Thank you so much for "small-figure-beginner-crafter-friendly" tutorial. Also for the great tips for crafters that do not have all that fancy equipment and in any case don't need it for the scale that we do molds and casting, but really need to know the essential stuff to still mold and cast successfully! I'm greatful for people like you on UA-cam!
A different world to the world of resin casting that i worked in for 35 years. No use of the degas chamber, that was always my go to, the way i was taught. And such abundance of rubber and resin. Here in the uk it is very expensive, so we make the smallest molds possible, using the smallest amount of resin possible, no guesing in plastic beakers, all of our resins are weighed out gram for gram. I liked the elastic bands, that is the way i always held my molds together.
Amazing new series of tutorials. The explanations are very detailed. As someone who’s thinking about starting sculpting and casting I can’t thank you enough!
Yours are some of the absolute best tutorials on UA-cam of any topic, Steve: concise, informative and very clear instructions 👍 (some folks ramble, mumble or a combo thereof ). You get right to the point! 🙏😊
I know Im asking randomly but does someone know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I somehow lost the account password. I would love any help you can give me
@Lane Drake i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im in the hacking process now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
Great series of videos on casting and mold making - can’t wait for the fuller video on negative and positive pressure utilisation in molding and casting. Thanks a bunch
A good tip for getting rid of flashing in the mold after casting, I use masking tape to grab all the little bits of flashing. Works fast and grabs all the little bits that tend to stick because of static cling..... I just found your videos and I’m totally impressed with your skill and your ability to teach.
"A vibrator .. that you would use on your back?" 🤔 Regarding the depressurization, I use a yellow plastic coil hose (with quick connect) and set it up to degas out the window. It saves on hauling the pressure pot outside since my studio is far from any doors.
This is an awesome video! Incredibly thorough explanation - thank you! I've saved it for future ref & will be back to watch again. Keep up the great work!
Great video. I have to confess that this is the first time when, seeing one of these, I've realized that "pressure casting" actually means what it says. I always assumed that it was actually vacuum, which would (in my mind) motivate the air to work its way out. Thanks for making it obvious enough that even I realized what was being said.
This is the best tutorial I have seem about casting, and your way of explaining the process is also very relaxing and easy to digest. Thank you so much for such a hard work 😊
This is amazing! Thank you so much for your videos. Each and every one is so detailed and helpful! I’ve been thinking about casting for some time and after you’ve explained the process so well I might actually do it.
@@SteveFerrera oh! I completely understand why you left and if you just post one video then leave, I support you completely. However, I am very glad to hear you will be making more videos in the future.
Great video. It would have been great if there was as much info in the mould making vid. Like why you cut the mould diagonally, show how you cut it and how and how you make the little nodules and holes so the mould fits together nicely.
nice practical overview. and good that you mention the use of a respirator! but - the isocyanate (Part A in this case) is cancerous on its own, not only when it reacts. a thing to keep in mind when you're mesuring by volume and have all those extra cups flying around
similar to a rubber band, however with even better control of the tightness is self adherent bandages. ya know those wide elastic bands you would wrap around a sprain. try those out.
This was so incredibly helpful and super informative, and yet slightly overwhelming all at the same time! Lol but seriously...what have I gotten myself into 😬😬😬
Thank foe the video, Iam still learning this stuff, so maybe you now, if i only fill half of the mold and its cured can I add more resin on top, will it adhere to the cured part seamlesly, you now, like silicone does. Thanks.
I haven't even casted anything yet just absorbing as mush knowledge as I can before trying to cast my first project. I think I better start small. The pressure pot looks like a good idea I think I saw something like that around my brother's shop. Not shire if it was a pressure cooker?
Interesting approach with the pressure casting! How does it compare to pulling a vacuum to remove bubbles? Do you have any experience with that approach?
Yes I agree with putting the mold back together and filling it up with a substance but I would not use water as a can damage your final product if we don't get it a fully dry or you can leave fuzz balls behind with the towel or rag he used to dry it up. I actually use small beads. or u can use rice
Your link to a 2.5 Gallon Pressure Pot from the description directs me to a vacuum chamber, and I'm wondering whether you meant to call it a vacuum chamber, or if you provided the wrong link to a smaller pressure pot. Thanks!
@@SteveFerrera I am so confused, I could have sworn that the link was wrong yesterday but you're right it goes to the right place. Sorry for the bother, but thanks for the reply!
it's a weird physics thing. The pressure actually implodes the bubbles. I'm not sure of the reverse logic- maybe vacuuming doesn't get into odd shaped cavities? Like it would have to vacuum in one upward direction? just guessing...
Does the heat from pressurization help with the cure? Most interested in the thinner parts you highlighted. I imagine the mold is insulating so I would not be surprised if there is minimal thermal effect?
Thank you for the video and information amazing tutorial! One quick question, how much psi is used for the pressure casting method? And would you recommend running the compressor first and storing the air in the compressor and then slowly letting it fill into the pressure pot or as you did in your video just turn compressor on and let it fill the pot up to what pressure? Thank you hope my question make sense!!!
artist24seven I go anywhere from 40-55 psi. And I always preload the compressor. To about 150psi. So it only takes about 5 seconds for the pot to fill :) thanks for watching !
i use pressure caster too .. but how to eliminate those bubbles on top of the model? theres a ton of bubbles there. even tho i put it into pressure cast. other mold is okay.. but this mold seems a lot of bubbles even in pressure cast
Hi Steve, love your videos!. Question, once you cast and get air bubbles what do you use to fill those air bubble gaps or holes?. Your answer would greatly be appreciated.
I epoxied a bolt in there and then sealed it a bit extra with magic sculpt on both sides. Make sure it's solid- don't what the pressure to blow it out and take out your upstairs neighbor :)
Hey Steve, I am casting a bunch of trays in Smooth on 300 resin (trays that can have multiple uses, like holding pencils, makeup, smoking paraphernalia etc) and am worried about how toxic the material is. While it is not food safe, how toxic would you consider this resin to be? and is there some kind of coating I could use or other resin material that would be more friendly to bedroom / bathroom environments where I imagine the trays would live? I know the resin is flammable, but I am just wondering if the gases released from the hardened resin are actually dangerous and should not come into frequent contact with people in their homes, or if its really not that much of an issue... Let me know! Thanks
I was wondering if you re-used the cups that you use to mix resin parts or how to properly discard them or if you just had a corner of your shop filled with plastic cups lol.
yep, I reuse the one that wasn't mixed in. so each mixing uses one cup. and if they both get poured into the larger container they both can be reused. but regardless, at the end of the day, I somehow have a corner filled with used cups :)
Does using the pressure casting method eliminate the need to tilt and gently knock the cast to remove bubbles which you did when you did not use the pressure cast method?
yes, but it's more complicated than it sounds. lots of little tricks to get it clear and shiny- but nothing you can't figure out. pretty common nowadays in the designer toy world :)
Thank you so much for "small-figure-beginner-crafter-friendly" tutorial. Also for the great tips for crafters that do not have all that fancy equipment and in any case don't need it for the scale that we do molds and casting, but really need to know the essential stuff to still mold and cast successfully! I'm greatful for people like you on UA-cam!
Thanks for watching !
This is the chemistry I like. To the point and practical!
thanks!
A different world to the world of resin casting that i worked in for 35 years. No use of the degas chamber, that was always my go to, the way i was taught. And such abundance of rubber and resin. Here in the uk it is very expensive, so we make the smallest molds possible, using the smallest amount of resin possible, no guesing in plastic beakers, all of our resins are weighed out gram for gram. I liked the elastic bands, that is the way i always held my molds together.
Amazing new series of tutorials. The explanations are very detailed. As someone who’s thinking about starting sculpting and casting I can’t thank you enough!
Thanks for watching!
Yours are some of the absolute best tutorials on UA-cam of any topic, Steve: concise, informative and very clear instructions 👍 (some folks ramble, mumble or a combo thereof ). You get right to the point! 🙏😊
awww thanks!
Th... This was the first video I've ever watched on this channel.
I'm already scared.
and subscribed.
Same. If you like this, Check out TheCraftsman. He's the best ever.
I know Im asking randomly but does someone know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..?
I somehow lost the account password. I would love any help you can give me
@Emerson Jedidiah Instablaster ;)
@Lane Drake i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im in the hacking process now.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Lane Drake It did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. I am so happy!
Thanks so much you saved my account :D
Great series of videos on casting and mold making - can’t wait for the fuller video on negative and positive pressure utilisation in molding and casting. Thanks a bunch
This video was more informative than the video Smooth On made for casting
good to hear :)
Casting and making molds loads of fun!
Pressure casting is the way to get great results 👍🏻
yeps!
A good tip for getting rid of flashing in the mold after casting, I use masking tape to grab all the little bits of flashing. Works fast and grabs all the little bits that tend to stick because of static cling..... I just found your videos and I’m totally impressed with your skill and your ability to teach.
awesome! I'll try it. I hate picking out the bits
"A vibrator .. that you would use on your back?" 🤔
Regarding the depressurization, I use a yellow plastic coil hose (with quick connect) and set it up to degas out the window. It saves on hauling the pressure pot outside since my studio is far from any doors.
for sore muscles :)
flash tape works amazingly
This is an awesome video! Incredibly thorough explanation - thank you! I've saved it for future ref & will be back to watch again. Keep up the great work!
thanks for checking it out!
Great video. I have to confess that this is the first time when, seeing one of these, I've realized that "pressure casting" actually means what it says. I always assumed that it was actually vacuum, which would (in my mind) motivate the air to work its way out. Thanks for making it obvious enough that even I realized what was being said.
vacuums are often used to degas silicon or resin before pouring so your assumption was pretty spot on
this is an extremely thorough tutorial, great video
Thanks for watching :)
Toujours au top je vous suis depuis la france. C’est un vrai plaisir !! J’attends la prochaine video avec impatience.
Thanks for watching!
Another fantastic video. I've found Steve's mould making and casting videos to be the best on YoutTube.
Very cool video. I love that the resin turns white, it looks so good. I think I just might try this.
Great tutorial, love your work
Tanya Yapor thanks!
This is the best tutorial I have seem about casting, and your way of explaining the process is also very relaxing and easy to digest. Thank you so much for such a hard work 😊
You're very welcome!
OMGOSH! Truly amazing! Awesome details! Me got to get brave enough to try this. Toodles debs from Texas
This was incredibly helpful, thank you
Glad it was helpful!
I love your artistic style
thanks!
This is so helpful and well produced. thank you so much!
Thanks for watching :)
Can you add dye to the resin before you set it?
This is amazing! Thank you so much for your videos. Each and every one is so detailed and helpful! I’ve been thinking about casting for some time and after you’ve explained the process so well I might actually do it.
Thanks for watching :)
steve, any reason why you aren't posting anymore?
It was a lot of work for not much pay off... but I'm coming back! stay tuned.
@@SteveFerrera oh!
I completely understand why you left and if you just post one video then leave, I support you completely.
However, I am very glad to hear you will be making more videos in the future.
Air bubles are mostly removed for pieces that are transparent. They don't matter much for opaque pieces. Nice designs!!
unless they're on the surface- then it's the swiss cheese effect :)
Very helpful video thanks very much for taking the time to put it together.
I use the Smooth Cast 300 and Mold Max 30. I really want to try a pressure pot. Thanks!
Very informative! Thank you for all the great videos and walking through each process. Cheers!
Thanks for watching :)
can i reuse the these jiggling molds multiple time ?
i usually get 30 to 35 casts per mold
I just discovered your channel, cant stop watching
Thanks for watching :)
Great video. It would have been great if there was as much info in the mould making vid. Like why you cut the mould diagonally, show how you cut it and how and how you make the little nodules and holes so the mould fits together nicely.
Nicely done
thanks!
I would use my Dremel engraving tool to vibrate the mold.
I'm trying to construct a little vibro-table :)
Excellent video!
thanks!
nice practical overview. and good that you mention the use of a respirator! but - the isocyanate (Part A in this case) is cancerous on its own, not only when it reacts. a thing to keep in mind when you're mesuring by volume and have all those extra cups flying around
good to know- last thing I need is more chemicals
similar to a rubber band, however with even better control of the tightness is self adherent bandages. ya know those wide elastic bands you would wrap around a sprain. try those out.
hmmm. interesting idea
Do you have a video on making the molds?
yep! scroll through my videos here... you'll see them
This was so incredibly helpful and super informative, and yet slightly overwhelming all at the same time! Lol but seriously...what have I gotten myself into 😬😬😬
thanks! good luck!
Thank foe the video, Iam still learning this stuff, so maybe you now, if i only fill half of the mold and its cured can I add more resin on top, will it adhere to the cured part seamlesly, you now, like silicone does. Thanks.
Mr. XYZ yes pretty seamlessly. You might see a tiny line but it can be sanded.
I haven't even casted anything yet just absorbing as mush knowledge as I can before trying to cast my first project. I think I better start small. The pressure pot looks like a good idea I think I saw something like that around my brother's shop. Not shire if it was a pressure cooker?
Can you put dye in the resin to color it?
Trace Ridlehoover yes. Dyes work best with the clear resins. But the whites can be colored too
Literally the best video for casting liked subscribes and his the bell your awesome dude!!!! Thanks!!!
thanks for watching !
So much good information
:)
Interesting approach with the pressure casting! How does it compare to pulling a vacuum to remove bubbles? Do you have any experience with that approach?
I feel like this method is less messy :)
what type of filters on your respirator? Also, very well done video, clear and well paced and very informative!
I get the filters that remove dust and fumes. Thanks for watching :)
Yes I agree with putting the mold back together and filling it up with a substance but I would not use water as a can damage your final product if we don't get it a fully dry or you can leave fuzz balls behind with the towel or rag he used to dry it up. I actually use small beads. or u can use rice
yep :) I use rice
How did you modify the pressure pot for this application? I just ordered the one you linked. Thanks!
I epoxied a giant bolt in the lid. super important to make sure it's in solid. Don't want the pressure to blow it out and donk you on the noggin :)
Very informative! Many thanks indeed! 👍
Thanks for watching !
Great tutorial video👍
Thanks for watching :)
Your link to a 2.5 Gallon Pressure Pot from the description directs me to a vacuum chamber, and I'm wondering whether you meant to call it a vacuum chamber, or if you provided the wrong link to a smaller pressure pot. Thanks!
Hmmm. the link takes me to the TCP paint spray pressure pot. Not sure what's up...
@@SteveFerrera I am so confused, I could have sworn that the link was wrong yesterday but you're right it goes to the right place. Sorry for the bother, but thanks for the reply!
I will be making a mould of 2000 year old roman artifact soon so I have saved your videos ,then I will cast it in resin and then paint a patina on it
sounds cool! good luck
Wow, ~~~~~it's the best.👍👍 👍👍
THANKS for sharing your experience but wouldn't be better a vacuuming than positive pressure for getting rid of the air bubbles ???!
it's a weird physics thing. The pressure actually implodes the bubbles. I'm not sure of the reverse logic- maybe vacuuming doesn't get into odd shaped cavities? Like it would have to vacuum in one upward direction? just guessing...
How do you remove the bump thing created by the pour spout from the object once you remove it from the mold? Does it need to be sawed off?
Janine Kurzinger yes sawed and sanded
Does the heat from pressurization help with the cure? Most interested in the thinner parts you highlighted. I imagine the mold is insulating so I would not be surprised if there is minimal thermal effect?
not sure- i always try to let mine sit overnight to be safe
Thank you for the video and information amazing tutorial! One quick question, how much psi is used for the pressure casting method? And would you recommend running the compressor first and storing the air in the compressor and then slowly letting it fill into the pressure pot or as you did in your video just turn compressor on and let it fill the pot up to what pressure? Thank you hope my question make sense!!!
artist24seven I go anywhere from 40-55 psi. And I always preload the compressor. To about 150psi. So it only takes about 5 seconds for the pot to fill :) thanks for watching !
Could we use baking flour instead of talc? Thx
ive never tried it :)
How did you make the green rubber mold?? What material is that??
It's a Smooth-On product called Moldstar. Check out some of my other vids- I go into details
i use pressure caster too .. but how to eliminate those bubbles on top of the model? theres a ton of bubbles there. even tho i put it into pressure cast. other mold is okay.. but this mold seems a lot of bubbles even in pressure cast
Problems with bubbles on the top of the cast. Or the top of the pour(so the bottom of the figure)
do you vaccum your silicone? sometimes there can be tiny bubble in mold surface you don't see until the pressure cast pushes resin into them.
great vid!
Thanks for watching :)
Hi Steve, love your videos!. Question, once you cast and get air bubbles what do you use to fill those air bubble gaps or holes?. Your answer would greatly be appreciated.
magic sculpt :)
Thank you for amazing info .
Thanks for watching :)
This was VERY helpful
thnaks!
Brilliant video. I will subscribe 👌
How did you block the stringing cap on the pressure pot? As I can see it has been removed. Thanks
I epoxied a bolt in there and then sealed it a bit extra with magic sculpt on both sides. Make sure it's solid- don't what the pressure to blow it out and take out your upstairs neighbor :)
Hey Steve, I am casting a bunch of trays in Smooth on 300 resin (trays that can have multiple uses, like holding pencils, makeup, smoking paraphernalia etc) and am worried about how toxic the material is. While it is not food safe, how toxic would you consider this resin to be? and is there some kind of coating I could use or other resin material that would be more friendly to bedroom / bathroom environments where I imagine the trays would live? I know the resin is flammable, but I am just wondering if the gases released from the hardened resin are actually dangerous and should not come into frequent contact with people in their homes, or if its really not that much of an issue... Let me know! Thanks
You could measure the volume you need after your first cast by measuring the displacement of the cast in a cup of water
i like that idea
I was wondering if you re-used the cups that you use to mix resin parts or how to properly discard them or if you just had a corner of your shop filled with plastic cups lol.
yep, I reuse the one that wasn't mixed in. so each mixing uses one cup. and if they both get poured into the larger container they both can be reused. but regardless, at the end of the day, I somehow have a corner filled with used cups :)
hello can it use with hot things such as paraffin wax ?
it's not recommended for waxes- but there are specific rubbers for things with higher temps like paraffin and micro-crystalene waxes.
Where did you get the resin?
Nightmare King smooth on
Hi! Thank you for such an informative video. I am wondering if you can cast with silicone also using a silicone mold somehow??
ive seen examples using different silicones
Do you have any create fades in the colors?
not really-
How easy is this method for casting very thin pieces like aircraft wings?
not the greatest. injection molds would be best for that- but that's a whole nother can of worms.
very informative..thank you
Thanks for watching :)
Is this kind of resin flammable? If I make candle holder sculptures are they safe?
not flammable- should be fine as long as flame isn't too close
How many casts do you get out of a silicone mold?
about 30-35 before the mold starts to wear out
Where do you get the ideas for your figurines?
mythology and folklore mostly
How did you put in the registration keys in the molds of the larger pieces?
usually I just use the end of a sharpie :)
Can you do this outside without a respirator?
its def safer- but still the possibility of breathing fumes.
@@SteveFerrera well atleast its safer. Will probally use a respirator as well now im no longer a broke highschooler like I was when I first asked haha
Thank you for this video
Thanks for watching :)
Please tell me I'm not the only person who giggled at "Pot Life."
I can't be the only immature one.
Could you please drop a link for the 1 gallon kit? I'm searching and searching and cannot find it.
in the description :)
Love your intro videos lol
is it possible to use this technology on burrow made with sand(like sands from beach)?
hmmmm. I don't see why not.
What about “cold cast bronze”? Isnt that a resin too?
hmmmmm. I don't know that one...
Great tutorial! Thanks!
Thanks for watching :)
Hey, can you please tell me what would be the best way to cut through the PVC, ABS plastic that Banpresto uses for their figures?
I use Exacto's little hand saw. sometimes my dremmel cut disc if I'm feeling ambitious :)
How would i add colors or dried flowers to these if its inside the mold? Can you tell me or link me to a video explaining it?
just carefully insert it- can also hold in place with a wire then pull out before it sets
Can you place the reading and silicon mold in a pressure chamber instead of vibrating?
yep. that's what I do 90% of the time. This was just an example of how it isn't always necessary with some simple shapes.
how many casts will you typically take from a mold you made?
about 30- but depends on how much fine detail and thin parts there are- also large masses will heat up more and degrade it faster
What paint did u used to paint the character?
Liquitex acrylics
How do you repair air bubbles holes on the resin casts?
I use an epoxy clay called Magic Sculpt :)
How many "good" casts you get per mold?.
about 30-35. Unless there's crazy thin parts- then the mold degrades faster
what do you spend a month on casting materials?
totally random- my studio schedule can go from 100 to zero month to month :) but I always buy bulk
Does using the pressure casting method eliminate the need to tilt and gently knock the cast to remove bubbles which you did when you did not use the pressure cast method?
yep- for the most part. A lot of times I'll still bang them a bit right before they go into the pot- I think it helps for larger bubbles.
Question...could you cast an object in a mold out of a resin that will stay clear with no impurities?
yes, but it's more complicated than it sounds. lots of little tricks to get it clear and shiny- but nothing you can't figure out. pretty common nowadays in the designer toy world :)
I make sprues out of cocktail sticks to a avoid air pockets
are two part molds necessary? i have 2 molds that are pretty much ruined. could i save them by cutting them in 2?
you could but I don't think the results would be worth it. I'd just redo them as 2 part
@@SteveFerrera how do i make a 2 part skull mold? i made a 1 part using a funnel and sprue. but the jaw breaks off too easily