Hi John and all,
I would think that making a solid metal frame for Stained Glass Sundials would be the best method for securely fastening the gnomon and for protecting the Stained Glass pieces.
Here I’ve shown a frame made for a 24 X 36 inch opening window. It is made from ½ X 1” rectangular steel tube and contains a flat pattern shape of 1/8 thick steel sheet to support the gnomon. I’ve shown a gnomon made from 1” diameter round. Once welded, it is completely sealed or seamless and perfect for powder coating (painting). The shape of the sheet support can be created so as to integrate into the design of the sundial.
Then stained glass sundial can then be mounted inside the ½ inch thick frame for
good support.
What do you think of this idea John?
Fritz Stumpges
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