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The Star Bead Rack is a great solution for glaze-firing beads, ornaments, etc. It is quite versatile and will save you space inside your kiln. Simply place glazed pieces on the metal wires, then place the entire rack into the kiln.
This rack is composed of two durable pressed stoneware supports with seven 6" nichrome wires. These heavy gauge wires can be staggered to accommodate different size pieces and can withstand multiple firings. We recommend these 6" wires for firing heavier items. If you are only firing lightweight pieces and need to accommodate more items, we suggest using the longer, 10" replacement wires.
- The wires have a maximum weight rating of approximately 13 grams per inch (or 82 grams per 6" wire) resulting in some deflection of the wire.
- For little to no deflection, the wires should carry no more than 3.5 grams per inch (or 20.75 grams per 6" wire).
- For best results distribute weight evenly across the wire.
- All values have been tested at cone 6, results at higher cones may vary.
The Star Bead Rack measures approximately 8" in height. Item comes wrapped in bubble wrap/ no custom box.
Maximum firing temperature is Cone 10 (2400 F).
The Ceramic Shop - Small Bead Rack w/ 4p 6" wire
This Small Bead Rack is designed for potters, jewelers and glass artists. It is ideal for smaller kilns or if you are limited with space. This rack allows you to easily glaze fire beads, pendants, buttons, etc. - without the worry of them sticking to your kiln shelf. The entire rack gets placed in the kiln with your glazed pieces on it.
This rack is made from two durable cast stoneware supports with four 6" long nichrome wires. The wires rest on grooves in the rack, so they can be easily rearranged to accommodate different size pieces. The wires are heavy gauge metal and can withstand multiple firings.- The Small Bead Rack measures approximately 2" in height.
- The wires have a maximum weight rating of approximately 13 grams per inch (or 82 grams per 6" wire) resulting in some deflection of the wire.
- For little to no deflection, the wires should carry no more than 3.5 grams per inch (or 20.75 grams per 6" wire).
- For best results distribute weight evenly across the wire.
- All values have been tested at cone 6, results at higher cones may vary.
Maximum firing temperature is Cone 10 (2400 F).