How-To: Resize a Ring with a Laser Welder

Learn how to resize rings with precision using a laser. From mandrels to saw frames, we've got you covered. Shop the essentials below and resize rings with confidence!
Tools used in this video:
💍 Ikohe® True-Size Ring Mandrel - Shop here: bit.ly/47puFwA
📏 Mark-A-Size Ring Gauge Set - Shop here: bit.ly/3RDT6Af
🪚 Swiss Adjustable Saw Frame - Shop here: bit.ly/48gVvYK
💍 EuroTool® Men’s Ring Forming Pliers - Shop here: bit.ly/4aGGNMf
🔨 Nylon Hammer - Shop here: bit.ly/47hsbzW
🔻 Orotig Evo X Laser Welder - Shop here: bit.ly/3ROcGtR
Ready to learn more? View all Stuller trainings here, bit.ly/3RNMhfA.
⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱
00:00 Resize a Ring with a Laser Welder
00:04 Initial Measurement
00:10 Marking your cuts
00:34 Sawing away the excess
00:52 Closing the gap
01:21 Making initial welds
02:17 Adding Wire
03:14 Blending your added metal
03:59 Prepping
04:32 Rounding out
05:13 Filing for a smooth finish
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[@AvonleaJewelers]

What camera and lens do you use for the close-up shots? Do you sell them?

[@kdillo9942]

Should create a V-groove and fill with weld instead of just a weak butt joint.

[@StullerInc]

Hi! Thank you for your comment. In general, butt joints can be effective on thinner bands via manipulation of the voltage/time of the laser beam pulse to ensure proper weld depth. While this process is effective and overall more efficient for thinner bands, we do recommend a v-cut and wire build up method for the most foundationally sound weld on thicker bands. Would you be interested in seeing a separate video on this method for thicker band applications?

[@Petersonjewelers]

Yes we would love to see a video on a thicker band. @@StullerInc

[@nafikhan13-4-23]

awesome

[@KeniloTube]

Excellent video and close-up work. Also interesting that the rings joint was a 'flat butt' joint, where most laser welders have been advised to file a 'V' shape at the joint in the shank and build the weld up from the bottom of the vee. Doing this to alleviate any air pockets or porosity. Have we all been doing it wrong?

[@Jewelrymaker]

I've always made a fillet and filled in with wire just like you described.

[@DudeMcNugget]

Butt joints don't hold. Don't waste your time and reputation. Use V joints.

[@StullerInc]

Hi all! Thank you for your comments. In general, butt joints can be effective on thinner bands via manipulation of the voltage/time of the laser beam pulse to ensure proper weld depth. While this process is effective and overall more efficient for thinner bands, we do recommend a v-cut and wire build up method for the most foundationally sound weld on thicker bands. Should we do a separate video on this method for thicker band applications?

[@KeniloTube]

Thanks for your reply and explanation. I do believe that it would be beneficial to the less experienced laser welding jewellers if you did produce a video explaining the additional strengths and methods of a v-cut on thicker bands. As laser welding for jewellers is having a rapid growth, any skills or technics would be a benefit to all, and potential additional sales of your machines for you too.@@StullerInc