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Using different gauges of Nichrome Wire
I keep a number of different gauges of Nichrome wire in my studio. I've made a handy table of the sizes I use and what they are good for.
Nichrome Wire Gauges and Uses
| 16 Gauge |
Large fused animal legs (6-10" tall) |
| 18 Gauge |
legs for medium sized animals (4-6" tall) |
| 20 Gauge |
fused animal necks and tails and wings - Jewelry projects |
| 22 Gauge |
small jewelry projects |
| 24 Gauge |
animal whiskers |
Remember, with wire, the smaller the number, the larger the wire. So, 16 gauge is quite a bit thicker and heavier than 20 gauge. Also, not all Nichrome wire is the same. Nichrome is short for Nickel Chromium and comes in two formulations, a 80% Nickel and a 60% Nickel, typically just shortened to Nichrome 60 or Nichrome 80.
Nichrome Wire Types
| Formulations |
Top Temperature |
Good For |
| Nichrome 60 |
1850 F |
Most fusing projects, gets slightly softer after fusing |
| Nichrome 80 |
2150 |
Casting projects or other high temperature firings, stays more stiff after fusing |
Kiln Formed Bead Molds
I'm also excited to announce that my first fusing mold is now available to purchase. (and, an enormous THANK YOU to those who have already ordered their mold). The mold is 2 sided so you can make two different shapes of kiln formed beads. The instructions and a project tutorial are available for free download on the product page if you want to take a look. **Currently shipping in the US only, international shipping should be available the beginning of April, thank you for your patience.**
Click HERE to visit the product page.
p.s. Yes, I'm working on an ebook with fused glass animal patterns, they are very cute aren't they?
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Thanks for reading, and, as always, let me know if you have questions, I'm happy to help!
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