How To Use 3D Printing to Make a Two-Part Silicone Mold // Silicone Mold Making

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  • @make.anything
    @make.anything 6 років тому +10

    This is the same way I learned to make silicone molds at Art Center. Solid refresher and a great tutorial :)

    • @parvejchoudhary97
      @parvejchoudhary97 5 років тому

      It's goosebumps, when you see your favorite creator on other random creator channels. Now I am going to subscribed this channel, because of my favorite creator.now I have trust on this creator also....

  • @buzzylogic
    @buzzylogic 5 років тому +10

    I was watching another youtuber mixing resin, he recommended you put your scale in a ziplock bag to keep any resin from getting on it. Thought it was a handy tip.

  • @Bbeavis
    @Bbeavis 6 років тому +13

    I would've been keen to see some closeups of the finished mould and end casts.

  • @decoydamsel
    @decoydamsel 4 роки тому +16

    I wish there had been a more detailed view of how you used those items to add airholes and prevent bubbles. For a visual learner just describing it doesn't really help at all.

  • @piebeisel
    @piebeisel 6 років тому +5

    One quick note to to pay attention to here! Oil based clays that contain sulfur often times can cause curing inhibition in your silicone molds, especially platinum cure silicone! For the best results check to see if the clay is "non-sulfurated" or NSP such as a chavant. Latex gloves can cause issues too since sulfur is a component that can leave residue, so nitrile ones are preferred. Always check and research your materials, and if you can do little tests to see how your materials will react with each other! It might just save you some money and tears!

    • @unkownsenpai621
      @unkownsenpai621 3 роки тому

      What clay should we need to use

    • @piebeisel
      @piebeisel 3 роки тому

      @@unkownsenpai621 A good clay to use would be NSP clay by Chavant. Its a non-sulpherated plastaline (that's the NSP part) modelling clay that should work well with your silicone.

  • @Pandadancypant
    @Pandadancypant 6 років тому +6

    Using a 1:1 mix silicone would have taken a lot of the guess work outta it great explaination btw

  • @davo963320
    @davo963320 6 років тому

    I would humbly suggest setting trying to set up a 'sprue' in the same way they do metal casting.. use a cylinder next to the interior volume of the mould with a runners and gates that lead into the lowest sections of the interior volume. Obviously you need vents on any parts of the interior volume with interior 'ceilings' but what it means is that when you pour resin into the sprue, it begins to fill the interior volume from the bottom up, displacing the air as it goes!
    Careful considering about which orientation of the object inside the mould that will fill the easiest /require the least number of vents etc.
    Do a google image search for 'sprue metal casting' and you'll see what I mean. Thanks again for the awesome videos, I'm inspired now to have a go at this myself! :D

  • @adamwilliams19
    @adamwilliams19 5 років тому

    Yooooooo Funhaus merch! Was not expecting that

  • @shattereddnb3268
    @shattereddnb3268 6 років тому +1

    Awesome videos by the way! I have learned a lot from you!

  • @BurninGems
    @BurninGems 6 років тому +1

    This ranks right up there with the tested video making silicon molds with Norm and Frank! It will be a classic!

  • @nicklogan2
    @nicklogan2 6 років тому

    One way to get a idea on how much silicone you would need for the first half, is fill the container with water and get a gram measurement for your silicone (and test for leaks). For the back half, you could also do a water displacement for the clay you pull out, adding an additional 5-10% grams for safety.

  • @markl9349
    @markl9349 Рік тому

    Loved the video please where can I find the video that shows how you are using this mold? Do you have a link?

  • @MrX-co9nu
    @MrX-co9nu 6 років тому +9

    I love the funhaus hat.

  • @NochSoEinKaddiFan
    @NochSoEinKaddiFan 6 років тому +13

    Wouldn't it make sense to place the pouring spout on the bottom of the feet? Is is a smooth surface, so the spout would be very easy to remove and vents could still be placed in the mold. That way you shouldn't have to deal with such a big resin surface rising inside the mold. I imagine that could be benefitial.

    • @Richter3D
      @Richter3D 6 років тому

      That's possible, but Phil has treads, so each tread would need a vent or pouring spout to make it work, otherwise yes, he could have been molded with his feet as the pouring spout.

    • @NochSoEinKaddiFan
      @NochSoEinKaddiFan 6 років тому

      I'm not sure what you mean by treads. Is it the surface texture?

    • @Richter3D
      @Richter3D 6 років тому +1

      Phil's boots have treads.

    • @NochSoEinKaddiFan
      @NochSoEinKaddiFan 6 років тому +2

      Oh, I see; yeah fair point, I thought he had flat soles ^^
      Still, the method used seems not ideal to me, there has to be some room for improvement. >.>

  • @FedericoGranata
    @FedericoGranata 3 роки тому +1

    Instead of going with the density you should go with the volume. Using metric is really easy, just misure how many cubic centimeters do you need and each cm³ is equal to a milliliter and you can simply pour the right amount of silicone

  • @gingerspicecookieco756
    @gingerspicecookieco756 8 місяців тому

    Hi what are you using to build the box?

  • @GeoDroidJohn
    @GeoDroidJohn 6 років тому

    I'll try this on my channel thanks for the tutorial

  • @johnboehm8151
    @johnboehm8151 7 місяців тому

    I would have liked to see the spurs you mounted, how you built the vent hole and located it, the final results, and the solution to the venting problem. You discussed all of this, but never came to any conclusions. Too much detail was skipped.

  • @jmeadeio4347
    @jmeadeio4347 5 років тому

    I’ve bought silicon molds to build sugar sculptures. I want to learn how to build my own molds so i can put my own twist to my work. Do you think pouring hot sugar into a 2 part mold will turn out ok?

  • @stonephone
    @stonephone 3 роки тому

    For the oil based clay , did you use soft or hard? And also, the white material you used to make the box, what was it? It seems like it's smooth like vinyl or something.

  • @rashawnbowen1126
    @rashawnbowen1126 4 роки тому +1

    My question is can we achieve a mold by using a hollow 3D print

  • @deahveonwhaley6347
    @deahveonwhaley6347 4 роки тому +1

    So is this a company that I can pay to get 3D mold? Or dose anyone know someone who dose this?

  • @nobocks
    @nobocks 6 років тому +9

    Stupid question : its possible to create a 3d printed mold and cast resin inside ?

    • @jboy27
      @jboy27 6 років тому +1

      should be able too. you would have layer lines

    • @Person930
      @Person930 6 років тому +2

      john bryant print in abs and acetone vapor smooth

    • @drdrace
      @drdrace 6 років тому +2

      Note: some resins will heat up to the point of melting your 3D printed mold if you cast too much at once. You may need to poor in X amount every Y hours based on the resin's instructions.

  • @timo1294
    @timo1294 6 років тому +1

    Very good Video clear instructions but could you guys link the articles used ?

    • @MatterHackers
      @MatterHackers  6 років тому

      The articles are linked below the video - you may have to click the 'Show More' to see them!

  • @kaiyodei
    @kaiyodei 5 років тому

    i messed up on something. if i make a video, could you tell me if something can be fixed or how to start over, and what to do with a useless mold half?

  • @paudriz4346
    @paudriz4346 5 років тому

    What is the white board you’re using? Thanks

  • @ChannelHTS
    @ChannelHTS 6 років тому

    i always thought to draw a block cut the 3d model out of it then cut the
    block in half and print 2 halves off the mold including spouts the just
    fit mold halves together then fill will whatever

  • @unkownsenpai621
    @unkownsenpai621 3 роки тому

    What clay are u using

  • @mrfochs
    @mrfochs 6 років тому +2

    Couldn't you have saved the clay step by simply attaching Phil by his feet to the mold box? Then when you remove the mold box, the bottom of his feet become the pour opening?

    • @FindecanorNotGmail
      @FindecanorNotGmail 6 років тому +1

      1. Because there is a gap between his legs
      2. Because Phil's boot soles have treads
      3. Because Phil's body has more girth than his feet.
      However, if it wasn't for 1 and 2 _and_ if the parting line did not matter so much then you could use a one-part mould and _cut_ two sides of the mould half-way down to get the model (and casts) out. But then you would not have any "keys" for getting the halves aligned.

  • @shattereddnb3268
    @shattereddnb3268 6 років тому

    Can I mold flexible materials in a silicone mold like this? Something similar to ninjeflex or ninjatech cheetah?

  • @goodhore
    @goodhore 4 роки тому

    is it possible to just simply use the clay as the mold?

  • @pierrelezan
    @pierrelezan 6 років тому

    Thanks for the tutorial, but hoh to chose the corect chemicals (silicon,relase agent,resin, etc) ?

  • @mattsmith7316
    @mattsmith7316 6 років тому

    Nice job. Do you know if I can use lacquer thinner in the instances where you used mineral spirits?

    • @MatterHackers
      @MatterHackers  6 років тому +1

      You can probably get away with lacquer thinner, it's just smellier and more volatile. Mineral spirits are just a lot easier to work with.

    • @mattsmith7316
      @mattsmith7316 6 років тому

      I keep lacquer thinner on hand for cleaning my airbrush, so it'd be nice to have one solvent for many uses. I guess I could use mineral spirits for cleaning my airbrush, though. Hmm...

  • @phreaktor
    @phreaktor 5 років тому

    How deep should the registration keys be?

  • @natalielong-dixon1892
    @natalielong-dixon1892 6 років тому

    I was wondering could you use oil cooking spray for mould release?

  • @mikelixir2299
    @mikelixir2299 6 років тому

    Would you be able to make a 1 part mold out of this character?

  • @kepeb1
    @kepeb1 6 років тому

    Trying to figure out what all this has to do with 3D printing...

  • @stevesloan6775
    @stevesloan6775 5 років тому

    The one true issue I have here, is the fact you didn’t us X software too calculate the volume of fill.!volume ... I find issue with.🤓

  • @SilentiDominus
    @SilentiDominus 4 роки тому

    Couldn't you just like... Vaseline him up, Set him feet first and fill the box then cut it off and remove it?
    Or if you want to make it in two parts stick something to hold it from one side and lower it halfway in then do the other half?

  • @ladwigs
    @ladwigs 5 років тому

    is your mold, food safe ?

  • @alexandrevaliquette1941
    @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому +4

    Won't you just cut out 95% of the manual work if you 3D print the two parts negative mold to start with? You only have to spray release agent, fill it with resin and you are done. Did I missed something?

    • @ThePhantazmya
      @ThePhantazmya 6 років тому +1

      It would depend on what you are making a mold of. The silicon is flexible and can stretch which makes it easier to remove models when they have thin delicate features like an arm holding out an object. I suppose you could try printing something like polyflex but it might not have the detail resolution you want.

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      You are right Fern.
      You can also 3D print a 3 -or more- parts mold (instead of a regular two part mold). This will make the 3D design a little more complicated, but I guess when you get use to this technique, you will save a lot of time.

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      I can print a 20cm cube in Ninjaflex at 0.1mm resolution with my cheap "Anet A6". However, it can't do sharp carving details and subtile surface texture like silicone.
      All techniques as advantages and limitations.

    • @bjbenterprises
      @bjbenterprises 6 років тому +2

      Yes, but just spraying mold release isn't your only problem. Undercuts, sealing the mold at the split line to prevent leaks, and much more need to be considered. You can learn more about 3D Printed molds here: ua-cam.com/video/KweiHPE4Ftg/v-deo.html

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      Thank you very much, this was the video that I looking for!
      I'll agree, there is more work than only "quick spray" of release agent.
      I'm still curious to see people doing it with stuff we can find everywhere (silicone caulking, car epoxy resin, wax, etc). When I'll have time, I'll do it "red neck" way and let you know!

  • @kelsicosme5556
    @kelsicosme5556 6 років тому

    Hiii [FULLNAME]!!! Love your content💖

  • @adambourkeproduction
    @adambourkeproduction 6 років тому +10

    why not just print it in 2 halves?

    • @Richter3D
      @Richter3D 6 років тому +3

      You could, but there's no guarantee that both halves of the model line back up when you put them together. This way you have one mold for one object and it won't need any sanding (if you did all the sanding before you molded the object).

    • @FindecanorNotGmail
      @FindecanorNotGmail 6 років тому

      The parting line does not necessarily have to be in a plane. You would want it where it is easy to clean up afterwards, avoiding highly detailed areas.

    • @bjbenterprises
      @bjbenterprises 6 років тому

      You will likely not get a good seal around the parting plane without a gasket of some sort. You will then leak material and/or pull bubbles from the edges. People use 3D printed molds in certain situations, but silicone molds have been used for several decades in medium run production for their many benefits. You can learn more here: ua-cam.com/video/KweiHPE4Ftg/v-deo.html

  • @ChannelHTS
    @ChannelHTS 6 років тому +1

    vacumm chamber?

    • @ThePhantazmya
      @ThePhantazmya 6 років тому

      Yeah it's funny he didn't mention that in the first half. Just a slight detail.. nothing to worry about.
      You don't actually need a vacuum chamber to do this btw. But it's important to keep the bubbles to a minimum so that they don't add surface flaws to your mold. It's a recommended practice to degas the silicon in a vacuum chamber before pouring. But if you mix slowly, avoid incorporating air into the mixture in the first place and pour a thin solid stream from high up (which elongates and pops air bubbles in the process) then you should be fine.

    • @ChannelHTS
      @ChannelHTS 6 років тому

      i always thought to draw a block cut the 3d model out of it then cut the block in half and print 2 halves off the mold including spouts the just fit mold halves together then fill will whatever

  • @woophereigo9755
    @woophereigo9755 6 років тому

    Glass straw would allow you to see your cure, wouldn't it?

  • @P_h_o_e_n_i_x_5000
    @P_h_o_e_n_i_x_5000 6 років тому

    А печатать сразу слепки, каран не позволяет?

  • @soonersciencenerd383
    @soonersciencenerd383 6 років тому

    Is mineral spirits mineral oils?

    • @ZillasCoop
      @ZillasCoop 5 років тому

      no, totally different

  • @night_gryphon
    @night_gryphon 6 років тому +1

    Where is the 3D printing used in mold creating process like title says???

    • @newz2u158
      @newz2u158 6 років тому

      Im wondering that too..maybe it was the bowl or the character LOL..title needs changing to "how to cast in clay and silicone"

    • @parvejchoudhary97
      @parvejchoudhary97 5 років тому +1

      The 3d printed model

  • @ThePhantazmya
    @ThePhantazmya 6 років тому

    I probably have no idea what I'm talking about but it seems like it might just be easier to mix the silicon and partly submerge the model and let cure, instead of using the clay. The clay looked like a pain in the bum.

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      I would guess it will be hard to precisely split/cut the mold open once it's cured.

    • @ThePhantazmya
      @ThePhantazmya 6 років тому +1

      You wouldn't have to split it open. Just partially fill the box and submerge half of the object. I guess if it's too heavy it might sink, but I don't think you'd have that issue with PLA or other plastics because the silicon should be dense enough to support its weight. Then after its cured pour the 2nd half like he showed and you should be able to pull it apart. For the keys you could just pop a couple small objects in and remove them before pouring the 2nd half. IDK works in my head but I've never tried it so could be a mistake.

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      It seem good to me, but I have no more experience in silicone molding than you are... Any expert people on this topic?

    • @bjbenterprises
      @bjbenterprises 6 років тому +2

      It's possible and is done sometimes, but you end up with a slightly raised edge where the silicone meets the part due to surface tension (it forms a meniscus). For only making a few parts, this works OK and you get decent seam lines, but over time this delicate edge wears and tears and the seam line on the part gets worse. Using clay allows you to get a sharp 90 degree mating edge. Also, floating the part in the silicone increases the chance of trapping large air pockets under the part if the geometry is tricky.

    • @alexandrevaliquette1941
      @alexandrevaliquette1941 6 років тому

      Experience have talked again!
      Thank you for the "Pro tips".

  • @knawdlimbz2212
    @knawdlimbz2212 4 роки тому

    I really appreciate the video, but when trying to follow you, the way you explain things, actually makes the steps your showing WAY More difficult to follow.

  • @ImSerious81
    @ImSerious81 6 років тому

    I’m looking for someone to do this for me! I need 2 two piece molds made out of a food grade silicone or some type of plastic. This is for a product I’m trying to bring to market

  • @Chef_Quis
    @Chef_Quis 5 років тому

    Mould

  • @AnuragDhanraj
    @AnuragDhanraj 5 років тому +1

    Good tutorial but you talk too much and very slowly.. hehe

  • @rb-ro2po
    @rb-ro2po 4 роки тому

    I didn't see 3d printing......

  • @newz2u158
    @newz2u158 6 років тому +2

    "Alec will walk you through the steps of *how you can use your 3D printer* to make a two-part silicone mold" Umm..Im still waiting for this part...

    • @chumon1992
      @chumon1992 4 роки тому

      "How To Use 3D Printing to Make a Two-Part Silicone Mold" while its not exactly the wording you used the point still stands lool it would be good with an A in between use and 3D

  • @diannafearson6961
    @diannafearson6961 Рік тому

    Do you all not answer people’s questions?

  • @divinegfe7882
    @divinegfe7882 6 років тому

    I would leave a like but it's at 420 😂

  • @MegaCoolshot
    @MegaCoolshot 6 років тому +15

    You really need to shave man

  • @foam27
    @foam27 6 років тому

    One thing he could do is, shave.

  • @MyRobot3D
    @MyRobot3D 4 роки тому

    Terrible

  • @amitberkowicz8502
    @amitberkowicz8502 6 років тому

    Give me 3d printer