Orion mPulse 30 Micro Jewelry Welder Demo & Review in HD

[@UrBrother_711]

7 years later and still the best video on KZbin for the little welders

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching! . Dave

[@jenparks2353]

Most informative video I’ve found for different uses of micro welders. Thank you!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! . Dave

[@stuffguru]

The shop i work at juuuuust got one of these, tried it out knowing nothing and had mixed results. This cleared up everything i wanted to know and cant wait to play with it tomorrow! Cheers! 🍻

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Its a learning curve definitely. Its not a magic wand to fix everything, but with practice you will learn what it can do and more importantly what it cant. Dave

[@HiNinqi]

@@CelticDreamsCoUk Hello sir, have you preference for jewelry welders after a few years of trying different ones?

[@mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941]

I recently have just come across your videos. Here in the US most don't take the time to do things properly. I've just started getting into wrapping stones. I had asked a question previously and you answered it very kindly. I just subscribed to you and hit that Bell. You've already got my attention! I'll be waiting for your next video!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks Tracy. A have a lot of videos covering most jewellery tools and a few nice projects and how to videos too. all my videos are packed with info, so have a dig and see what you can find. Any questions, just ask. Thanks for watching. Dave

[@mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941]

I have been most definitely digging through them. Many blessings to you and your Channel!

[@IamDoogy]

A very good, systematic review with great detail and close-up, clear video.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Glad you liked it! Dave

[@Dharlanna]

Wow I had no idea they were now as affordable as they are. It's certainly something to save for! Thank you!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

This model does not have the microscope, so is very reasonable. Dave.

[@jimbettridge3123]

Saw another vid on this Dave, but never knew what the tip was, now I know! Thanks...Jimmy.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

You're welcome Jimmy. One for the wish list. Dave

[@jonathannumer5415]

Probably the best review of these products.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thank You. Hope it helps. Dave

[@alkytek]

Is it possible welding Tungsten steel with stainless steel? (dimension

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Tungsten ?? hmm not sure. The electrode itself is tungsten, so not sure what would happen there. Stainless steel certainly. Perhaps send orion an email, or better still, if you can get to one of the big jewellery shows, take some pieces and have a play with one. Dave sunstonewelders.com/contact/

[@kurtstory9466]

That's a brilliant tool--I wish I had one before I attempted to repair a customer's necklace...a few small "stones" in sterling were actually some kind of synthetic that literally disappeared in a puff of smoke.--lesson learned With the argon gas, it looks like you could weld silver into deep marks on silver platters or erase a deep engraving by adding vs. subtracting metal. Cool tool!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I haven't tried filling deep engraving yet, but I do have a little project lined up to try that. A friend of mine removes engraving with a laser. It's basically the same method using thin wire and melting it into the engraving. Probably one of those things that takes practice, but could be a great way out of a tricky problem once mastered. Dave

[@PatriotCoinRings]

*Question for anyone experienced here* Is there a retractable tungsten rod holder like that available as an accessory to other model TIG welders other than Orion? I like how it pulls away after arcing and wouldn't mind upgrading my current machine, just don't want to have to buy a whole new one. Anyone know?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I'm not sure how other welders work, but with the Orion the retractable electrode is the whole thing which creates the arc in first place. It is controlled by the main unit which retracts the electrode, blows the argon and fires the charge, thus creating the plasma spark. So I'm not sure how it would work on another unit without the main control system. Its kind of all part of the same system. Hope this answers your question. Dave

[@PatriotCoinRings]

@@CelticDreamsCoUk It does, thank you.

[@妮可英伦说]

Thanks Dave for the great video. I read through your responses below. You mentioned that for soldering your first choice is micro torch. Is this the same as Smiths little torch? Do you have a link for this tool? Thanks

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpqzeGCGiMR3pZo Dave

[@davidsteinfeld9123]

I have seen you use this welder in other videos and glad you have decided to expand upon and discuss this with us its such a great thing in ways of blending and color matching I like it alot I see in principle its much like tig welding not really the same thing as soldering much nicer I do dabble in welding from time to time the amperage of that will definitely destroy a tiny peace of copper and the shielding gas is none exsistent in the arc welding process all though it can be adapted to much of a bother and the results it will be a big poof and a puddle of melted slage great video so glad you opened up some eyes expanded some minds with the power of this machine thank you for sharing

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Glad you found it informative. Dave

[@davidk7544]

Excellent primer sir! Very well explained and thoroughly enjoyable to watch.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching.Dave

[@alexasidaris]

Great video! I have the mPulse Plus and am experimenting... I'd like to repurpose some old 14k parts and attach them to 10k mesh or herringbone chains. I haven't tried to weld diff karat metals, any tips? And how challenging is it to weld 14k and sterling together? Thanks again!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

You will find that the higher carat metals will melt easier. So always start with low power and turn it up if you need to. But note though, that in order to get a good weld you do need to melt "both" metals. Hope this helps. Dave

[@bigdaddyg.8708]

Outstanding video brother! Very informative and I look forward to seeing more of your work.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@powawowah]

We are just about to pull the trigger on ordering one of these but were curious how you're getting on with it now you've had it a while longer. Our goal is to "Solder" 925 Silver jump rings to avoid the need for pickling and all the subsequent fixing that processes effect on the items as a whole.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

This is the main thing I use mine for. I solder jump ring on my byzantine chains (after assembly). I also use it in conjunction with traditional soldering. Often i will spot weld a part into place and then torch solder it, for extra strength and aesthetics. I don't feel the welds have the same structural strength as hard soldering, but maybe that's just my welding ability. Hope this helps. Dave

[@powawowah]

Celtic Dreams thanks for the reply!

[@apw969]

Hi. Just acquired this model , thanks to this video. Seemed a reasonable priced machine to invest in. Thanks for the helpful, instructive introduction. Cheers, Andrew.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Glad I could help. Dave

[@ermirseriani7717]

Fantastic video detailing,i have an question,can this tool sold on aluminium?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I presume you mean "Weld". I'm not sure about aluminium. I've never tried to weld it. Sorry, But Im doubtful it would be successful. Aluminium is notoriously difficult to solder as it oxidises immediately. So I imagine welding would be equally problematic. Dave.

[@DonGrosodonia]

How about using the Orion to fill-in an engraving on sterling silver??

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I haven't tried that. I imagine it would be tedious beyond belief, and you'd still need to sand and polish after, so somewhat pointless. Two methods, The first is to sand and polish out the engraving. I have made a great video on how to do this. see link below. When something has been hand engraved using a graver, you often get deeper holes at the ends of lines where the graver was pushed into the metal to start a line. So when you sand away the lettering you may still have tiny holes, which are deeper. To remove these last stubborn holes, you could add solder (or use the welder) to fill odd tiny spots that are too deep. But sanding is the way. see here... Dave kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXi1hISXatGFaLM

[@miopera40]

It would do it just fine, I use it to fill bezels gap mounted on the fly on top of fine .999 silver, it will not affect the strenght of the rolled silver. Though you need to use high power for melting the silver all over your gaps or engraving lines and stone and polish after for a smooth finish

[@tsorvasioannis1809]

Hi there! Cool demo! What settings would you use to weld the edges of an 1mm thick copper box? The dimensions of the box are 85x45x45mm

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It's the thickness that matters. You want to ensure you get good penetration through the material. A little trial beforehand is always the best way. But I usually work around 10 -12 for something that thickness. Hope this helps. Dave

[@tsorvasioannis1809]

@@CelticDreamsCoUk Yesss! That is very helpful indeed thank you so much! I am about to purchase one Orion welder but this is the only one I can afford right now. So you think it will do this job and there is no need for the more expensive ones?

[@lauraerickson3721]

Great video - thanks so much. Just ordered this welder but I have one question that I can't seem to get answered anywhere else: Where did you find the tubing adaptor for the regulator? I've got an argon regulator but it's a quick-connect on the tubing side - do I have to order something special or do most welding shops carry these adaptors? It doesn't appear that I can use a quick connect hose on this unit. Thank you for putting this video out there!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I get my argon form a local welding supplier. I just took a small piece of the hose in with me and asked for an argon cylinder, regulator and adapter for "THIS" piece of tube. So all sorted there and then. But lots of small "barbed hose adapters" on ebay, and Amazon. either fixed one piece, with a barbed tube on end and gas nut on the other. or you can get two-part adapters, with a hollow nut (for the gas) and various sized inserts with barbed connectors. This is what I have. If you need to improvise, just to get up and running, Remember you're only using very low pressure, and argon isn't flammable. So as long as you can get some kind of connection that doesn't leak, you'll be fine. eg A piece of thicker hose to connect, clips, heat shrink tubing, tape etc. as a temporary solution until you get a suitable adapter. Tip, on some models the gas hose is quite thick with 'very' small inside diameter. So if you cant get a connector small enough to go inside the tube, The alternative is to use a bigger barbed connector to go over the hose which can fit inside the adapter. I had to do this with one model as the supplied tube was thicker, with a very narrow inside hole. Dave.

[@carolewitt8488]

how about for costume jewelry? I get a lot of white metal, stamped brass, and bronze, mostly old brooches w/rhinestone and micromosaic?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes, because the welder just melts the metal, there is no need for solder. So pretty much any metal can be welded. Typically with costume jewelry you'd start at very low power as it is is often made with lower temp allows what are cheaper to cast. Dave.

[@carloshe9957]

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[@stinkmoe]

Do you ever find your welds are brittle? I try to weld posts on the back of sheets of metal (to tap&die or weld on loops). And the weld is fragile, a bit of pulling and it snaps off. If i up the power, it blows away the posts which are small in comparison to the plate metal.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes. I use the welder for tacking items together before torch soldering, and for finishing up jump rings. But you are correct, sadly you never get much penetration. A weld can look perfect, but there is no depth, so its very superficial. With mine I'd say 1mm wire jump rings can be fully welded, with full penetration and the whole of the wire fused. But anything larger than that, the weld just doesn't penetrate. As you say leaving a very nice, but very weak joint. The larger units have more power and deeper penetration, but the Mpulse, is only really for very fine jobs, like tipping prongs, welding small chains and thin jump rings. Dave

[@HiNinqi]

Oh that's awful to hear but good to know. I've been saving toward this welder for a couple years. Is there something better in the price range or near the price you'd recommend? Or a fully best option you'd recommend as well?

[@georgetteleal4533]

What size wire do you use when using your Orion mPulse ark welder?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Usually 0.5mm round wire, fine silver. Dave

[@Md-be3bt]

What's the name of the pen you used to clean the weld ? It looked like a little paint brush

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It' a "fibreglass scratch brush". a short stubby brush that you can extend. it's used for removing light dirt, such as the soot left by the welder. great for cleaning electrical contacts too. A great little gadget. In fact, you get one with the welder. see links below. Dave www.hswalsh.com/product/bergeon-2834-l-brass-scratch-brush-hs2834-l

[@theowickenden8174]

I am wanting to spot weld stainless steel 304 woven mesh to its self . The wire guage is 0.71 or even as small as 0.56 mm . . My question is, do you know anywhere in the UK that rents this kind of micro welder or if not would a cheap pulse jewellery welder manage to weld stainless ( thin wire to itself) . The 30 - 40 amps ? Non of the cheap resistance spot welders welders say stainless as it's melting point is so much higher than gold and silver . Just wondered if you knew or could point me in the right direction. It's not something I would use often so carnt justify buying of one job . Mind I am sure I would end up using it for lots of things. Thanks for your consideration.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Not sure about renting, but HS Walsh in Birmingham sell them and you can go along to their showroom and have look at one, Im sure they'd be happy for you to take some mesh and try it out. Likewise Cooksongold are just along the road (Birmingham jewellery quarter). Who also sell them. Hope this helps. Dave

[@altar7885]

Thanks a lot if the metal- say gold - oxidizes, is it easy to clean?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It isn't really oxide, like when heated with a torch. Its more like soot. It just wipes off. I use a small fibre glass scratch pencil, quick rub and the item is perfect. Simple. Dave

[@davidk7544]

I wish you could show me an example of gold oxidizing - is that with lower-karat alloys of gold?

[@powawowah]

We're really loving the welder, amazing for jump rings but have you tried 10mm Heavy ones? We are finding that if you go full pelt it blows out the ring and doing multiple lower powered welds is hit or miss. Would a heavily blunted tip be better for thicker gauge as used in 10mm's

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I find a blunt tip gets a nicer finish on the surface, but has less penetration. A sharp point tends to weld deeper, but with less of a spread. It took me a lot of trial and error to get used to it and learn the "feel" of it. So my best advice I can say is to practice and find what works for you and your material. Check out the Sunstone (Orion) website too, tons of videos and advice. Dave. sunstonewelders.com/

[@johnkidd797]

Ok, you've convinced me I need one. Cookson here I come.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Hope you enjoy. Dave

[@ligojani2572]

Hi, with one Argon gas is better for Stainless steel? ( 100% Argon) or (86% Argon and 14% CO2) and with One for Titanium?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

The Orion welder has been designed for use with Argon and primarily for use with Silver and gold. I'm not really an expert on welding steels or Titanium, so I cant say if using 14% CO2 would be better for these metals. Perhaps that's a question for Orion, who I'm sure would be happy to advise. Dave. orionwelders.com/

[@fvrrljr]

AY WEY! it's Anthony Hopkins Doppelganger LOL very informative video. Master Jeweler / Goldsmith here, as in me... I've used the other larger laser machines and even though they're much better than this little machine, I see little machine beating bigger machine in some areas. I am old school and love my torch any day. yes I've soldered those chains with torch. I came, saw and may get me one. i Like, OLE!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I do love my torch too, cant beat the strength of the joint and quality of finish. But it doesn't have to be one or the other, a Welder or Laser is an "addition" to other techniques allowing greater scope. When it comes to fine chains through the welder definatley wins.

[@Robert127]

I got a 30 amp cheap Chinese welder sir but it didn't come with the tip for the gun the rod what size would you say it is ?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I can't comment on the Chinese version. But Anyone selling the Orion welders will sell the electrodes too. They come in 1mm and 0.5mm diameter. Dave

[@manicheanwarrior8589]

Hey Dave. Another great video. Thanks.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@yukikohada7176]

I have a question. Does it work for 14k and Platinum?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes, any metal that is conductive. Dave

[@BIGBUDDY291]

That is one awesome machine, got to get me one. Thanks Dave great video. Thumbs up.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks. They are great tools and great value. More affordable than you think. Dave.

[@stick344]

Dave,can I size a platinum ring with this machine?thx

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

According to Orion.... "The Orion can weld a wide variety of materials. Some examples include gold, silver, platinum, steel, stainless steel, titanium and virtually all other precious metals. In addition, cobalt alloys, aluminum, tin, brass, and EVEN copper can be welded with the Orion. " Dave

[@seantinman3130]

Sir what type of welder to weld like hanger wire to do any diy project 2mm wire likethat

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

For thicker wire, perhaps look at the higher power units. se the link. Dave kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH64m6Kuqrtjo5Y

[@andyg9847]

Hi Dave.... have you ever used the Orion without the gas, I have and I can't see the difference between what your video close up shows and my welded piece...... Great videos BTW

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes, I have had to finish a piece late at night when I had run out of argon, and pondered this exact same question. The tanks are expensive, so it does beg the question how necessary are they. Short answer, yes you can weld without the gas, but the weld just wont be as good. If its just a single blast on a jump ring then perhaps it doesn't matter much, but for repeated strikes, the gas really does make a big difference. I can tell why my gas is running out. The welds just don't behave the same and the job starts to get hard work. As I understand it (not that I do), the gas has two functions, firstly it acts as a shield, to reduce oxidisation, rather like flux does. But I am also told (by a welder) that the gas itself ionises and that's what creates the arc. The units are obviously designed and configured to create the optimal arc when using Argon. Without it I see more spattering, less precision and a lot more soot and blackening. So whilst you will still get a spark, you'll soon become frustrated. A clean tip and blast of Argon do make a huge difference. For my gas torches I have an oxygen generator, which takes oxygen from thin air.. Pitty I cant get an Argon generator.! Dave

[@joseagustin3997]

if I solder a piece of yellow gold, it is yellow or white. by the electrode ???

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Not sure what you are asking. is 'what' yellow or white. and what do you mean by the electrode? and the machine welds, it does not use solder. If you can be more clear, I will try to answer. Dave

[@joseagustin3997]

@@CelticDreamsCoUk tungsten electrode is white so I want to know if welding yellow gold the welding point is the color of the tungsten electrode or is yellow

[@coreybrassard]

Great review. Thanks for the real word demonstration.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

You're welcome. Dave

[@live-with-Respect]

Thanks for sharing great video. Would you pls proposed good mechine...thanks

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

?? Thanks for watching. Dave

[@tasneemshhake]

Would this work on gold filled

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I don't see why not. It should be ok if you keep it at a low setting. Gold filled, usually has a core of brass, so it shouldnt act much differently to the outer gold. Best thing is to see if you can get your hands on one (at a trade show, and take some GF to test. Hope this helps. Dave

[@powawowah]

We've got our now and have just had a little play wit ha couple of jump rings to check it's working. If I may impose on your experience with the machine, what does depression and blob imply...too much power?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Possibly too much power yes. It WILL take a while to get used to it.Remember the old laws of soldering still apply, the joint needs to be clean and close fitting. Remember too, that as with soldering the metal will flow towards the heat. So if you have a ball of metal, hitting it directly may not do much, but hitting it at the side will cause it to spread out and flatten.(as the metal melts towards the spark). Keep playing around with different settings, and try blunt electrodes too, sharp isn't always the best method. and not too much gas. hope all this helps. it takes time, but just experiment and you'll get the hang of it. Dave.

[@powawowah]

Celtic Dreams thanks, missus is loving it now. We settled on a slightly blunted tip in the end.

[@jeffd4927]

Can it do stainless steel?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes. basically anything that is conductive. Dave

[@zombieieatyou1459]

Hello! Love your videos, I have brought one of these and am having a nightmare finding an adapter for the regulator, where did you get yours from?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I get my Argon from a local welding suppliers. I simply asked them for a regulator and a "barbed hose adapter" for a 6mm hose. tons on ebay, Amazon etc for a few pounds. Hope this helps. Dave

[@zombieieatyou1459]

Thank you! I was able to find one at my local welding shop, I would like to ask you another question. For sterling silver jump rings, would you reccomend a sharp tip or a blunt one? Many thanks. Michael

[@mayhlaihel2616]

Where do. Order the clip tweezers

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Search "Crocodile clips" online. readily available.Dave

[@dargindarginec9561]

Hello! can he cook aluminum?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I haven't tried aluminium. I think its a quite a skilled thing to work with. It should work, as long as you keep it very clean. But not something I work with. Perhaps take a look at Orion's website or drop them an email. Dave orionwelders.com/

[@SerratoPuppets]

Can this machine accept stainless steel? I really hope you can help me with an answer. 👏👏❤️

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

yes it can weld almost any metal that can conduct electricity. Obviously smaller items with this one. The higher power machines (see other video) even have specific setting for stainless steel. Dave.

[@gemsngold8769]

Argon cylinder how muc does it cost . And how size cylinder do you buy?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I use Hobbyweld here in the UK, a chain across the country. There is no rental on the cylinders, as with larger suppliers. You buy the first canister and the just pay for refills. It's about £70 to buy the bottle and £60 for a refill. Not sure of the size, but the one you see is the smallest i can get. Thanks for watching. Dave

[@jamesking9745]

Hi Dave, thanks for you excellent video, on the strength of it I bought one. The question I want to ask is why are my weld joins not holding, the slightest movement makes the weld break. I've been practicing with 1.5 mm round silver jump rings, I'm using the 1mm tip with the power at 10. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I suspect you're setting is too low. You need more penetration, to go through the thickness of the material. If you get a sheet of 1.5 mm silver and hit it at 10w. You are not going to make any mark on the other side. I.E. there isn't enough power to penetrate 1.5mm. So the same applies to a jump ring. you are still trying to get through 1.5mm of silver in order to fuse the material right through to the core. So, Grab a few spare links and crank it up a lot more. do a few tests and have it on the highest setting you can before it starts to blow the wire away. I typically weld 1.2mm sterling silver jump rings and I will hit it three or four times around the joint at 14W minimum. this gets the penetration all the way around the joint and into the centre of the metal. Also stick to the laws of soldering (and welding). Close fitting & clean. especially the ends, as oxides and dirt will produce a weak spot in the joint. Hope this helps. Dave

[@jamesking9745]

Thanks for the reply Dave.

[@nigelgardner4892]

Mega piece of kit but you seem to have avoided mentioning the price of the unit ?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

The price will vary depending on model and on the country you buy it from, plus the cost of shipping. I never state prices in videos as they change so quickly. I don't want to show a specific price which is then wrong a few weeks later - let along several years later. Follow the links in the description for the latest models and prices. Dave

[@Tracks777]

Great! Keep it up!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@neeejsoni]

Can we use this without argan gas

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

"ARGON". Yes the machine will work without it, but the welding is very bad and difficult to control. You might zap a jump ring but that's about all you can do. You can tell the difference when the gas runs out. So yes you do need it - big difference. Dave

[@rostravelventure]

Cool, I just bought orion pulse 150i

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Welcome to the club !. Its a great addition to the toolbox. I have this same 150i but I now have the microscope upgrade too. great combination, but cheaper than going straight for the top model. Dave

[@rostravelventure]

Celtic Dreams I stayed up all night with this machine Its pretty difficult to use and that shocked me because I am a proffesional tig welder with 16 years experience anyways I will be watching all your amazing videos and learn your master skills. Cheers!

[@keli688]

Love your stuff.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@Hymne8]

for jump rings... do you use the thin needle 0.5? do you blunt the needle? I blew a small silver ring to smithereens with this machine

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It depends on the size and the material. For my Byzantine bracelets I use 1.2mm sterling silver jump rings. For these I use the 1mm electrode with a "slightly" blunt tip and usually around 12ws. This gives me a nice wide smooth weld. I have just made a gold bracelet with thicker 2mm jump rings and for this I have used a sharp 1mm electrode set a little lower at 9ws. This is more precise and reduces the amount of polishing later. The 0.5mm electrode is for very fine work such as repairing tiny trace chains. I have welded tiny things under 1mm with this, but for larger jump rings use the bigger electrode. If you're not getting a good weld, don't automatically be tempted to just turn up the power, or you may get the result you experienced. Just as with torch soldering think "precision" ....not power. A sharp electrode will usually get you a deeper penetration and a better weld. It is also important that the electrode is kept clean, as well as your metal too. So keep everything in good order, clean metal, sharp electrode, and well fitting joints. Start low and increase if necessary. If in doubt, always try on a piece of scrap metal of the same size and material. Too much power, dirt and a worn electrode can cause problems, as you found. So work neat and clean. remember precision not power. Hope this helps. Dave

[@Hymne8]

Celtic Dreams Thanks Dave. I've changed over to the thin needle and low energy. Getting better results. I've only bought the machine 3 days ago... so still struggling to find my feet.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It does take a litte practice to get used to. But as I say, clean and sharp ! Have fun. Dave

[@camfone7402]

How much is the machine

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I dont sell them, and I don't know what country you are in. But here in the UK this is where I got mine from (see link) .. Dave www.hswalsh.com/search-products?search_api_views_fulltext=orion

[@dealsrussuriname]

Can it fix stainless steel

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes it can weld pretty much any metal, and steel works well. Obviously depending on the size, but small jump rings are fine. The larger models, have more power and can weld thicker and faster. Dave

[@michaelblankenberger2763]

Love the video. Just what I needed to convince me to buy one.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Glad I could help! If you're buying in the USA Do use my link and you can get a small discount, makes abig difference on such an item.. Dave pepetools.com/discount/CELTIC?redirect=/collections/orion-pulse-arc-welders?l1=soldering-joining|Soldering%20&%20Joining&aff=4

[@shidorikuroko]

Ahh this looks like fun!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Quite relaxing, when making chain mail. Thanks for watching. Dave

[@TheChap62]

Another no nonsense review. Can you stop reviewing these tools, every time I watch your films I either want to buy the piece of kit or make one of your fantastic chains. Costing me a fortune😀

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Ha. Sorry. I know its a lot of money, but the welder is nice, I now have the microscope too, which really helps when you get past 40. Dave kzbin.info/www/bejne/kH64m6Kuqrtjo5Y

[@amarchandsoni4267]

प्राइस क्या है मुझे खरीदना है

[@Julietaodio]

Thank you

[@RobertSzasz]

Small thing, but it's not Watts per second It's Watt Seconds. Total energy dumped into the weld, not power per second.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Just trying to get my head around that one. I think I get you. Thanks for sharing that, a small but important point. Cheers. Dave

[@jorgeneo560]

nice machine, but its really worth 2k usd? theres plasma/arc/tig ac/dc machines all in one for that price, i mean some machines are more expense just becouse brand or certifications but the componets value inside of it is not even the half of the price

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I haven't used plasma or tig machines for jewellery, so cant comment on those. I believe this model is is by far the cheapest pulse welder available, a fraction of the price of the larger models or other popular brands. Compared to laser welders they are a bargain. My friend has a laser in his shop and that cost £50,000. Yes the laser is better, but is it 48k better?? Not to me. So is this Orion worth 2k, yes in my opinion is very much is. I wouldn't be without it. It easily paid for itself in productivity and quality of work. You cant judge a tool merely by the cost of its components, if that where the case then why not just make your own. whats the cost of a hammer? The value of any tool is the impact on your business, either increased productivity, quality of work, reduction in cost and time, or the ability to offer new services. For me the Orion does all that and so for 2k its a bargain. Dave

[@jorgeneo560]

Celtic Dreams well i dont do jewellery, but is like a hammer of 500 usd if is the case, i had a chinise tig welder with a minimun current of 10 a and so far i havent use less than 40 a for welding, but maybe a common diy spot welder of capacitors and a tig torch can do the same job

[@opusprimum7681]

@@jorgeneo560 I'm a beginner at making jewelery and regular welding and I've been thinking exactly like you. Seeing this video review the Orion welder build quality is horrendous and the markup from the manufacturing cost must be really high. I guess you can excuse that by claiming it's a niche market with few units sold. Even though im sure it's a great purchase for any jeweler that values a simple setup, I'd go for something that can weld steel and aluminium as well so i can make my own tools, workbenches and jigs. I'm a rare sort that don't mind learning new things. You're basically paying for not having to learn anything about welding when buying this.

[@ma1900bi1900]

Wow is so cool thank you

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@gayecrowther2570]

Great Video, Very Informative, Thank for answering my email, your response solved my problem. I really love your chains, the intricacies of your links. I'm looking forward to more videos.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching,Dave

[@AjmerwalaJaved]

How much Indian price?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Sorry, I have no idea. I don't sell them or work for the company. Contact Orion to discuss your needs. Dave orionwelders.com/

[@Dolleemixtures]

Me: thinking jewellery making might be my next hobby Also me: im broke and that's expensive 😭

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes this is high end tool. But you know, I started for many years with little more than a couple of pliers, a tiny butane torch and a Dremel. Just making Celtic bracelets out of silver wire. If you want to learn, its important to learn the basics first, such as torch soldering. Dave

[@rockapedra1130]

Thanks!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

No problem! Dave

[@oscarchacon2761]

Cuál es el precio de este micro jewelry orion

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

pepetools.com/search?q=orion. Dave

[@adriangalasso2620]

thanks

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

You're welcome! Dave

[@АндрейСидиров-ю4м]

добрый день! я нравится аппарат и сколько цена?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Я не знаю цену в вашей стране. Вам нужно найти поставщика в России. Dave

[@CopperStateCustomAdmin]

over 2 grand? lol, I was not pleasantly surprised. granted I'm a know-nothing person trying to get into jewelry making for the first time, but damn that's pricy to jump into.

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

A pulse welder, isn't really something you "jump" into, as with any pro tool it's a considered purchase, for a more serious user. But to put it in context a laster can cost over £10k, even rolling mills can easily get to a couple of thousand. My polisher is over £1k . Pro jewellery equipment can easily run into hundreds and even several thousands per tool. But the good news is, you can start as I did many years ago, with just a couple of pliers, a butane soldering torch, and a Dremel. Did me fine for many years. Dave ; )

[@JC-um9ng]

A miniature tig welder

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Exactly, tungsten electrode and inert gas - Argon. A mini Tig welder. Dave

[@pijnto]

Would be a nice tool to have, but $3,500 is way out of the hobby budget

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

A lot less than that ! under, $2,000. Dave www.riogrande.com/Product/Orion-mPulse-30-Pulse-Arc-Welding-System/503127

[@pijnto]

Not In Australia , direct from Sunstone $3400 + post

[@GSTOCK54]

SUPER SUPER SUPER DANKE

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Bitte. Danke fürs zuschauen. Dave

[@archangel20031]

I don't consider $2600 to be affordable!

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I guess it's all relative. A laser can easily cost ten times that, and this is one of the cheapest welders on the market. So it 'is' the most affordable option. The question is, do you actually need one?. For most jewellery shops with a repair service they are worth their weight in gold, for speed, ease, and conventinece. They can quickly pay for themselves with quick repairs. Likewise myself, I make lots of fine chain mail and so again it has paid for itself several times over. But for a small hobbyist or crafter - then no, it's probably more of a nice luxury. It's just like any other pro tool, magnetic polishers, rolling mills etc can easily cost hundreds and even thousands. As a professional, then the cost is easily justified in increased speed and quality. Dave

[@stringfellowhawk4843]

If you're in the US there's a new little laser welder called the Dado. For some reason they made it look like a die (as in, roll the dice). It's about $4600 USD which is awesome BUT the drawback is that the frequency is super slow. I think it fires every second whereas more expensive laser welders can fire dozens of times per second.

[@metalmastersc]

Me and ever other welder wincing at his "groove weld" and tungsten prep... 🤢

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I must admit I am a jeweller, not a welder. and using these tools takes a lot of practice. I would be no use at welding a car. Thanks for watching. Dave

[@metalmastersc]

@@CelticDreamsCoUk ahhh... Just bustin' your chops.... Hey on another note. I have a gold chain I've had for years. The ring that holds the clasp keeps wearing through. I had a jeweler solder it back together and it only lasted a year. I took it to another jeweler and had him solder new one with 10K but that only lasted a year and a half or so. What can I do to fix this? Thicker ring? Different K? It's a 5-6mm twisted rope chain. Maybe 18"

[@martmiranda8424]

Fsntastic

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Thanks for watching. Dave

[@brentarcher7981]

Not bad, if you got $5,000 bucks to spare!....

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Do check the price. It's not even half what you think. Currently $1,995 for this model at Rio Grande. Dave. www.riogrande.com/Product/Orion-mPulse-30-Pulse-Arc-Welding-System/503127

[@T-AXISINFO-em9lb]

Laser welder is 10 time better then this electric welder

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

I may be inclined to agree, but for many the cost of a laser is prohibitive. This small welder, represents the entry level into welding. So cant really be compared to high end lasers. Dave

[@T-AXISINFO-em9lb]

Yes brother, your are right too

[@lethaldriver]

Can it weld thin aluminum?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Yes, check out Orions video below. Dave kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGrUq5xnpM12epo

[@onachan1763]

can you weld without the argon gas?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

Sort of, it still creates a spark but the weld is very messy and doesn't work the way it should. You can definitely notice when you are running out of gas. So really, id have to say NO, you need the gas. Dave

[@seashellsonazure]

It can definetely weld without Argon, I have done a lot of work with these and to be honest I prefer not using the gas at all due to more control over the molten metal. This is one ring below was intentionally left with the weld spots unpolished to simulate a rustic coral reef feeling, together with some wire waves pattern. All rolled fine silver, no solder at all, and strong welds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYq1m5mjnbCZnrM Every other ring in my uploads use the purest .9999+ silver, rolled several times for strength and were welded using arc and no Argon, you will find there the polished ones too with no visible weld pattern, no issues at all. There is a learning curve to make strong welds and to learn to control the welds, so don't get frustrated on early stages by failures.

[@AstroProjectorl]

Can this machine weld brass peice on aluminum?

[@CelticDreamsCoUk]

It can weld almost any metal, it simply creates heat. So you can weld aluminium (gently) and also weld brass. But in your case you are trying to join two different metals with different properties. Aluminium would normally melt at a lower temp than brass, and oxidises very quickly so needs to be kept clean when joining. So welding brass to aluminium, I couldn't honestly say - but it sounds tricky to me. Sorry I cant be more specific, but as a jeweller i typically weld silver and gold. Dave