U came vs. Adjustable u came.

[Jglass]

I've been working in stained glass (foil type), for 1 1/2 years.  I have used the zinc U came for framing a small panel and I use the adjustable zinc U came to frame larger panels.  What exactly is the difference other than the adjustable seems sturdier?  What do you use the adjustable came for?  Your expertise is greatly appreciated.

[Kev]

I'm not sure I know the product you speak of. I've used zinc came in different sizes, but not quite sure what you mean by adjustable.

[Jglass]

I will try to be more specific, I was going to insert a drawing of them but I can't figure out how to insert a picture in this forum.

The one came is called flat u came, it's just flat zinc bent in a u shape.  The adjustable u came has flanges on the inside that kind of takes up half on the inside of the came.

In hope this helps, I am not very good at explaining it.

[Graham]

This illustration of adjustable came may help

[Kev]

Ah ok....the adjustable is the only kind I have ever used, but understand now what you mean. I've only used e adjustable zinc came for framing a panel.

[Jglass]

Yes, Graham, that's the adjustable.  Your illustration now shows me what I would use it for.  Thank you and Kev for your help.

[Tre V]

I'm no help..I've only used the kind with the flanges...

[Anne]

I'm no help..I've only used the kind with the flanges...

me too!