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REDUCTION RODS

REDUCTION RODS

These reduction rods are manufactured by Reichenbach, Kugler and Zimmerman, and have a COE of 94 to 96. They may be used over any COE 104 base glass, but no more than 20% by volume.

104 COE reduction rods are completely compatible with all other 104 COE rods.

Rods are 3 - 8mm in diameter x 12" long.

COE 94 - 96 Unless stated otherwise.

Reduced colours will vary according to the base colour of the bead, the length of time in the reducing flame, the strength of the reducing flame, and the gas being used.
Remember, have fun and experiment! If you don't like the reaction you have achieved, simply put the bead back into a neutral flame to undo the reduction, and start over.
Beads in photos are on a white base of Effetre #204, with the exception of the two shown on Effetre black #064 in the silver and gold photos.
All beads were made using natural gas with an oxygen concentrator.

NOTE:
ALL PRICING SHOWN IS PER POUND.

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ROYAL PURPLE - G198
Catalogue No.: G198
This is an incredible purple! Very similar to Zimmerman's Old Lilac Rose Special Z-851. For best results, use an oxygen rich flame then cool slowly. Will produce vibrant pinks and purples with a red/pink undertone.

Opaque/Reduces/Reactive

Our price: CA$41.00
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PURPLE ROSE - G199
Catalogue No.: G199
This is an incredible purple! Very similar to Zimmerman's coveted Purple Rose Special Z-99. For best results, use an oxygen rich flame then cool slowly. Will produce vibrant pinks and purples with a bluer undertone.

Opaque/Reduces/Reactive

Our price: CA$41.00
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IRIS ORANGE REDUCTION RODS (104 COE)
Catalogue No.: RL-6208C
Opaque
Priced per pound as shown and sold in 1/4lb increments.

Our price: CA$39.32
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IRIS DENSE BLUE REDUCTION RODS (104 COE)
Catalogue No.: RL-3206C
Opaque
Priced per pound as shown and sold in 1/4lb increments.

Our price: CA$39.32
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BLUE CHALCEDONY - G1095
Catalogue No.: G1095
A highly reactive colour that can produce a variety of effects and colours when exposed to the right conditions. To achieve the most vibrant variations that occur when the silver is burned off the surface (showing the purples, blues, greens, reds, oranges and yellows), use an extremely hot flame and heat until the rod looks clear and then quickly cool. Experiment with different flame types to get different effects.

Our price: CA$36.00
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BLUE ANGEL REDUCTION RODS - 104 COE
Catalogue No.: 743603
This is a cobalt blue coloured rod that reduces to beautiful blues and greens. A nice metallic sheen can be produced light or heavy. As they are hand-pulled, sizes range from 3mm - 5mm in 10" to 13" lengths.

SOLD PER ROD

Our price: CA$5.72
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BLACK NEBULA REDUCTION RODS - 104 COE
Catalogue No.: 743601
This extraordinary black glass will strike to beautiful silvers/blues/blacks in a striking marbled design. These rods also have a wide reduction range creating even more beautiful colours. As they are hand-pulled, sizes vary from 3mm to 5mm in diameter. 10-13" lengths (250-330mm)

SOLD PER ROD

Our price: CA$4.67
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