Prometheus® Jewellers Paste Syringe Greenish Yellow Bronze Clay - 10 Grams (with 3 Tips)

Prometheus® PGY® is a metal clay that transforms into a solid, greenish-yellow bronze after firing, offering a distinctive alternative to traditional bronze. Perfect for handmade jewelry and artistic projects with personality.

Composition and Uses

This clay is composed of:

• Micron-sized bronze powder

• Organic binder

• Purified water

It can be hand shaped, textured, rolled, extruded and even turned .

Compatible with:

• Cubic Zirconia and Lab Created Stones

• Previously tested natural stones

• Glass, ceramic and porcelain beads

• Other Prometheus® metal clays (ideal for multi-colored pieces)

Bottom line

When fired, the binder burns off, leaving a piece of pure, solid, greenish-yellow bronze .

Finish your piece:

• Brushing the surface

• Using pickle if there is firescale (oxidation)

• Polishing to highlight its color and texture

2-Step Cooking Process

Before you begin , test with a small piece to adjust the oven temperature if necessary (±5%).

Step 1: Removing the binder

1. Place the dried piece on a stainless steel rack.

2. Place in a cold oven and turn up the temperature to 500°C / 932°F .

3. Cook for 15 minutes .

4. Carefully remove and allow to cool on a fire-resistant surface.

Step 2: Sintering

1. Cover the bottom of a steel container with 3 cm of activated carbon .

2. Place the pieces leaving at least 1.5 cm of separation between them.

3. Fill with more activated charcoal and close the container.

4. Place in a preheated oven at 800°C / 1470°F .

5. Once the oven returns to temperature, cook for 1 hour .

6. Let cool in the oven or carefully remove and let cool on a heat-resistant surface.