperatures...
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Thin, lightweight and easy to cut, 90 COE Wasser is an ideal glass for beginners and experts alike. Wonderful for fusing, bead work, and even foil applications.
Vase project in the additional images is by artist Geneva Perkins, from "Fundamentals of Wasser" book# 5990.