WOW I'm not too sure what to say. What I am atempting to do is loosen the plating so I can separate it. I have researched this and have friends that do it. My equipment is all new and proper for the job. Most of my budget was used for safety equipment. My fumes will be directed and vented to the outside and all waste will be dealt with. Of course there is some danger.You can take every precaution and still have it go wrong. I'm not after that 100 dollar bill. I've recycled computers for 8 yrs. I am dealing with over 200 cpu's and and 18 lbs. of fingers plus other assorted. I am not willing to have someone else profit from my work. Well, enough of that, I would really like someone with experiance to answer my question. I am along way away from killing myself -- I promise!