ACTIVA Blackjack Low Fire Clay™ Natural Kiln Earthenware, 5 lb

Blackjack Low Fire Clay 

Blackjack Low Fire Clay (formerly Activ-Low Fire Clay) is a blend of several natural clays and minerals that produces a smooth white talc body with good plasticity. This earthenware clay is a light gray color when wet yet fires to white. It is great for hand modeling, hand building, slab rolling and can be thrown on a potter’s wheel. This clay is excellent for all skill levels from beginners to professionals, and is non-toxic certified. Intended for use by adults only.

This earthenware clay fires in a kiln to maturity at cone 06 and bisque fires at cone 04.

DETAILED INFORMATION:

Firing range: Cone 06-04 (1855º-1971ºF)
Water content: 16-20%
Firing shrinkage at Cone 6: 10%
Porosity (water absorption) at Cone 6: 14%

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