Precious Metal Clay Standard Activated Carbon Sintering Pan Set, with Foils & Wire Mesh, for Firing Silver Clay

If you are in the market for an excellent bronze, copper clay, Art Clay Silver and Accent Silver firing kit, look no further than this Standard Activated Carbon Sintering Pan Set. It can also be used when sintering fine silver clay.

Firing silver clay using this pan set provides an excellent way to incorporate natural and lab-grown gemstones, as well as low-fire cubic zirconia, into your designs while helping to prevent colour changes that can sometimes occur when firing on an open kiln shelf.

The package includes 50g of activated carbon, a tray measuring 90mm wide x 60mm deep x 40mm high, wire mesh, aluminium foil and stainless steel foil.

Getting Started with Bronze Clay and Art Clay Silver

To begin firing your bronze clay or Art Clay Silver creations, place approximately 10ml of activated carbon into the firing pan. Add your thoroughly dried clay pieces, then cover them with additional activated carbon, ensuring the carbon does not pile higher than the rim of the tray.

Next, wrap aluminium foil around the top of the tray, followed by the stainless steel foil. Bend the foil as needed to cover the top of the firing pan securely.

Once your pieces are ready for the kiln, refer to the manufacturer’s firing instructions for the correct firing temperature and schedule for your particular clay.

Caring for Your Activated Carbon

Ash deposits will gradually build up in the activated carbon after approximately two to three firings. To clean it, carefully transfer the carbon from one container to another, allowing the airflow to carry away the loose dust. We recommend doing this outdoors to avoid inhaling carbon dust.

With proper care, your activated carbon can be maintained for repeated firings.