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Uses
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This form can be cut with
punches or scissors and applied as decorations to objects. Use for
making bezels, folded or draped forms and ring shanks.
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Workability
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PMC3 is smooth and easy to work with. Keep unused clay in a clay hydrator between use.
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Embedded Objects
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Any object that can withstand
the firing temperatures and times of PMC3 can be embedded and fired in
place. Some natural gemstones, lab gems and cubic zirconia's can be
used, as well as porcelain.
Check out our Gemstone Firing Guide for details on a specific stone.
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Firing Options
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Temperature
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Hold Time
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Kiln
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1650°F / 899°C
1560°F / 849°C
1290°F / 699°C
1200°F / 649°C
1110°F / 599°C
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2 hours (optimum)
20 min
10 min
20 min
45 min
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Torch
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Red Glow
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5 min (may vary depending on thickness)
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Artists who have used other versions of PMC before will find that the gold is slightly denser. This will make it feel a little stiffer, and explains why it will take longer for water to penetrate.
Before using, knead the material while it is still in its plastic wrapping to loosen
the structure. Add small amounts of water to compensate for drying during working, but be conservative. Seal unused material to retain moisture. Finishing is done just like any precious metal, including abrasives, tumbling, hand burnishing, and polishing compounds. PMC Gold can be soldered with any gold solder below 22 karat. As with other metal clays, allow the work to dry, preferably overnight.
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