Product Reviews
Pros
Sets up quick,making the finished results looking great. Heats at a lower temperature than 50/50 so used after the 50/50/ you get fewer melt throughs.
Cons
None that I have found.
Other Thoughts
When I solder a lamp, I use Canfield 50/50 first on the outside and use the Quick Set for the inside and finish on the outside of the lamp. Works great.
Pros
Best completes a look with solder-turned-black (with time), or with black patina.
Cons
A little more expensive than copper back.
Other Thoughts
1.25 has a nice intermediate thickness to it, and the black seems to stick really well in my experience. I generally use copper-back of 7/32", and then some applications use this black.
Pros
I like the clear (white) bevel glass, especially when surrounded by clear colored glass.
Cons
None.
Other Thoughts
I think the cross stands out nicely.
Pros
Keeps your edges nice and straight, especially for adding came afterward.
Cons
You might want to buy 2 packs right off.
Other Thoughts
This pack I found to be more cost effective. I might buy one more of this, rather than buying the other various sizes. The 12" and 3" allow for good combinations in getting the project edged.
Pros
I got this for some glass I have which is just too thick to use the regular foil.
Cons
If you like the "foil pen", you'll have to buy one for the 1/4", as it won't fit the smaller one.
Other Thoughts
Good to have a roll of this on hand.
Pros
Matches "inside" to leaving solder without patina. Thicker tape, which can be both a pro and a con. Doesn't tear or poke through as easily, but also doesn't conform as readily to glass with a lot of ridges in it.
Cons
Costs more than Copper foil.
Other Thoughts
Pros
Works the same as other foil, but more cost-effective.
Cons
If you don't like seeing copper color through the glass, then you need to get the black or silver-backed.
Other Thoughts
I usually leave the solder to patina on it's own; in that case the copper is visible as "not matching", but to my eye adds some variety to the piece. I'm not concerned about the "not matching" (which is usually hardly noticeable), but I know some people are concerned about that (or like to patina with copper wash to match).
Pros
Makes for a good effect, especially when using colored glass around it.
Cons
None.
Other Thoughts
I liked the look when taking the rounded pieces and setting them back (move each rearward from the position shown), more as accent pieces which attract your eye back to the clear cross.
Pros
Love the quantity that you get of this product. It's easy to work with, but is also strong and light. I've used it on a variety of applications, and like the strength the product adds.
Cons
If the glass project is very large, or needs a LOT of support, this came is not the one. You need to get the came with a void space built in. I prefer the 1/4" as the step up from this 1/8" came.
Other Thoughts
Biggest bang for buck if you ask me. You can create "H" shaped came easily, which makes a very strong product, with just a little effort.
Pros
Really like Novacan have been using for 6 years and still have my original grinder.
Cons
None
Other Thoughts
Pros
wonderful small sizes for doing small pieces! Fires beautifully
Cons
perhaps too much packaging
Other Thoughts
Pros
This is excellent quality. Easy to install. Durable & safe.
I love them.
Cons
Sometimes you need the extra hand for positioning.
Other Thoughts
I need lots more.
Pros
This glass is excellent for sky representation. I love the clear areas that decrease the intensity of the blue enough for substitution. I had ordered this glass for a private order and ran out at a crucial time, and was able to substitute in a lighter blue to make up for the shortfall. Another critic said the blue reminded them of the blue in old stained glass church windows. It was very easy to cut and broke true to the score another important plus for this most recent project.
Cons
None that I can think of at this time.
Other Thoughts
I would like to see more clear used in places, the glass I was sent had sparse clear areas.
Pros
Awesome sterling silver earring posts. Great price for what you get!
Cons
None!
Other Thoughts
Pros
Easy to work with. Stays silver after firing. No black residue. This is the only wire I ever buy and use with my dichroic bracelets.
Cons
Like all Fine Silver wire (which is the only kind that I know of for firing in the kiln), it dulls slightly.
Other Thoughts
Pros
Super heavy duty. Not at all like the kind i can find local. These really do hold up and much better then i expected.
Cons
They yellow over time but that's not too terrible.
Other Thoughts
Would be nice if there was some sort of weight rating system for products like this. Fishing line and such have weight test it would be great if these did.
Pros
Great fun product! They stay in place and majority of pieces are perfect to add cute touches to fused jewelry
Cons
Some of the pieces are really thick and I haven't figured out to use them yet.
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