R5 Middle Ridge Handheld Clay Extruder
R5 Middle Ridge Handheld Clay Extruder
SKU:R5
Meet the R5 Middle Ridge Handheld Clay Extruder, one of our R series Handheld Clay Extruders! The R5 slices through a slab to make a shape with a ridge in the middle. Use the tool’s variable-depth ski and DiamondCore® Tools’ advanced blade technology to produce feet for slab-built platters, dishes or plates, as well as handles for mugs, pitchers and other vessels. Just slice it, cut to length and attach.
DESCRIPTION:
- Slices through a slab to make a handle shape with a ridge in the middle
- Angled, stainless-steel blade leaves clean edges and pulls through clay effortlessly
- 4 3/8-inch (11 cm)-long hardwood handle
- Great for feet, handles and more
- Adjustable-depth ski controls thickness of the cut
- Max approx. blade width 20 mm X height 18 mm
- Min approx. blade width 19 mm X height 10 mm
- Wood grain may vary
USES/BENEFITS:
- Make feet for slab-built pieces
- Ideal for hand-builders and useful for throwers
- Consistent shape and adjustable thickness
- So easy to use; avoid all that pulling
- Works on a variety of clay types
- Always-sharp stainless-steel blade won’t rust or shatter
- A variety of basic and intricate shapes are available
CAUTIONS:
- Not designed to be used with extremely wet or sticky clay
- Use all safety precautions
- Keep out of the reach of children
TIP:
For best results, use these foot and handle-making tools when the clay is not extremely wet or sticky. The clay tool blade should be clean and dry. Ideally, pull the extrusion up and out as it is being formed, or fold back the sides of the slab, so the extrusion pops up and out.