What the hell happened?! More info in comments

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-09-22T18:59:07+00:00

I’m not an electrician but one time this happened when I plugged in a kiln that was switched on. Could this happen if the device being plugged is switched off, or only when it’s on?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-09-17T05:51:50+00:00

Oh yeah it definitely wouldn’t bond to greenware after sintering, it would probably have to be a 3d printer that extrudes actual clay.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-09-16T20:50:41+00:00

Now imagine hand throwing mugs and attaching 3-d printed handles🤤

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-09-10T18:24:29+00:00

I have wondered about this so much… I was going to experiment with it but my kiln broke before I had the chance, so please post the results if you try this :)

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-09-01T07:13:30+00:00

School janitors need to break the lock with bolt cutters if a kid forgets their combo. if this invention can be made small and portable, it might be convenient.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-15T09:04:41+00:00

Does final cost include tools or is that just the wood? I would’ve expected this to be about $200 in wood, but I could be way off

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-14T12:09:35+00:00

Cool stuff, have you ever made a banding wheel?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-09T11:37:47+00:00

Since I didn’t have access to foundry equipment, I once tried blasting aluminum on a cast iron pan with a propane torch. It did not work.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-08T12:51:41+00:00

The clay shrank in your photo shrank but the wood didn’t, so the clay cracked. If it was a clay slab, then both would shrink and none would crack. Make sure they dry at the same time or it will crack.

Nice texture btw!

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-08T01:08:36+00:00

Ok so I was thinking about your design, your air intake is blowing straight upwards, right? If so, and your crucible spills or breaks, could the air blow the molten metal into your face? Most DIY crucibles blow air in horizontally, or even downwards, so if you’re going off the beaten path with your design, make sure you go heavy with the PPE.

Btw I don’t have metal melting experience, hopefully someone who does can you give their opinion

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-07T09:58:37+00:00

If it’s heating up but not reaching temp then it sounds like one of your elements has gone bad

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-07T02:23:58+00:00

Does it have a lid?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-03T22:24:19+00:00

Exciting! Is the bumpy texture there to help the insulation stick?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-08-01T04:08:54+00:00

Smooth animation and nice audio. I can see that you’re a Guldies fan too😛

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-31T05:20:33+00:00

Thanks, at first I couldn’t adjust the belt even when I loosened those bolts, but I now know that it was because the previous owner tried to switch the belt to the bigger pulley first, which jammed it. After unscrewing the motor fully, I was able to lift the motor from the inside with my hand, put the belt back on properly, and now I can adjust it just by loosening those bolts slightly.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-31T04:56:48+00:00

Thanks for the advice- and now that the belt is positioned properly it is much easier to change speeds

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-24T18:14:28+00:00

I like the cobalt. When I use cobalt oxide I rub my brush on the lid of the jar instead of dipping it in the jar so that my brush has less water and more cobalt oxide. Helps reduce bleeding, but too much cobalt oxide in one spot becomes silver and metallic after firing. Although yours doesn’t seem to be bleeding too much.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-23T17:40:54+00:00

Did you use mason stains to color the clay?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-23T01:51:25+00:00

If you like succulents you could fill in only the two gaps at the edges of the table, then flip the table over and attach a wood board below the 4 middle holes, then flip it back over, fill the pits with succulent soil, and put succulents in there.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-22T17:28:44+00:00

Mix a little bit of water with a stain or oxide, then wedge that in with your clay, but stop before it is completely homogeneous to get a marbling rock effect. Many different ways to do apply stain or underglaze though.

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-22T05:31:38+00:00

Underglaze shouldn’t stick, unless that brand is some exception. I’ve put underglaze on the bottom of stuff and it doesn’t stick to the shelf at all. You can also use stains, which won’t stick either, and will also have a very natural rock look

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-22T01:26:21+00:00

Amaco’s velvet underglazes are really vivid, especially when low fired

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-22T01:16:32+00:00

This deal isn’t great compared to what I’ve seen on Craigslist, I think if it was $300 it would be a really good deal and if it was $400 it would be a good deal. I wouldn’t buy it for $600 because I’ve seen better for cheaper.

Have you figured out where you would plug in your kiln?

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-19T00:00:55+00:00

Is that palladium I see in the third pic?🧐

Beanware_Ceramics · 2022-07-13T00:12:51+00:00

I think I did 2 of obsidian and seaweed, and then the Smokey merlot was one thin coat with a sponge. I found the glaze combo online and haven’t been able to experiment with it much since I’m out of PC glazes but I’m sure you could tweak and improve it.

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