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Are you just getting started with precious metal clay and aren't sure how best to finish your piece? When it comes to baking PMC, there are several “paths” you can take. Here we will describe how to fire precious metal clay using simple techniques for beginners. Not ready to learn how to fire precious metal clay yet? Learn about PMC in more detail with our “Guide to PMC: How to Mold with Metal Clay for Beginners” and explore the properties of precious metal clay, how it was developed, and what type of PMC you will use for your latest projects. Tip: Make sure the clay is completely dry before firing. If it is not dry, it can crack and break during the cooking process. Baking metal clay How to bake metal clay at home Are you happy with your precious metal clay design? Before preparing it for firing, first discover simple techniques on how to fire metal clay at home. Simply let it air dry so it can be fired in one of three ways. When firing PMC , choose the technique that best suits your tools and environment. The nice thing about working with PMC is that it can be fired using a hand torch, oven or even on a gas hob.
Whatever level you are and whatever tools you have, cooking PMC at home is very easy. How to fire PMC with a manual torch When you prepare to fire PMC with a manual torch, follow these steps: Prepare your design and workspace by removing any unnecessary objects from the area and placing your PMC design on a specialized soldering block. Light your butane hand torch and create a blue flame. Hold the torch about 2cm from your design, moving the flame in a circular motion around the piece. Gradually bring the flame closer to the PMC while doing that circular motion. When you heat up the PMC, you will notice that it will start to smoke and then catch fire. This is normal. It means that the organic binder is burning to make way for the precious metal. Continue heating the PMC until it begins to glow orange. Once it starts glowing, set your timer for BYB Directory the appropriate time based on the type of PMC you are using (PMC+ requires 5 minutes, PMC 3 requires 2 minutes). Once the time is up, you can turn off the torch and let your design cool. Cook PMC with a torch How to bake PMC with an oven Learning how to bake PMC using an oven is a really simple process as everything is pre-programmed for you.
Simply follow these steps to make sure you're doing it correctly: Depending on the oven you choose to invest in, be sure to read the manufacturer's manual for the best results. Adjust your oven to heat your design. You can do this by placing the relevant oven accessories inside. This may include a kiln shelf, ceramic posts, and/or a mesh support, depending on the configuration you prefer and the size and shape of your PMC design. Once everything is in place and your design is in the oven, you can set your digital programmer to the correct temperature for the size of your part and the type of PMC you are working with. Be sure to check the PMC guidelines for temperature and times. And don't forget that heating certain types of gemstones should be done with caution to avoid cracking or breaking. Cook PMC with oven How to cook PMC with a gas hob Tip: Firing metal clay with your own gas hob at home is also a simple process! Try a few pieces first and learn how to use no-bake metal clay before investing in some of the more specialized tools.
Whatever level you are and whatever tools you have, cooking PMC at home is very easy. How to fire PMC with a manual torch When you prepare to fire PMC with a manual torch, follow these steps: Prepare your design and workspace by removing any unnecessary objects from the area and placing your PMC design on a specialized soldering block. Light your butane hand torch and create a blue flame. Hold the torch about 2cm from your design, moving the flame in a circular motion around the piece. Gradually bring the flame closer to the PMC while doing that circular motion. When you heat up the PMC, you will notice that it will start to smoke and then catch fire. This is normal. It means that the organic binder is burning to make way for the precious metal. Continue heating the PMC until it begins to glow orange. Once it starts glowing, set your timer for BYB Directory the appropriate time based on the type of PMC you are using (PMC+ requires 5 minutes, PMC 3 requires 2 minutes). Once the time is up, you can turn off the torch and let your design cool. Cook PMC with a torch How to bake PMC with an oven Learning how to bake PMC using an oven is a really simple process as everything is pre-programmed for you.
Simply follow these steps to make sure you're doing it correctly: Depending on the oven you choose to invest in, be sure to read the manufacturer's manual for the best results. Adjust your oven to heat your design. You can do this by placing the relevant oven accessories inside. This may include a kiln shelf, ceramic posts, and/or a mesh support, depending on the configuration you prefer and the size and shape of your PMC design. Once everything is in place and your design is in the oven, you can set your digital programmer to the correct temperature for the size of your part and the type of PMC you are working with. Be sure to check the PMC guidelines for temperature and times. And don't forget that heating certain types of gemstones should be done with caution to avoid cracking or breaking. Cook PMC with oven How to cook PMC with a gas hob Tip: Firing metal clay with your own gas hob at home is also a simple process! Try a few pieces first and learn how to use no-bake metal clay before investing in some of the more specialized tools.