Can this be used to mix in casting resin? I hear it doesn't set well for others but really like the color selection...
221953
Hello, the water and binder in the acrylic will likely cause the resin to stay gummy and not fully set up. There are special dyes and colorants available for casting resins that will harden along side the resin. You may also consider using dry pigment to color the resin.
1622704
This would be enough for 2 to 3 castings, I'm guessing you have some sort of casting material (plaster of paris,or latex would be a couple of good options,the latex you might get more than one pour to that mold) for your mold, as you cannot use this on skin
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Don't try. Ive used both and Both form with heat so even if they don't fuse there will be serious deformation bordering on pointless. Instant mold is great for epoxy putty(I use it for gunpla parts, duping custom Lego elements, replicating broken items(etc.)) and the occasional resin cast if its simple and low detail. Sorry for going off topic. I wouldn't recommend it.
1035848
I have bought this before and it dried white, I tried using acrylic paint to add color, it kinda worked, I just haven't mastered working with resin yet. Hope this helps!
2071680
No Robert. The product will degrade after a short period of time and become gummy and sticky. This product is strickly for casting other types of materials, in my opinion.
1631913
I used it to make a custom but-stock for an old gun, and it made for a solid, sturdy and smooth outer layer (about 3/8 inch thick ) but I also used a different resin for filler. I think for something that is not critical like the part I made it could work well by itsself, just making sure a minimal 3/8 thikness is maintained uniformly. Hope this helps.
630607
Don't think this is good idea because even mixing a small amount (1/2oz) could produce heat reaction..You should always use the correct harder with the correct resin.. They are all different..
1178538
Don't know, but it is adequate for melting lead! Will get too hot for normal use and cause excess oxidation, so keep it low enough to fill molds without solidifying too quickly. Play with it for a little while, and you will quickly find how to use it.
1004331
I've used this mixed with CA glue to fill voids on custom turned pens and also mixed in resin to make pen blanks. I would fear the pigments in paint would not allow this to show through. BUT, it may alighlty allow some of the "shimmer" to show through and give a nice affect. If you were in my area I could give you a bottle to try and see if it works before you order.
955877
Yes, you can. I have done it several times with highly detailed pieces, and they turned out wonderfully! The resin just popped right out with no problem/residue left, so I was able to use the same mold multiple times.
1911853
You will be perfectly fine casting a mold of a PVC object, though keep in mind that melting PVC and inserting it into a mold made from this product will result in both the mold and PVC combining molecularly. This is because the Instant Mold is so heat sensitive. If you need to cast in PVC or have a large original this may not be cost effective. in that case may I suggest ... http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-easiest-silicone-mold/This is not able to be re-cast, but will take the heat, works well for larger casts, and is inexpensive.
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Yes, I mix Flex Coat 2 part epoxy in them all the time. There is only one catch though, I pour the resin in one cup and the hardener is another cup. I tried pouring both parts in the same cup, but discovered that the cup measurements are not accurate, so I started using 2 cups each time I mix and that assures me accurate parts.
2019831
Yes. The only suggestion that I have based on my experience with this product is to be precise in your measurements otherwise the resin will not cure properly.
1260431
I didnt mix it, i just decided to use it for making flowers, it works fine for that
729164
i have used this with a lot of different materials and it has been real good in everything. bottom line i don't see why you can't use this. it is a very neutral solution. good luck
276125
Add it to one part of the mix, get it thoroughly incorporated, and then add your second mix part. If you added it after you mixed both parts you wouldn't have enough time to get it all mixed with some resins. Hope that helps!
1610345
I prime everything w/ acrylic undercoat. I can't imagine ur casting such large items that u can't do it by hand.