{"product_id":"jewellery-soldering-board-150x300mm-6x12-inch-calcium-silicate-asbestos-free-uk","title":"Jewellery Soldering Board 150x300mm 6x12 Inch Calcium Silicate Asbestos Free UK","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!--end-header-3dsellers.com-ld-html--\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewellery Soldering Board — Calcium Silicate — 150 x 300 mm (6\" x 12\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high-quality calcium silicate soldering board for jewellery torch work — the modern asbestos-free standard. Rated to 1100°C, low shrinkage, dense and stable under repeat heat cycles. Big enough for chain and multi-piece repairs, compact enough for the bench drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Calcium silicate (100% asbestos-free, no mineral fibres)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 150 x 300 mm (6\" x 12\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness: 10 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature rating: 1100°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensity: 1400 kg\/m³\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShrinkage: 0.8% at 1100°C over 24 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture content: less than 5% (air-dry)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlkalinity: pH approximately 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in: India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY CALCIUM SILICATE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern asbestos-free replacement for old-style soldering blocks. Calcium silicate gives you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh thermal insulation — heat stays in the work, not in your bench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflective surface — bounces flame heat back into the join, helping solder flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow shrinkage — board stays flat through repeat heat cycles, doesn't warp like cheap boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePin-able — push T-pins straight in to hold rings, chains and findings while you solder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo smoke or fumes — unlike charcoal blocks which slowly burn down and stain everything\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong working life — one board lasts years with normal jewellery bench use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIDEAL FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJewellery soldering — silver, gold, brass, copper, gilding metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilversmithing — chain repair, ring joins, bezel soldering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoldsmithing — fine work where flat support matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnealing — softening sheet and wire for shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrazing — heavier work on copper, brass and steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting prep — small mould-making and lost-wax setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral torch work — any application requiring a flat, heat-stable, non-flammable work surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the board on a heatproof bench surface (or a metal soldering tray). Position your work on the board, and pin or weight in place if needed. Apply flux and solder, then heat with a jeweller's torch. The board reflects heat back into the work, so solder flows quicker and you use less gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter use, let the board cool naturally — never quench a hot board with water as thermal shock can crack it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBROWSE OUR FULL RANGE AT REDROOSTERUK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 1,600 specialist items for watch repair, clock repair and jewellery making. Multibuy discounts up to 8% apply automatically when you combine items. All shipped from the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--start-footer-3dsellers.com-ld-html--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Red Rooster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60039846887758,"sku":"F12 - 3182B","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3879\/7646\/files\/10_143102e6-cdeb-460e-8d3e-211d29652162.jpg?v=1783112741","url":"https:\/\/redroosteruk.co.uk\/products\/jewellery-soldering-board-150x300mm-6x12-inch-calcium-silicate-asbestos-free-uk","provider":"Redroosteruk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}