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Throwing Rib - TR034

Throwing Rib - TR034

Regular price $9.00 USD
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Achieve Consistent Pottery Shapes with Precision 3D-Printed Shaping Ribs

Stop struggling with uneven forms and mismatched sets! This precision-crafted pottery rib is the ultimate solution for achieving perfectly consistent curves, heights, and profiles across all your wheel-thrown ceramics. Carefully designed to help both beginner potters and professional ceramic artists streamline production, this tool drastically reduces throwing time and eliminates clay waste.
Whether you are throwing a cohesive set of mugs, nesting bowls, or elegant vases, this shaping rib acts as your perfect template on the potter's wheel.

Key Features & High-Performance Design:
•Rigid 4mm Construction: Unlike flimsy alternatives, these ribs feature a thick, heavy-duty 4mm build designed to withstand firm pressure without flexing, giving you absolute control over your clay.
•Double-Beveled Edge for Ambidextrous Throwing: Engineered with an innovative double bevel, this versatile clay tool functions perfectly for both right-handed and left-handed potters.
•Streamlined Production Pottery: Effortlessly replicate identical forms, uniform curves, and consistent heights, making it an essential guide rib for throwing production runs.
•Studio Tested & Approved: Vetted and trusted daily by a community studio of 40 active potters, ensuring professional-grade durability that stands up to heavy studio use.

Usage Tips for Optimal Results:
•Prep Your Form: Ensure proper centering, opening, and pulling up of your clay cylinder before engaging the tool.
•Lubrication is Key: Maintain a well-lubricated, wet clay surface and utilize a moderately fast wheel speed.
•Steady Pressure: Firmly anchor the rib at the 3 o'clock position against the rotating clay, applying steady outward and upward pressure to let the profile shape the pot.
•Keep it Clean: Wipe the rib regularly during your throwing session to prevent clay and slurry buildup.

Product Specifications & Details:
Size & Color Guide: To help you easily organize your pottery studio, our ribs are color-coded by size:
8 Inch: Green
7" / 7.5": Orange
6" / 6.5": Indigo
5" / 5.25" / 5.5": Maroon
4" / 4.5": Yellow
3" / 3.5": Turquoise
2" / 2.5": Green
(Note: Specific color allocations are subject to change based on filament availability).

Production & Shipping: Orders are processed within 1–5 business days and proudly shipped directly from Oklahoma, USA.
Care Instructions:
•To maintain the precision shape and structural integrity of your 3D-printed ceramic tools, please follow these guidelines:
•Hand wash only using cold or room temperature water.
•NOT dishwasher safe.
•Avoid high heat: Keep away from hot water, kilns, or prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent warping.
•Dry thoroughly after use.

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Tool Care

Heat can harm these tools. To prevent warping, keep away from high-temperature environments (e.g. left in a car, garage, direct sunlight) and avoid hot water. Do not clean in a dishwasher!

Refunds and Returns

Contact me within: 14 days of delivery and ship items back within: 30 days of delivery.

Items that are defective and returned will be fully refunded. Partial refunds will be issued if the buyer chooses to return the item because of personal reasons not dealing with the quality of the item. Partial refunds include the price of the item, less original shipping costs. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. All returns must be packaged in the same or similar packing material shipped in. All returns must be insured. Full or partial refunds are issued after we receive and inspect the item. Thank you for your understanding.

NO RETURNS ON CUSTOM ORDERS.

Shipping

Items ship in 5-10 business days. Current lead-time will be listed in the heading banner on the website if different. Production can be delayed due to workload at times.

Tracking information will be provided when shipped.