Shrinkage Calculator
Calculate final dimensions of ceramic pieces accounting for clay body shrinkage through drying and firing.
Inputs
Results
Drying Shrinkage
6.0%
Firing Shrinkage
6.4%
Total Shrinkage
12.0%
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Artisan by Irora Labs
March 23, 2026
Inputs
| Wet Length | 100 mm |
| Dry Length | 94 mm |
| Fired Length | 88 mm |
Results
| Drying Shrinkage | 6.0% |
| Firing Shrinkage | 6.4% |
| Total Shrinkage | 12.0% |
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Applies two shrinkage stages: drying (5-7%) and firing (5-12% depending on clay and temperature).
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