How Transparent Enamel Interacts with Copper
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- Опубліковано 14 лип 2024
- Learn how transparent enamel interacts with copper with the help of renowned enamelist and jeweler Ricky Frank. Ricky discusses the differences between enamel flux and soldering flux. He also demonstrates how heat and oxidation affect how transparent enamel looks on copper and how to clear it during the firing process.
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Love Ricky's educational videos on glass enamels, thanks Rio for producing them. Also, very much enjoy revisiting the basics of enamels and finding there are always new things to learn, as well as tips and steps I've forgotten. Looking forward to the next video class.
I purchased an enamel "shop" setup from a person and have noticed that your little demo helped me understand how she got some of the colors she worked with. Thanks for clearing a few things up for me!
You're so welcome, Randy! We're glad we could help. Let us know if there are any questions you have for us!
Fantastic video. Thank you so much. Very clear and concise and I sure did need this.
Thank you! We so appreciate hearing that :)
Great video!! Perfect instruction, I learned quite a lot.....just what I needed.... yet another fun hobby to try! Thanks so much!!
So I am one of those artists who really like the color variations of the uncleared enameling. I see great earrings or necklaces just letting the copper oxides do their thing. Lovely.
Thank you. You always explain things so well! Do you have a video on using enamel threads or pieces?
Oh my! Now I know what I am doing wrong. Thanks for a great video.
Thank You , nice job
Great video!
Great video! I picked up a lot of information and flux isn’t nearly as mysterious.
This is a very informative demo. Will clearing the oxidation also erase any LOS that is on the piece?
Thank you for this fantastic video. How would you deal with oxidation when using copper for cloisonne and hyou always have the top of the wires exposed as you are firing?
Grease from the fingertips, as well as dust particles that got into the enamel, burn during the firing and leave gas bubbles trapped in the enamel or, even worse, open pores.
Do you counter enamel before or after torch clearing?
How do you decide which flux to use? I have been using clear 1040 which is hard fusing.
how does that dust mask work, he covered his nose but it appeared to be open enough to fit almost three fingers Between it and his chin
Do you sell directly to the clients l mean not using an intermediator? Do I have to buy a certain amount of money? What if I don't have a credit card? How do you calculate for delivery?
What gauge mesh do you recommend for your firing rack and trivets ? As always an excellent video m- I am learning so much from you and your colleagues at Rio plus the other 'schools' that regularly show on here
Hi Andy, Thanks for asking! We'll consult with our Jewelry Tech Team and get back to you as soon as we can. Our offices are closing for the weekend soon, but we'll have an answer for you early next week!
Hi Andy, We're so glad that you're finding these videos to be helpful. The firing racks and trivets in these videos are all pre-fabricated from heavy-gauge stainless steel. The closest approximation would be 6-10 gauge. They're very sturdy!
@@RioGrande1944 Hi, thanks for coming back to me on this - I had guessed pretty much at 6 to 10 gauge and am in the process of fabricating a selection of supports for Kiln and Torch Firing
@@andym5213 Wow! Good for you.
How does one go about using white enamel? I bought some from you kind folks and it has little black specs in it. Is there a higher grade I need to buy?
If instead of a flat disc it was a carved medallion with some relief, would it still be possible to enamel it in this way? Can enameling only be done on flat surfaces?
altar7 you can enamel on domed surface see NANCY ENAMEL CABOCHONS
VERY helpful. Enamel on silver is beautiful, but for a more artsy BOHO look for local street markets, copper is more affordable. I didn't know how to proceed.
Excellent. We are glad this was helpful.
Are there any known issues using an acetylene Presto-lite torch For this process?
Hi Jenn. Thanks for asking! You can use an acetylene torch to fire enamels, but be sure that you only fire from below. Bringing the torch up on the top surface can discolor enamels, this will be most apparent on white or light colored enamels. It can also give a “Pearl” effect to transparent enamels (sometimes this effect looks good; sometimes it doesn't). Hope this helps, and have a great day!
Hi Sir. I'm designing watch, and i want to make color for dial. Coul you help me how can i buy Enamel Powder? I come from Vietnam. Thanks you
Great thanks a lot.
Is it different for sterling silver, yellow 14K gold, or rose 14K gold?
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@riogrande this was a very helpful comparison. Ty! Question-Wondering if you’d be willing to do another side by side comparison of fluxes on silver? There are so many options it’s a bit confusing IMO.
Why different type of fluxes are used?
So if it has already been fired but not cleared, can you fire it again to clear it.
Hi Arlene,
There are a few things that can create cloudy enamels. The first is too thick of a layer. Too thick of a layer can trap air between the grains of glass creating a cloudy appearance.
The glass can be fired again. Often, it can be cleared up more with additional firings. Hope this helps.
What size of torch tip is he using in this video?
Hi There, Thanks for watching. It's difficult for us to tell exactly which tip is being used here, but it is a larger tip. Most likely, #7 or #6. Hope this helps!
What kind of torch are you using?
Hi Melinda, that is the Smith Little Torch with a propane/oxygen mix. Here is the link to them on our website: www.riogrande.com/search/go?w=smith+little+torch+
Where is the link for the flux at Rio?
So now I see that you are ferrying to clear transparent enamels. Not " flux"
Flux, in the enameling world, is another name for clear enamel. We offer several different kinds of clear enamel depending on the piece you’re doing, and whether you are firing the first flux layer onto your metal, or coating the top of your colors. You will find the products here: www.riogrande.com/search/go?w=enamel%20flux The product description will give you more information about which clear enamel would be best for your application. Hope this helps!
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@@RioGrande1944 Link's now broken, but thanks for the clarification (which you also made in the video :-)
Hi can you tell me how I can stop getting trivet marks when I counter enamel the marks are from where the piece touches the trivet
Thanks
There are a couple of tips to help prevent this, but most importantly only the edge of the piece should touch the trivet, so getting a larger trivet would help. If the trivet touches enamel, it will stick. Using the minimum amount of enamel will also help prevent this as well, thick enamel will stick to the trivet. Lastly, letting the piece cool completely before removing it from the trivet will keep the glass from being hot and soft and sticking.
@@RioGrande1944 thank you so That’s a great help
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what's the product to prevent oxidation?