High Temperature Wire Can Be Fused Betwen Pieces Of GlassHigh temperature wire is used in glass fusing in a number of ways. The wire can withstand temperature up to 2000 F within a glass kiln and still hold its shape. It is used to hold objects in place during the fusing cycle. Fiber paper is quite often held in place with wire when it is applied to a circular mold shape. Hi temp wire comes in a few different gauges.
High temperature wire is frequently fused between pieces of glass and is used as an attachment point for the glass. The wire is usually held in place with fusing glue and the outer end is sometimes supported in the glass kiln with a piece of fiber paper whilst the item is being fused. Use jeweler's pliers to make loops and other shapes before placing in the glass. If the wire has two legs, spread apart slightly as this will hold the wire when fused. Single legs can be bent at an angle. Once fused, the wire will be firmly encased in the glass. It will probably be very dull and discolored, polish gently with steel wool to bring back some luster. It is best used with dark glass; it is very visible with transparent glass, drilling a hole may be a better approach than using wire. If you prefer you can insert the wire prior to fusing into cabochons, earrings and bracelet focal pieces for attachment to other jewelry findings. It is an ideal way to provide attachment points for sun catchers, wind chimes and some wall decorations. The same process is used with pure silver wire for fused glass jewelry items. You will get a far shinier result with silver wire. Do not use sterling silver wire as it will blacken with fire scale and become brittle.
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