Thermoplastic 101 - How to use thermoplastic

Here is a simple tutorial showing you how to use thermoplastic! It works with worbla, black worbla, wonderflex, thibra, etc...
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[@Peleski]

As a novice, what is the advantage of using this stuff with the eva foam? I guess it provides the rigidity to set the foam in an unchanging shape?

[@arnelarcedo132]

Great work. What is that foam you use in the sandwich method? Thanks

[@TheSoleProprietor]

Is a hair dryer not hot enough to heat thermoplastic?

[@AdonisCosplay]

usually no, heat guns get drastically hotter than hair dryers and take much less time to get plastics to the temperature you need.

[@sueporter8812]

I've used a hair dryer. It works fine.

[@markgentile6047]

I want to make a rain cover for a firepit (to use after it is no longer hot). One is slightly over 62 inches round and one is slightly over 62 inches square. Is there a way to do this and if so, what product do i need?

[@NANCO1999]

After you make an object with worbla if it is exposed to heat , hot water, sitting in the sun will it warp out of shape??

[@AdonisCosplay]

Yea, it will continue to reform with heat. you have to be careful keeping things in a hot car

[@commentbeast3985]

Hi, do they sell this in bulk?

[@shinnyness00]

is there a way to etch detail into the plastic? kinda like with foam u can use the wood burner?

[@halaahmedtalaat3658]

shinnyness00 my be you can use the Lazer machine.

[@InfiniteSlasher]

It's like any other plastic right? So making it for cosplay or something with it touching skin and such is fine?

[@alleynaevangelista6271]

Ever yeah. It doesnt even stick that much

[@patriciajackson3883]

Hi I’m crocheting bags and it calls for thermoset to use with an iron to apply fabric for the lining is this the same stuff and if so can you wash it or where can I buy it because the video is in Italian with English subtitles Thank You

[@AdonisCosplay]

I've never heard of thermoset so I'm not sure. These materials I discuss in the video cool off to be a hard plastic. I imagine you COULD wash it, but it may distort. I honestly don't know. Sorry!

[@MiheminesLab]

Quick question, can't you just paint the foam dus making the wonderflex kida pointless ? ^^

[@AdonisCosplay]

Yes you can paint foam, but the thermoplastic gives the props structure and hardness that foam by itself doesn't provide. It also changes the texture of the surface you're working with and since it can fuze together, you can pretty much get rid of seams between sections entirely.

[@MiheminesLab]

But wouldn't spackle do the same thing ? ^^

[@AdonisCosplay]

mmm maybe? but spackle doesn't have much flex to it, where the wonderflex and worbla and give under some pressure and wont crack. There are plenty of reasons back and forth why it is or isn't necessary, in the end, no, it's not necessary to use it, but it can definitely be a good tool. You could make an entire prop strictly from foam, use spackle as a coating, and it could work amazingly. Or you could use thermoplastic. It's just personal preference at that point I guess.

[@asalayaz2963]

If i want to print something on it i should deformed it first or print then deforme it?

[@AdonisCosplay]

if you print first then form it, the print will likely stretch out with the plastic

[@spiritwildfiregaming1975]

I know this video's kinda old, but what kind of thermoplastic should I use for a mask that covers the whole face? Also will I be able to use paint on this material?

[@AdonisCosplay]

It really depends. Worbla has become my favorite. specifically black worbla. and you can paint right on it if you'd like or you can seal it and paint on that if you want a smoother finish

[@spiritwildfiregaming1975]

@@AdonisCosplay Got it. Thanks a lot for the answer! :)

[@joseduranjr3152]

What material would I use to make seat lumbar air bladders?

[@patriciajackson3883]

Hi I’m making crochet bags and it calls for th

[@DiaryoftheUglyDuckling]

Great video! I subbed!
Heavenly!

[@AdonisCosplay]

Thank you so much :)

[@kiraal3619]

This is really cool !

[@AdonisCosplay]

Thanks!

[@moisesr7840]

This doesn't help how to apply it

[@JoVeda_xo]

Nice

[@WhatSoEverThingsAreLovely]

Thanks.

[@esecallum]

Tooth fillings

[@Synthematix]

ALL plastic is thermo plastic.

[@RimWulf]

Limited and misleading