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Garden Bug Frit Casting Mould
Casting mould are a simple way to make beautiful glass art. This mould allows you to create multiple pieces in just one firing. These pieces that are beautiful enough to stand alone or to incorporate into larger projects. Bugs act as great details to be used with floral projects. Moulds can be filled with glass frit, powder, or sheet glass.
Prepare mould with a casting primer before firing, we recommend ZYP. Mould measures approx 5" x 6¼" (12.7 x 15.9cm). Castings measure as small as ⅞ " (2cm) up to 2½" (6.3cm).
Fill weights: Large Bee 17 grams, Medium Bee 15 grams, Small Bee 10 grams, Large Caterpillar 4 grams, Small Caterpillar 3 grams, Large Ladybug 2 grams, Medium Ladybug 1.5 grams, Small Ladybug 1 gram.
Images courtesy of Creative Paradise.
Free project guide available to download on purchase.
FULL FUSE
| Segment | Rate C/Hour | Temperature | Hold Time Hr:Min |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 Celsius / Hour | 621C | 0:45 |
| 2 | 83 Celsius / Hour | 704C | 0:20 |
| 3 | 222 Celsius / Hour | 793C | 0:10 |
| 4 | FULL / 9999 Celsius / Hour | 510C | 1:00 |
TACK FIRING
| Segment | Rate C/Hour | Temperature | Hold Time Hr:Min |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 167 Celsius / Hour | 621C | 0:45 |
| 2 | 83 Celsius / Hour | 704C | 0:20 |
| 3 | 222 Celsius / Hour | 765C | 0:10 |
| 4 | FULL / 9999 Celsius / Hour | 510C | 1:00 |
