Karat & Solder Calculator

⚖️ Karat & Solder Calculator

Change the karat of a metal

Result

Mix up to 4 lots – what karat do you get?

WeightKarat

Result

1 · Suggested solder karat

2 · Make your own solder

Check final melting range with your supplier's specs before use.

3 · How much solder does the joint need?

Volume = length × seam width × gap. Densities are typical values; edit if your alloy differs.

Karat ⇄ fineness

Karat Pure gold Common mark
8K 33.3% 333
9K 37.5% 375
10K 41.7% 417
14K 58.3% 585
18K 75.0% 750
22K 91.7% 916
24K 100% 999