Brent Test Tile Die

This die extrudes a shape to test glazes. The tile has several features that might be of interest during glaze testing. On one side, a section of ridges tests how a glaze breaks across surfaces. The opposite side is smooth to see how the glaze flows down a straight wall, or you can stamp it to test the glaze on your favorite pattern. The base is stable to stand in a kiln, but narrow enough to hang the tile on a wall, if you poke a small hole at the top. The die fits Brent 4" round clay extruders. Extrusion dimensions: The overall height of the tile extrusion is 2 1/4" tall and the base is 1 3/4" wide. The overall thickness of the tile is ~1/4". The goal was to be sturdy but minimize clay usage. Die Dimensions: The die is 4 1/2" in diameter and 1/4" thick.