Perfect Mirrored Bar - Plug Perfection - Trash To Treasure - ASMR Metal Melting -Steel Copper Alloy

[@bigstackD]

Just a quick one today guys as I've been absolutely flat out over here. Another kilo closer to the goal and I can't wait to get a bit closer so I can get that 529 kg motor from the 1930s that I showed a sneak peak of 2 weeks ago . All the usual bits and pieces and one of my Prettiest bars to date. Now sit back relax and enjoy today's video but most importantly have an awesome weekend👊🏻😁

[@entity9742]

Cant wait to see the day you can melt steel given the amount of steel you give to your friend

[@kevinbray3724]

@@entity9742 You'll be waiting a good long time. His furnaces can barely melt miniscule amounts of steel. Those things are MADE of steel, so can't handle the temperatures to melt it in significant quantities. You'd need a brick lined furnace, as stone is far higher melting temperature than steel.

[@ethanhumphrey5758]

I think i have seen worse bars than that copper/steel one on this channel.

[@liora.5003]

​@@kevinbray3724a man can dream

[@entity9742]

@@kevinbray3724 im sure at some point he'll make one

[@LAJay101]

On a personal level, it's really cool to finally see you complete your goal. I got hooked on your videos when I saw you make copper bars from wires in your Garage. The biggest motor ever disassembled after reaching one Million subs was so cool. I find your videos so damn pleasing to listen and watch. I hope it doesn't end after your goal, and if it does. Im really happy to see a Dragon like you finally get the hoard he wanted

[@medicbabe2ID]

That was probably the skrippiest of scrapping I've seen you do, but _what a result._ That bar is glorious! What a transformation. 🤩

[@georgewashington1106]

I think most people would have just thrown everything in and let the plastic burn off. Those of us who appreciate, on a global scale, having fresh air and clean water appreciate your efforts. Thank you, from Olympia, Washington, USA

[@bigstackD]

👊🏻😁

[@aynDRAWS]

I'm so excited for the motor melt!! I don't mind a shorter one- a nice mix of lengths is good.

[@danielcarter305]

I can't wait either, I loved the last mega motor melt! BigstackD just kept pouring bar after bar!

[@andybaldman]

That’s what she said

[@ZomBearfoot]

Yeah, she did!

[@ranekeisenkralle8265]

I've been watching since around 300 or 400kg, and to me it is kinda funny how ever since these videos have become my go-to for things to watch during breakfast on Friday mornings. Much better than the junk that is called TV these days.

[@zeteatcase]

Same here! I love watching this with my kids every Friday. My son, who is 1, really enjoys the bits with the dogs.

[@ranekeisenkralle8265]

@@zeteatcase I'm more of a cat-person myself, but I am happy that you have something to enjoy with your kids. 👍

[@zeteatcase]

@@ranekeisenkralle8265 I am just super glad we get to watch @bigstackD every week!

[@JimGriffOne]

22:00 - The shine looks like it comes from the nickel content (the nickel coating on top of copper terminals). I believe most audio connectors are copper underneath with different coatings on top (tin, brass, nickel, silver, gold). I didn't notice any gold- or silver-plated ones in the bin, just the cheaper nickel-plated ones.

[@blancothevanchannel]

What an amalgam!

[@robertbackhaus8911]

It really reminds me of the metal use in Dollar and Two Dollar coins - 92% copper, 6% aluminium and 2% nickel. Likely some aluminium used in the cheaper ones, and as you mention, nickel plating is very common.

[@bidwell13]

The metal in the rca cables depends on the brand of cable. Each company uses different metals to make their plugs. Some use gold some use tellurium copper with rhodium plating. It’s basically whatever metal mixture the company finds gives the best audio/video connection

[@scrappirateroberts]

Two that I would put money on are cadmium and chromium for plating.🙂 🏴‍☠

[@Mr.SuperDuper-idk]

Just some hexvalient chromium C power heavy metal carcinogens. Nothing special

[@phildavis1723]

Two things learned here. (1) This guy isn't quite as much of a trained pro as I thought, and (2) Sometimes he does stuff just for the heck of it because the idea makes him smile obviously! If I had that equipment, and that room, I would be having hopefully the same amount of fun as you! 🤣

[@ScorpioKing1]

Man I watch every video, sometimes I binge watch over and over. It's just calming. The birds, the outdoors, the sound of the furnace, even the clanking of the hammer on copper piping 😂. It's just relaxing 👉💯. Thanx man 👍

[@gasmatd]

Yes 🙌 this guys content seriously does something for me too! Everything down to the captions is so… non invasive. It draws me in when the artist allows you to enjoy the medium instead of jumping around between the medium and the viewer like, “hey! Look at me!” Like… dude I’m just here for the creativity 😅

[@ScorpioKing1]

@@gasmatd oh I agree 💯👍. I don't wanna hear someone talk every 5 seconds. Just get to the melting 😂. But seriously, it's just a great great channel.

[@sofabuddha]

I've often wondered what would happen to a copper ingot if you slowed the cooling process down by putting the mould back in the furnace and letting it cool down over a longer period. Good video today.

[@Gravedigger933]

That would be interesting to find out.

[@ArtemkaPannat]

I genuinely do not know this. Can you put a mould into a furnace, melt the metal in it and take it out ? Would that create a bar or a mess ?

[@CaedmonOS]

The molds are made of carbon I'm pretty sure they'll just burn

[@ArtemkaPannat]

@@CaedmonOS oh, now I understand, thank you

[@danielcarter305]

If you slowly cooled if over weeks or even months it would have huge copper crystal grains and be extremely hard copper.

[@TheWabbit]

That was a beautiful bar, probably a little silver, tin, mostly copper and aluminum. It sure came out nice! I cant wait to see the motor melt, those are always my favorite. You're so close to a tonne so I'm sure it will be soon enough.

[@konrad183]

Audio "chinch" plugs are commonly outfitted with a silver coating, and, in certain instances that prioritize enhanced quality, they may boast a layer of gold plating. It's noteworthy that the most premium iterations of these plugs are frequently constructed using these metallic materials.

[@MrAnderson5157]

Mostly aluminum guy. smh

[@SeanBZA]

@@MrAnderson5157 More likely the tin and lead from the solder, as there will not be much aluminium in those plugs, more chrome than anything else, which will alloy with the copper.

[@MrAnderson5157]

They are unfortunately mostly made of aluminum. It is cheap and does not oxidize. The cheap rca's are AI primary. The color is the copper. AI primary copper alloys come out that yellow color. The small amounts of solder, that which doesn't become dross, is negligible.@@SeanBZA

[@MrAnderson5157]

"High end", which he did not have really, will have some other alloys but again in very small amounts. What he had was mostly aluminum. The middle of the road quality rca's will merely contain more copper than the cheap ones.@@SeanBZA

[@MrAnderson5157]

Get him to stick a magnet to it. AI or copper should be difficult to stick a magnet to, Tin is magnetic.@@SeanBZA

[@squishybrick]

Not a long-time viewer, but I'm surprised you just melted that stuff down without knowing what metal was in it. I'm getting close to starting my own melty metal hobby, and I wouldn't want to accept making alloy bars like that.. Then again, I guess there's no real way to identify or accurately separate the metals from stuff like that without some slightly beefy chemistry equipment. I may not watch your channel often, but your videos have always inspired me to want to start making my own ingots.. And I finally have the setup and material to do it. If you like, after I make my very first bar, I could set aside a chunk to send to you, as a keepsake. A token of appreciation for inspiring me to recycle old electronics for metals and other bits.

[@pubbvp]

There are metal analysis sprectrometers (and XRF) that give you the precise composition of the bars. There are mostly used for precious metals and those useful for electronics. Probably not affordable for hobbyist... Best regards. Bernard

[@squishybrick]

@@pubbvp Well, I made my very first set of bars, made a youtube video of it. I'd still love to set one aside for him, if he wanted one, as a keepsake from an inspired fan.

[@lizardhollow]

Taking all those apart is real dedication. Not sure I’d do it but yay to you for not giving up. 😊

[@drewski1023]

my favorite channel and in my opinion the BEST channel EVER, TY D for sharing ingot and bullion with us as well as your craft. this is my weekly therapy I KID YOU NOT. TY

[@MysterySemicolon]

I really like the highly polished stuff, but that pure copper looks great when it melts and pours. *chef's kiss*

[@KewneRain]

Another thing to note, is never pour copper ONTO ice, just a plain block of it, it'll cause a massive steam explosion. There was a guy I used to watch that melted like a kilo of copper and dumped it on stuff; he poured it onto a block of ice and it exploded and sprayed molten copper everywhere. Also, never pour aluminum into a cavity in ice, TKOR did it (from a safe distance) and it exploded too.

[@crichards037]

I feel like the general rule of thumb is don't pour really hot stuff on really cold stuff unless you feel like getting a painful and extended hospital stay...or death. Lol.

[@reverendtfg6802]

@@crichards037 *It's not the cold, it's the moisture.*

[@crichards037]

@@reverendtfg6802 Lol yeah, you're absolutely right. My brain was on the one track of *really cold = ice*, which by definition is moisture lol. But you are absolutely correct - thank you for correcting me! Especially when it comes to safety things like this, it's incredibly important to be providing accurate information! 😊👍

[@fetchitnowuk]

The guy at the start of the video is me 😂

[@KewneRain]

@@fetchitnowuk did you get any serious injuries from the explosion?

[@harleyrdr1]

OMG, that steam explosion was NASTY!!! 😳

[@Originaldrocks361]

I love how you artistic side comes out in your videos! Great job as always..

[@jubba90able]

I love how shiny the mirrored bars are.

[@Ziegen-Sauger]

Those golden RCA plugs (Monster Plugs) - you show stripping a sky blue one at the very beginning - are gold filled; one of the main sources of gold in my refining hobby

[@wooden_lord]

I've been watching this channel for a long time and only now I realized why it's so hot in Australia!)

[@sgibbons77]

I look forward with so much anticipation to my Friday morning fix of metal melting goodness. Thank you for feeding my addiction bigstackD!!

[@thunderbasilisk1352]

I dont mind the shorter video. That mirror bar is gorgeous. And woohoo so close! Cant wait to see the motor melt!

[@taftancastingchannel]

After watching your videos, I'm excited to start my own channel, you're great

[@michealklonowski5267]

nice finishing to those bars! thank you for sharing the adventure and information 😅.

[@MeigetsuNoSeishin]

I love it when you show the temperature on a cold day for you. Your coldest days are still warmer than half the nights in spring here, nevermind winter time. I still get a little kick out of the difference in temperature tolerance that people develop in different areas of the world. I lived 1,500 miles farther south than my hometown for 11 years, and never developed Any tolerance for hot weather. So what feels nice and comfortable for you, is an absolute oven for me. And cold to you is little more than light jacket weather for me. 😆

[@sinxerely6313]

Feels so strange to be so early! Greetings from Canada mate 🇨🇦 Love your videos

[@g0ld3nnn]

the final slowmo makes him so brave ! don´t think i ever have seen he running cheers !

[@Pablo668]

What you might have there in the first melting is Nickel Silver. I think it is used for audio joiners. It would explain the colour.

[@jaxjackson4100]

I would have to agree. The "higher" quality audio connectors will use silver solder instead of lead-tin. It does not take much to make a difference. Bit of trivia knowledge for you, jewelry show case mock rings 0f 90-95% brass. Most are coated with other metals, gold, silver, platinum, etc. The "generic " yellow-gold bands on display are typically a mix of copper, silver, tin, and nickel. Learned this from an older jeweler when getting my wedding rings.

[@Pablo668]

@@jaxjackson4100 Cool, yeah when I taught Jewellery at a High school we'd use Nickel Silver plate to make rings etc with. It comes up nice polished.

[@MrR4nD0mDUd3]

maybe a slight bit of chromium in there too

[@MattExzy]

I'm curious about the metal in the plugs as well. I always thought they're nickel-plated, or some sort of nickel alloy in there somewhere.

[@jaxjackson4100]

@MattExzy if you mean the iec plug ends, those are generally brass alloy. Though, that means there could be several metals to choose from. Including, but not limited to, tin, aluminum, lead, zinc, nickel, and more. As well as any combination of. Plus, some non-metals like zirconium, phosphorus, and arsenic. After all, we do have crystalline yttrium aluminum garnets. *** note that I am not a metallurgy person in any way. Some information stated could be inaccurate, been a while since I looked at any source material. Please check more reliable sources of information.

[@oif3vetk9]

I was away at my holiday property. Mobile data signal is random (at best) there so I had to wait until today to watch this. Absolutely worth the wait. The mirror finish on that bar is fabulous! 4 more kilo's and goal achieved!

[@Luv_2_Watch]

I loved how Ingot marked where you make ingots! 😅

[@franciscosandiego3026]

Great video brother from the imperial county California 👍👍🇺🇲

[@stevessaws3612]

Great video mate. A pewter one would be lovely to see

[@wigglewiggle3789]

I find that when my hands are sore, holding an ice-cold beer can help with the pain. Not to mention the medicinal effects of the alcohol. Take care brother.

[@rtmetal]

You are almost there!!!

[@TH-kd1ju]

Wow that was a crazy explosion! I sure don't understand why water is ok, even stuff like wet orbeez ok but ice water or a moist mold and 💥 kaboom! It's rattlesnakes for us, had a little 1 in the backyard just yesterday! My boys know to leave them alone and my older dachshund Limo will bark at them from several feet away but my other dachshund Frankie is bad about seeing them and has stepped on them b4! Thankfully hasn't been bit! About 15yrs ago I had a miniature pinscher and he got bit by 1, he survived but the vet bill was astronomical lol over $1k just for the antivenin! Those plugs were a helluva job but the bar sure looks good!👍

[@bigstackD]

Yes it doesn’t really make sense but my guess is when molten metal comes into contact with the ice it turns to steam and expands so rapidly that the explosion happens. But still doesn’t explain why you can pour the copper directly into water. my brain doesn’t brain that well🤔

[@kevinalbertassi3580]

Love that explosion your videos got me into casting I did a whole bunch of copper bars when I had enough I used them for my downpayment of my truck. Thank you and God bless

[@madamenightslayer8946]

Seeing Ingot bark was so cute. ❤ He sounded ferocious at 1st in the slow mo. 😂

[@Dav3Campb3ll]

You really put the work into this one So much cutting work Looks incredible, amazing bar

[@terryvuylsteke2434]

I see your temperature is 14.4C, obviously spring is around the corner there in Australia. Here in Canada, we are just still in the midst of summer, gonna hit 40C with humidex this weekend(Labour Day) Mind ya, was 7C last night. Crazy eh? Love your channel, cheers from London Ontario Canada.

[@ValexTheGobbo]

Every time I see a copper bar I'm tempted to screenshot it and use it for terrain in a world-building map. Today's looks like a nice valley with a small river feeding a lake at the end, or the lake feeds the river.

[@tonyquark493]

I've been into electronics since I was as child, and I am very familiar with cutting into those RCA connectors, audio connectors and those PC-power-cable ends. I thought at first you were going to burn all that plastic and other insulating material off, because taking each one apart individually is a job and a half! But your attention to detail, skill at video-making, and discipline made it look easy. And the result is nothing short of amazing!

[@lateefcarrere1649]

This is a good start to the weekend - the mirrored came out nice, and it's always good to visit with Bullion and Ingot 😁👍

[@darkage5]

Thanks for posting the aftermath video. I was sure that bucket had disintegrated but it looks to have been the source of the slice on his left leg. I don't get why he would wear all of that protective gear, but still wear shorts. I would have had a much heavier apron. Those boot they wear in iron works with the external tongue to protect you from slag and at least jeans and FR coveralls. He had goggles but no face shield. I wore both when i was washing parts in a solvent bath. That mirror finish you put on the mystery bar was amazing! I did catch the reflection of the clown mask. Hebe nice touch.

[@GrumpyHarleyRider]

Good one Big D! I'm wondering now just how long you are going to tease us before you jump 1K! I'm envisaging a kilo a week haha The bits slowed down and sped up with Ingot were funny! I did a sped up bit in one of my recent videos, pissed myself laughing at it. Have a good weekend mate!

[@bullgarian1337]

Probably next year. The next few videos will be re-melting of deformed coins and ingots. Cheers!

[@bigstackD]

Hey buddy thanks again for the continued support I really appreciate it. Yeah after todays video I'm at 998kgs so next weeks Beskar bars will take me to 999.9kgs😉 so im sure that'll trigger a few people😁

[@GrumpyHarleyRider]

🤣😂@@bigstackD

[@bullgarian1337]

Thanks lilstackD.

[@natemmerson6849]

I cant be the only one hopeing thay giant skull is going to be used as a mould for getting over 1 ton. Awesome video as always, give the little chaps a "good boy" from all of us!

[@squirrelorama]

I've been hoping the exact same thing!!!! Imagine that baby in polished nordic gold... 🤤

[@natemmerson6849]

@@squirrelorama exactly the material I was thinking as well!

[@cybermunk13]

Love the sound of the furnace

[@dyllanridpath8079]

A chilly day is what we need this summer in arizona thisheat wave is absolutely insane

[@LetsMeltStuff]

Wow only 4 more KGS to go thats crazy! Especially for the ones thats been here for years now. Seems like not that long ago you were just a few hundred kgs in. Ive been subscribed for 4 years maybe even 5 years now. Congrats on all you accomplishments and success youve earned it! Now lets get that 1000KGS

[@markj284]

These videos are awesome. I am inspired to take this up as a relaxing hobby...

[@syedyt4646]

One of the best content creator ồn KZbin i just love your videos ❤️

[@dave-wb6yy]

You gave the dogs their snack but what about yours. Love the BigSnackd cooking.

[@saintgopher]

You teasing us so hard with this 1kg per week, I can't wait until you hit your sacred goal with 1000kg. And can't wait until new big as hell motor melting.

[@RonJ-tg2en]

Wow that bar made from plug ends looks just like gold

[@hunterwaltz8497]

Hey first time viewer here randomly came across the video now I've watched like 16 in a row. Love the content and also vaguely interested in learning myself have a tone of scrap cars and metal.

[@andrewcarr2431]

patience of a Saint to strip all those items. Personally I would do a few at a time (perhaps daily or while you are waiting for the forge?), as someone who does a lot of repetitive tasks bite size technique leads greater rewards.

[@mortenhenningsen940]

🇳🇴Fun video. Thats a lot of work,cleaning those plugs. Could there be gold or Silver in those? And one 🥾 in the 🗑. Not bad. The other made quite a mess. Been awhile since you made some coins...must keep adding to that chest...

[@vincedibona4687]

That mirror on the brass (?) bar was gorgeous. 👍🏻 I _always_ love copper… 😍 That steel alloy bar? “Thanks, I hate it.” 🤣

[@grantlouw3182]

Wow so much work, thank you mate, beautiful results.

[@MultiDazzle123]

Absolutely gorgeous property. Good on ya son.

[@ThePratech]

What a beautiful & serene property

[@matthewdebeer8453]

It’s always a good time watching the forbidden fanta being poured

[@Tanks4lief]

That was one solid steam explosion lol

[@Pocket-Watch]

They turned out beautiful. So close to your target now, very exciting

[@Jakob-j7y]

such an extremely sharp siccors✂️wow... i coud'nt wait up to today! thank s alot for still broadcasting yorself😂

[@r.b.ratieta6111]

One thing I keep forgetting about Australia as a North American is when we're hot, you're cold, and vice versa. Your video says, "It's chilly!" and I'm like "What? In the middle of....oh wait, he's in Australia. 😅 That makes sense." Not gonna lie, having New Year's in the summer instead of the dead of winter would be a nice change of pace IMO.

[@godbluffvdgg]

:)...I remember when you first got that forge...She's earned her keep, that's for sure! cheers!

[@karlkhouri7198]

Very nice! Thanks to these videos, I've started melting in a 4kg devil, and have a mini stack. So much fun, love this new hobby. Need some tips on tools to help with sanding. Mr stacked, you have taught me alot and I look forward to learning more. Thank you 🫡

[@JarredMansell]

I'm only 3 minutes 30seconds into this video and had to stop and comment. Your dedication to content is unlike any other. And I applaud you. Love the content as always. Keep it up 👍

[@bigstackD]

I appreciate that!

[@iandrew6347]

Great video Sir watching from the U.K.

[@therraxz]

Haha i thought it was lego from the thumbnail.😂

[@rockbutcher]

It was interesting to see the difference in viscosity of the copper-steel alloy from just pure copper. That stuff poured like engine oil.

[@LucillenRory]

Loved the bars and the bulldog barking and turning into a chihuahua barking LOL

[@daniel_007]

Another great melt, glad that you kept doing these videos, you're close to the 1 tonne goal!

[@db7059]

Another great video. Thank you for showing us the danger of copper in ice water. That explosion will soil anyone's pants

[@dr.a006]

You have a beautiful yard and property around you. 🌱🌳🌿

[@bigstackD]

Yes, thank you

[@davesr.4836]

why do i want to see every bar made sanded and polished to that shine !!!! 😄

[@yamashitacoversbyjulianroel]

4 more kgs, man! The moment is finally coming!

[@MakarSvet13]

Начали появляться новые сплавы на канале! Это очень радует. Жду еще более специфические сплавы.

[@jamiecurran3544]

Nice, another couple of masterpieces to your collection!😜👍

[@metalkek]

Plug bar is very awsome. If i watched u correctly, u used 5 types of plug. Power cable end is copper, or some case brass or coated copper. But those others contain silver or silver coated copper, 6-8 karat golden coated metals (i may have cobalt, nikkel, mangan, and chrome too), tin, brass, copper, and some case aluminium too. But you have a realative big foil/slag, you can test it if you or some of your friends have metal tester. And... you left the bigsnackD... =( Have a great weekenD!

[@seanwagner1854]

Ingots barking at the end of the video was epic! He sounded like a male lion in slow and a chihuahua sped up! Thanks for the laugh!

[@colindodd2862]

Patience of a saint

[@batsardcat3285]

The dogs are always a nice break 17:26 nice zoom sounds

[@aaronpaulus3492]

I'm just glad you're OK after pouring the copper into the ice water

[@bigstackD]

Actually mate it wasn’t me that did that it was one of my mates, he was very lucky. He did have some burns and stitches and if you check out the description there’s a link to the original video and the aftermath video that he uploaded 👍🏻

[@aaronpaulus3492]

@bigstackD Yeah, Ijust watched the one he showed what his leg looked like after. I thought it was you, I'm glad he didn't get hurt too bad, but I did see he did have a lot of safety equipment on also. Years back, I was doing wreath welding and almost burned myself by not having an apron on (I miss those work pants )

[@johnfarrow5873]

They're having a great time ripping around in the yard

[@AllTheNamesWereInUse]

I just want to thank you for the dog count down timer!

[@FrickinMoses]

This is the best channel on the platform

[@adrianmorning.1555]

When you put the temp on screen saying 4c I couldn't believe that considering the blue sky, green grass and trees!

[@bigstackD]

Actually you could be right matey, I took the footage of the temperature and screwed around for probably 20 minutes or so in the shed before taking the outside fridge so it could’ve been more like 6.5°C but I can’t confirm exactly🤔

[@mitchelhanson8107]

Love watching these and beautiful yard!

[@maryrivera1200]

Nice bars👍& love the dog barks 😁

[@roberthowkins3097]

Well done Mr Big Stack much kudos .....I myself couldnt be arsed xxxx

[@jimrustle643]

When BigStackD levels up to melting steel, it's GAME OVER.

[@RailwayDan]

The trailer in the background has lasted quite a while considering its made from Aluminium !!!! Brill vid as always mate.

[@melonchilisauce4219]

man, i haven't watched your vids in a minute. Looks like you upgraded to a lil slice of paradise

[@genegreigh8913]

I expect there's some silver in that beautiful new "slumbullion" bar of yours, and maybe some gold as well. Some electrical devices are super-sensitive and call for higher chemical resistance and lower electrical resistance. As for the bottle cap experiment... Interesting, but I guess we know better now. Of course, ideally, we should always know better after each and every effort, so keep on burnin' and keep on learnin' amigo! We're lovin' the show!

[@jerrymiller8650]

Might be a little bit of gold in some of it. My favorite bits are the puppers, and when you drop a brick on the ice blocks! I also like when you take a beer break. It feels like I take one with you also, so CHEERS!

[@DVPNo]

Based on those plugs being RCAs, they're made of tellurium copper, so there's that. I would also suspect aluminium, which is surprisingly common for audio jacks