Item Name:
Trautman Art Glass Apricot Rod
SKU:
TAG033R1-006-TAG-006
Description:
TAG Apricot Rod is a 33 COE borosilicate glass rod produced by Trautman Art Glass. Apricot is a lightly reactive amber-to-purple color that is slightly darker than Yellow Elvis. This borosilicate rod is ideal for lampworking, beadmaking, and sculptural work where thermal stability and precise control are essential. The 33 COE rating ensures compatibility with other borosilicate glass and allows for proper annealing at 1050 degrees Fahrenheit. TAG glass is known for its silver-rich striking colors that shift and develop beautifully in the flame, making Apricot a versatile choice for creating depth and visual interest in your work.
How it is used:
- Heat the rod in the flame of your torch to working temperature, typically around 2000 degrees Fahrenheit
- Use the softened glass to create beads, sculptural elements, or add color accents to larger pieces
- Layer Apricot with other borosilicate colors to achieve reactive color shifts and enhanced visual effects
- Allow finished pieces to cool slowly in an annealing kiln set to 1050 degrees Fahrenheit to relieve internal stress
Dimensions:
- Approximately 5mm - 7mm diameter
- Approximately 20" in length per rod
