This 6-hour intensive class is all about how to use impression dies in a hydraulic press. Impression dies form metal with incredible detail in a relief impression of a design. Impression dies are made from something called a hub (the male version of a die). An impression die is the female impression of the male hub. Metal can be pressed into a die solid, or sheet metal can be used to create a hollow pressing. Urethane is typically used to push sheet metal into the impression die. Students will learn how to press metal into various sizes and depths of impression dies, both solid and hollow, and how to problem solve and troubleshoot potential challenges that arise. *We recommend taking Intro to the Hydraulic Press before taking this class, or at minimum having a basic knowlege of beginner level jewelry making skills What you’ll learn: Introduction to basic safety and usage of impression dies in the hydraulic press. What metal types and gauges work best with various impression dies. How to press solid and how to press hollow. How to get repeatable results for multiples. How to use urethane as well as other materials to push metal into impression dies. How to create a "force". … and MUCH more! Time: 9am-4pm (lunch break from 12pm-1pm) Skill Level: All Levels The classroom is located at 1949 E. Eastland, Tucson, Arizona, 85719.
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This 6-hour intensive class is all about how to use impression dies in a hydraulic press. Impression dies form metal with incredible detail in a relief impression of a design. Impression dies are made from something called a hub (the male version of a die). An impression die is the female impression of the male hub. Metal can be pressed into a die solid, or sheet metal can be used to create a hollow pressing. Urethane is typically used to push sheet metal into the impression die. Students will learn how to press metal into various sizes and depths of impression dies, both solid and hollow, and how to problem solve and troubleshoot potential challenges that arise.
*We recommend taking Intro to the Hydraulic Press before taking this class, or at minimum having a basic knowlege of beginner level jewelry making skills
What you’ll learn: Introduction to basic safety and usage of impression dies in the hydraulic press. What metal types and gauges work best with various impression dies. How to press solid and how to press hollow. How to get repeatable results for multiples. How to use urethane as well as other materials to push metal into impression dies. How to create a "force". … and MUCH more!
Time: 9am-4pm (lunch break from 12pm-1pm)
Skill Level: All Levels
The classroom is located at 1949 E. Eastland, Tucson, Arizona, 85719.
Potter Classroom Cancellation Policy:
We understand that life happens! Here's what to expect if you need to make changes to your class registration:
- Need to Cancel?
If you cancel 7 or more days before your class, you'll receive a full refund—no problem! - Schedule Conflict?
If you cancel 3 to 6 days before the class, we’ll issue you a credit to use toward a future Potter Classroom class. - Cancellations & No-Shows:
Cancellations made 24 hours before the class are non-refundable.
Unfortunately, no-shows are also not eligible for refunds or credits. - Can’t Make It? Send a Friend!
You're welcome to transfer your spot to someone else—just send us an email at least 48 hours in advance to let us know who’s coming in your place. - Studio Canceled Classes:
If we need to cancel a class for any reason, you’ll have the option of a full refund or a full credit toward a future class—your choice. - Makeup Classes:
At this time, we’re unable to offer makeup sessions for missed classes. If you’re unsure you can attend, we recommend waiting until a future date that works better for your schedule. - How to Cancel or Transfer Your Spot:
Just send us a quick email at [email protected].
Refunds or credits are typically processed within 7 days. - Policy Updates:
We may update this policy from time to time. The version active at the time of your purchase will always apply.
