copper-making

1 год назад

This video follows the process of creating a small, solid copper hammer. The creator starts by designing and 3D printing a pattern, then uses it to create a sand mold. They melt copper with a small amount of tin added for strength, pour it into the mold, and then clean up the finished product. The video highlights the process and the unique features of the hammer.

3 месяца назад

This video explores a unique method for extracting copper from copper sulfate, a common algicide. The creator uses scrap metal to displace copper from the solution, resulting in copper powder. The video then follows the process of melting the powder into an ingot and using a CNC mill to create a decorative piece.

2 года назад

This video follows a creator as they make a solid copper sledgehammer. The creator starts by designing a pattern and creating a sand mold, then melts a 12-pound copper ingot and pours it into the mold. The creator then faces challenges with shrinkage and voids, which they creatively repair using a milling machine and lathe.