Connections are made in six steps by using the reaction of powder copper oxide and aluminum under a high degree of heat.
1. The conductors to be welded together are placed securely in a graphite mold (welding crucible), and the graphite mold is clamped at two sides by a lever clamp (crucible pliers) to prevent opening.
2. The washer in the welding powder package is placed in the base of the discharge hole located on the crucible.
3. The welding powder in the tube is poured inside the discharge hole.
4. Starting powder found in the lower part of the same tube is poured on the welding powder.
5. Ignition is started using a suitable lighter (see Electronic Lighter).
6. The crucible is opened using pliers, and the slag that is formed around the weld is cleaned using sandpaper/a brush.
