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Peptapon
Gum, similar to CMC Gum
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- Family: Additive
- Region: Europe
- Mined At: Unspecified
- Raw Mineral: No
- Generic: No
Notes
Peptapon is an organic gum and binder that can be used almost the same way as CMC. Its gel isn't transparent like CMC gel; it is thicker at the same amount of water. Prepare as usual CMC preparation up to 45 gram in 1 liter of very hot water. Mix well using a mechanical mixer if possible, leave for a day and mix again.
Adding peptapon creates a hard glaze surface in high frit glazes, preventing powdering. It is also a suspender and improves the bond between dry glaze and the ware. Some people use a combination of peptapon and bentonite.
It is produced by ceramic additives department of ZSCHIMMER & SCHWARZ
http://www.zschimmer-schwarz.de/zs/ehaupt.htm
keramik@zschimmer-schwarz.de
Linked Articles
Dealing With the Problem of Powdering and Cracking Glazes
Powdering and dusting glazes are a dust hazard, nuisance and impediment to ware quality. Shrinkage and cracking on glaze drying can shut you down. Both have the same cause.
Suppliers
- Zschimmer & Schwarz GmbH & Co
Authors
- Tony Hansen (Owner)
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