What can I expect from Bullseye Rods?
• Compatibility: Bullseye Compatible rod styles are factory tested to the same standards as other Bullseye Compatible materials for kilnforming. • Color: Hue, saturation and opacity are evaluated. • Shape: Diameter, roundness and straightness/warp are evaluated. • Clarity: Rods must fall within an acceptable range for bubbles, stones and surface qualities. • Overall performance: Color striking and workability are evaluated. GRADES • T grade rods are formulated for flameworking and are not recommended for kilnforming. They include Lustres, Opaques, and other styles. • F grade rods can be used for both flameworking and kilnforming. They are part of the Bullseye Compatible product line. • F and T grades may be combined reliably in the torch. KILNFORMING WITH F GRADE RODS The material characteristics of F grade rods relate closely to the Bullseye sheet glass palette, with some noteworthy differences, generally driven by the rod-forming process and the nature of the form itself. Comparisons
