Jewelry casting at home. Everything you need to know to try it!

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  • Опубліковано 4 лис 2020
  • Learn more about modeling from homemade wax and casting at home! I reveal the secrets of mastery :). Even a child can handle it!
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    cool jewelry here: bonnfactory.ru/?lang=en
    www.etsy.com/shop/BonnFactory
    In this video I will show you how to make homemade modeling wax with your own hands to create models of almost any complexity, because homemade wax will have all the properties necessary for this. And then, of course, I'll show you how to turn a wax model into a real metal ring! And all this in simple words and accessible methods. Be sure to leave your feedback on the video in the comments! Happy viewing :)
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  • @bonn3790
    @bonn3790  3 роки тому +161

    Hello! I disappeared because I was renovating my own jewelry store! Can you imagine this? There is still a lot of work ahead, but sometimes I need to pause and, for example, shoot a video for you! And also, you can always buy my silverware on my website bonnfactory.ru/?lang=en or at etsy www.etsy.com/shop/BonnFactory

    • @deborahduthie4519
      @deborahduthie4519 3 роки тому +1

      Bonn The tattooist is fantastic. Positive and negative space Tatts 👍🏼

    • @deborahduthie4519
      @deborahduthie4519 3 роки тому +1

      Bonn It really is great that your introduction said it can be made at home, it really can be made at home with ease. Ability to create without the bottled gases and all of the tools, that quite frankly, make a pleasure, feel like work at times. These are easy steps and you’re a funny buggar.🇦🇺

    • @TheSilverSmithsBench1
      @TheSilverSmithsBench1 3 роки тому

      Great video! 👍

    • @kurtseda873
      @kurtseda873 3 роки тому

      can you make a pendant from dream high?

    • @skyedge3407
      @skyedge3407 Рік тому

      Song name at 4:10?

  • @RochelleLang
    @RochelleLang 3 роки тому +740

    I love the calming music as you nearly set your work shop on fire, awesome!

  • @Rocky-sy9zt
    @Rocky-sy9zt 3 роки тому +553

    SEE! This is what I remembered from my JR High school metal class! I saw SOOO many videos saying "...casting at home..." then they get into the video and "....ok, this is when you're going to want to use your $5000 furnace..." or something stupid like that. Bonn, you are TRULY doing the "casting at home"! Thank you!

    • @Wolverine6617
      @Wolverine6617 2 роки тому +16

      Rocky... Yes this video certainly inspired me to cast an engagement ring at home.

    • @robertstrohlin6051
      @robertstrohlin6051 2 роки тому +13

      @@Wolverine6617 Hahahahaaa!!!! She'd be so impressed. She'd tell all her friends about the dork that made her a ring and asked her to marry her.

    • @markusgozzi6738
      @markusgozzi6738 2 роки тому +3

      @Wyatt P The Internet is full of videos. This video here is a demonstration of "how not to do" and like David said with tin it works, but with others and more convinient metals this method is not a possibility under no circumstances. It's more like "christmas tin casting" with some very dangerous "benefits". Can't see any worth in this (apart of an anaphylactic shock from the tin;-) ).

    • @albertledesma5173
      @albertledesma5173 Рік тому +3

      @David Chatterton I agree 100% with your statement. I too have my own lost wax casting shop and as you stated, yes, it will cost money in the startup period. That being said, there’s value in doing it right and if anyone plans on doing this as a business or even a side hustle, this isn’t going to cut it. You are just asking to give yourself unnecessary work with all the filing and cleanup you’re gonna have to do. I mean, this guy didn’t even bother to buy a little bit of the proper wax! Not only will you have tons of extra work to do, which eats into your profit margin, your work is just not going to look as good as it could/should and you will have a hard time selling it. My suggestion to anyone wanting to do this as a business is to save up some cash, buy the most necessary tools to begin with and then continue to buy the proper equipment AND material as you go. Good luck to anyone!

    • @jordanmcmillan7658
      @jordanmcmillan7658 Рік тому +1

      @@Wolverine6617 did you do it

  • @OpifexSingularity
    @OpifexSingularity 3 роки тому +168

    Used to do this when i started making jewelry was fun. Good work man always fun to watch your videos. Just remember to clean everything from tin after you are done, i generally go by the rule to never use tin and silver in the same workshop cause its hell on silver if mixed. An example is if you anneal a piece of silver and its been contaminated with tin lets say from a file, the small tin particles will etch pits into the surface.

    • @med8615
      @med8615 3 роки тому +1

      : ) so is there a better substitute than tin for starting off then knowing that you'll eventually move up to silver and don't wanna buy another whole set of tool to prevent tin contamination?

    • @OpifexSingularity
      @OpifexSingularity 3 роки тому +8

      @@med8615 If its casting you want to do then I cant find a substitute for tin, its the safest and easiest metal to start with when it comes to casting. I know silver is expensive but if you want to make casted jewelry out of silver you could always sculpt them in wax then send them to a professional and have em cast em for you, I got a few colleagues who work this way they send it wax models then the caster send back finished castings and they file and finish the castings and sell em. But dont forget you can do a lot of cool stuff by cutting,filing and grinding. Just take a look at some of Bonn's other videos hes done a lot of stuff by hand no casting, hes latest video. If you want to make jewelry by only cutting and filing it then Brass is a good metal to work with.

    • @XVRickXV
      @XVRickXV 3 роки тому +9

      If you don't want to start with silver, use copper. Its a lot cheaper and you'll take risks you wouldn't with silver for fear of wasting it. Its a great prototype material. Ohh and yes, copper is very compatible with silver. Sterling/925 is traditionally an alloy of silver with copper.

    • @bunnyorbs
      @bunnyorbs 3 роки тому

      @@OpifexSingularity i thought copper jewelry can be bad for skin????

    • @OpifexSingularity
      @OpifexSingularity 3 роки тому +8

      @@bunnyorbs If you are sensitive to it which is rare so no its not bad for the skin, reason most dont use it for rings and such is cause sweat will oxidize it and it will stain the skin if its a ring.

  • @kyleokane4639
    @kyleokane4639 Рік тому +4

    I watched this after watching a different tutorial where the guy had about 12 different high grade machines. Whilst it was very informative, the upfront cost would have been such a turnoff. Thanks for proving that you do not need thousands to make beautiful things.

  • @throughmylens9807
    @throughmylens9807 3 роки тому +9

    at last a real video with available tools, hats off man!

  • @mariemiller5052
    @mariemiller5052 2 роки тому +2

    this is so fascinating and calming at thr same time. this proccess reflects your intense patience and creativity. i am mesmerized

  • @moodtouch7920
    @moodtouch7920 3 роки тому +10

    I like you finding a way for the casting to work minimizing expenses. Great work :)

  • @bhamjoe
    @bhamjoe 3 роки тому +8

    I really enjoyed this, I would love to see more ring making videos with everyday tools.

  • @lobo0354
    @lobo0354 3 роки тому +1

    Been cruising gem faceting and gem rough and jewelry making and found this video. Went to your channel and saw your videos. I can’t wait to watch more. Keep up the great work!

  • @puppieprince
    @puppieprince Рік тому

    the music is AMAZING in this! and i appreciate that you chose to include the section where the pot caught on fire. you showed how to safely solve a problem that some people trying this at home might face, which was a great bonus :)

  • @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork
    @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork 3 роки тому +51

    Funny, I use paraffin and hot glue stick to make medieval wax seals for my hand written letters. The stuff is awesome. I use crayola crayons, then stamp a 3d printed design.

    • @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr
      @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr 2 роки тому +2

      Is there any distinction between hot glue sticks and a silicone rod?

    • @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork
      @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork 2 роки тому +5

      @@ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr Hot glue stick is silicone. Silicone is not hot glue stick. There are a zoo of silicone types out there. Hot glue stick is really good for this kind of amalgam though. You can also heat up a pot of water to about 70C and melt the hot glue stick, then use it (thinly) as a mold over things that are not heat sensitive. Good times.

    • @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr
      @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr 2 роки тому +1

      @@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork I wanted to know if I could use hot glue sticks instead of silicone rods to make the wax

    • @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork
      @Splatterpunk_OldNewYork 2 роки тому +3

      @@ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr Do it all the time.

    • @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr
      @ArmandoGonzalez-ux8yr 2 роки тому +3

      @@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork cool thanks, any idea what other metals I could use instead of tin solder?

  • @Cleav727
    @Cleav727 3 роки тому +14

    This was great, really inspirational and motivating. Thanks for showing how easily this can be done.

    • @Celestial_Reach
      @Celestial_Reach 10 місяців тому

      If nly it hadn't been made with lead

  • @nurgleslefttentacle6844
    @nurgleslefttentacle6844 3 роки тому +118

    It's a shame that you aren't able to keep the mould and basically have to start from scratch each time. Really impressive workmanship! :-)

    • @nileriver2881
      @nileriver2881 3 роки тому +33

      You could make a make another mold for the wax ring and use that for multiple poors

    • @christunnell2377
      @christunnell2377 3 роки тому +13

      It just makes each piece one of a kind

    • @dannyjenning1788
      @dannyjenning1788 3 роки тому +4

      Keep one solid ring and make a casting flask

    • @Rootcauser
      @Rootcauser 3 роки тому +5

      That's not true. As long you keep the negative plaster mould, you just need to put some clay under then use again. :)

    • @jcyt547
      @jcyt547 3 роки тому +6

      Some RTV silicones can withstand higher temperatures, ~300 Celsius. High enough for some metals, like tin.

  • @efratcybulkiewicz5897
    @efratcybulkiewicz5897 3 роки тому +8

    I have to admit it out loud, what a pair of beautiful hands you have. And the fact that you also have the "Lunula" at the base of each nail, makes me admire them much more.

  • @amilcarmoncada1801
    @amilcarmoncada1801 3 роки тому +7

    Otro excelente trabajo, mis felicitaciones y respetos desde Venezuela.

  • @richardsalisbury3792
    @richardsalisbury3792 2 місяці тому

    Fascinating. What a great DYI tutorial.

  • @Okiiiiii176
    @Okiiiiii176 2 роки тому

    Just loved how he worked so hard for this!

  • @mackdaddy.7610
    @mackdaddy.7610 Рік тому +1

    As a person who made a centrifuge casting wheel out of a bike wheel and a vibrator for moulds out of a drill and hockey puck,I can appreciate the simplicity of your method.I was going to mock the curing of the .could till I seem the product.touche`

  • @coredog64
    @coredog64 3 роки тому +19

    Incredible video. You make it look effortless but it’s clear there’s a lot of skill that went into it.

    • @GG_420
      @GG_420 Рік тому +1

      There is no skill at all he is just crative

    • @KTomlon
      @KTomlon Рік тому +6

      @@GG_420 ​ “no skill at all” in the context of handcrafted jewelry coming from someone named “Galaxygamer_420”

    • @prots
      @prots Рік тому +1

      @@KTomlon the skill is that he knows how to make the mold and he has the equipment not much skill that someone couldn't learn

    • @KTomlon
      @KTomlon Рік тому +2

      @@prots I think there is more to it than that, and you are simplifying things. So lets just agree to disagree

    • @prots
      @prots Рік тому +1

      @@KTomlon that's fair to say but I have done similar things to this and really isn't something difficult to learn

  • @drkahara
    @drkahara 2 роки тому

    Beautiful work on that. Keep it going.

  • @annevanderlaan6441
    @annevanderlaan6441 6 місяців тому

    All I can say is what the hell. I went to school for this and have waited years to buy everything I need and yet I have everything. You rock. I put you in my will.

  • @StoutPika
    @StoutPika 2 роки тому

    This is so chaotic, I love this

  • @blastomerx
    @blastomerx Рік тому +3

    My house burned down in the process but the ring turned out great. Thanks man.

  • @user-pp8ly2wn6t
    @user-pp8ly2wn6t 6 місяців тому

    Found your post interesting to watch. I can't wait to see your new videos soon. Good Luck with the upcoming update. This UA-cam channel is very informative and effective.

  • @effieether8500
    @effieether8500 3 роки тому +1

    This was so interesting and calming! Thank you!

    • @hotrodcline84
      @hotrodcline84 3 роки тому

      It is possible to recreate a piece by pouring a silicone mold to make multiple wax copies of his artwork

  • @katcabrera8272
    @katcabrera8272 2 роки тому +1

    This was a complete clusterfuck and I loved it. Xoxo

  • @JoesGuitarCafe
    @JoesGuitarCafe 2 роки тому

    cant wait to try that at home looks super safe thanks man!

  • @albertopiazza8999
    @albertopiazza8999 3 роки тому +4

    It’s a beautiful idea!!!!can you make other videos of this series?

  • @jeromegea4746
    @jeromegea4746 Рік тому +1

    Great job. It makes me want to try 🤩

  • @madman7923
    @madman7923 Місяць тому

    I said You need to cover it, then yelled NOT WITH YOUR HAND! 10/10 tutorial. thank you.

  • @wildankangkungarts
    @wildankangkungarts 3 роки тому +2

    Thx for sharing this!!👍🔥

  • @KerryAnnKimberly
    @KerryAnnKimberly 8 місяців тому +1

    Great video! I wasn’t expecting the tools and set up to be as simple as it was, which makes it very doable. Although, I was so nervous watching you heat up metal and do the burn out without protective gear. I had flashbacks to when I burned my hands and fingers on the flask 😢.

  • @SkaPastaMusic
    @SkaPastaMusic 5 місяців тому

    Using dyed epoxy glue for the coating is such genius, been meaning to try something like that for an idea. Plus nice choice of background music! Was very calming to watch even w the uh fire haha.

  • @Jakkapun_wanichkul
    @Jakkapun_wanichkul 10 місяців тому

    best VDO, all things are simple but best for people learning !

  • @Temblett1
    @Temblett1 6 місяців тому

    Incredible work and incredible video 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @TheLilboy6
    @TheLilboy6 2 роки тому

    Thanks a lot for sharing. You did a great job 👏

  • @stevegelano
    @stevegelano 2 роки тому

    Good job on grabbing that bell jar. Quick thinking!

  • @Garage4Life
    @Garage4Life 3 роки тому +2

    Its amazing :) i surely will have to make something in my videos :)

  • @yamitsukikarasu8857
    @yamitsukikarasu8857 2 роки тому

    The professional jewelcrafter in me shrieked at the view of all the porosity and bubbles.

  • @CheekyMonkey1776
    @CheekyMonkey1776 2 роки тому

    Nicely done!👍🏼

  • @Pete4Flags
    @Pete4Flags 3 роки тому

    Brilliant loved the vid .

  • @cndbrn7975
    @cndbrn7975 2 місяці тому

    Nice work, thanks for the video ..

  • @Moefongoe
    @Moefongoe 9 днів тому

    Its called “the lost art” not to many people take this route anymore. I learned it with just wax n clay in a two stage mold to preserve the mold for more copies, but the mold eventually gets damaged. Alot of artisans that practice the solid clay technique is very similar to this. Break the clay to get the ring. Then use finished polished ring as the “mother” to create many clay molds. Then just do the pours in one hit. Its hit n miss. I learned the technique from an artisan in south America. Adding that metal outer layer is legit. I see many videos on sand casting but they mess up the breathing holes. I myself for my own use like the imperfections. Gives the jewelry character. Thanks for the share. I never took shop class but did an exchange student program to Vermont n they showed me machining jewelry from scrap metal. All i got back home was band n home economics. Lol i cant complain i can run my house hold like a champion and enjoy music at a more personal level. Love seeing videos like yours, never too old to learn new n different techniques.

  • @RentoyTV2022
    @RentoyTV2022 2 роки тому

    im very thankful to your video sir,because now i have some knowledge to do a cheap material for casting..

  • @FloopyNupers
    @FloopyNupers Рік тому +1

    Love to see some with gold and silver

  • @asmrbroccoleader
    @asmrbroccoleader Рік тому

    Ohh man, you made me laugh good with the flammy part. that video was both comic and informative!

  • @debbietaylor9750
    @debbietaylor9750 3 роки тому

    Yeah you got to the flash pont.🔥

  • @johnharmon9466
    @johnharmon9466 3 роки тому +2

    Very cool vid fella

  • @anubisdelavoid2113
    @anubisdelavoid2113 4 місяці тому

    im gonna try this tonight in my apt!

  • @aprilbaird1355
    @aprilbaird1355 2 роки тому

    Very cool to watch

  • @TheRealCCSmith
    @TheRealCCSmith 2 роки тому

    👍loved it!... I think I have some plaster and candles around here somewhere... and a fire extinguisher.

  • @bearbaker5468
    @bearbaker5468 3 роки тому

    Thankyou for the video, it is very informative and makes it seem a lot less daunting to do.

  • @BengtRosini13
    @BengtRosini13 3 роки тому

    I really like your home-made jeweler's wax. Much better than the method I was trying, melting plastic into the wax, didnt give acceptable results. Yours however looks like it'll work just fine.

  • @M1sc3
    @M1sc3 3 роки тому

    Um dos melhores vídeos q vi!

  • @aaronramly1705
    @aaronramly1705 3 роки тому +9

    Please more of this easy tin solder casting but make it more extreme detail. Would love to watch it !

  • @santiagocortez9554
    @santiagocortez9554 3 роки тому +13

    You could've done a 2 part mold bro, it's reusable, but hey incredible work❤️

  • @josephshattuck5210
    @josephshattuck5210 3 роки тому

    This was a great video

  • @VisionItTv
    @VisionItTv 3 місяці тому

    Great job

  • @magicman9486
    @magicman9486 2 роки тому

    thanks. Was looking for simple. shows i can do this at home without fancy tools.

  • @LucianoSilva-rk6vw
    @LucianoSilva-rk6vw 3 роки тому +2

    Muito bom ver esse canal é top demais..✌️

  • @peacefirex4089
    @peacefirex4089 Рік тому +4

    what was the plaster mixture you put just before the tin pour?

  • @frikkiesmit2695
    @frikkiesmit2695 3 роки тому

    Bloody nice!

  • @petrsokol588
    @petrsokol588 3 роки тому +23

    Hello!
    Great video, sir! I've seen a few on the topic and yours is definitely the best. No annoying music, long intros, etc. You go straight to the point. It's very informative and replicable.
    I have one question, though. I cannot seem to find the silicone rod you are using. Could you recommend me a substitute? Can I use a hot glue refill or something?
    Thanks!

    • @mo_boh
      @mo_boh 2 роки тому +3

      I'm currently trying the same thing with some hot glue rods, I'll comment again on how it worked later. But the material feels great and melts well

    • @farret_socks878
      @farret_socks878 Рік тому +2

      @@mo_boh any luck mate?

    • @talpa6969
      @talpa6969 Рік тому +1

      it is a hot glue stick

  • @arnaudlelong2342
    @arnaudlelong2342 2 роки тому

    Well done buddy.

  • @none4174
    @none4174 3 роки тому +3

    Good job.

  • @Zc2915
    @Zc2915 Рік тому

    so good man

  • @sourpatch9797
    @sourpatch9797 3 роки тому +14

    Great video .....just wish there were more captions to what/why you were doing/using things so I can learn :)

    • @diegosaulovalle
      @diegosaulovalle 2 роки тому

      What do you want to know?

    • @djmusclecok
      @djmusclecok 2 роки тому

      @@diegosaulovalle would this be a good starting point for a teen?

  • @waynedowling2664
    @waynedowling2664 3 роки тому +3

    There are silicon rubbers / rtv room temperature vulcanized, that can stand the heat of pewter/tin. Just make a two part mold with your wax. Remove wax ,cut spru and vents and pour melted metal in. You could also use sand casting method. These methods save the effort of melting wax out and you can keep the original wax. I have been a professional jeweler for 45 years and have used both these methods many times. Carving wax is relatively cheap compared to all the other supplies jewelers use. Have fun.

    • @-_-ok9550
      @-_-ok9550 Рік тому

      can i ask you something? what are brass solders made of? they seem to be the same color as brass but with lower melting point. but what are they made of? in our country its unavailable. importing is kinda impossible. how do i make it myself. there seems to he no info on it online.

    • @jmackmcneill
      @jmackmcneill Рік тому

      @@-_-ok9550 All jewellery solders are called "silver solder" to differentiate them from electrical solders which are lead and tin based. The jewellery solder for brass will be an alloy of copper, silver, and zinc, and it is "solder" only in the sense of melting at a lower temperature than the brass you are soldering. You need a blowtorch rather than a soldering iron.
      I hope this information helps.

  • @florisdebont3867
    @florisdebont3867 2 роки тому

    I love how he has a big fire an the music is so peace full

  • @lisaboggs3487
    @lisaboggs3487 11 місяців тому +1

    Every studio should have a small fire extinguisher.

  • @ladytt8577
    @ladytt8577 3 роки тому

    Nice men's ring! You can make it of Gold 🤗

  • @Elijah-Bravo
    @Elijah-Bravo 3 роки тому +2

    This has been really helpful, now all I need to find is some skill.

  • @johnnymerritt5969
    @johnnymerritt5969 Рік тому

    Nice ring

  • @jameserb7904
    @jameserb7904 Рік тому

    This is a great informative video that answered a few questions I’ve been looking solve. This is truly a “Do it at home” video. Good job and thanks!

  • @is-qs2ej
    @is-qs2ej 2 місяці тому

    I might never watch another of your videos, but I subbed at the start just for the loving choice of leaving the 'accidental' fire and your reaction in the final video. how many lives have you saved? I hope to find more of your content useful, I'd like to wach all of your videos as a way to thank you.

  • @rickywhite7578
    @rickywhite7578 3 роки тому

    Nice job

  • @aidasoto2936
    @aidasoto2936 8 місяців тому

    Good work check ✔️

  • @enastypos9279
    @enastypos9279 3 роки тому +2

    Hello! What material is this white thing you are using to make the mold in the tube? Thank you

  • @luzcalderon2047
    @luzcalderon2047 Рік тому +1

    Eres El mejor.

  • @shyowl3453
    @shyowl3453 2 роки тому +1

    Got a weird question, I know people do lost wax casting with investment and a lot of fancy machines, would it be possible to use a lost wax method with a torch and delft clay? Or would it dry the clay out too much?

  • @nobodxy
    @nobodxy 3 роки тому +1

    Great job handeling the fire and smoke

  • @alyasilver8251
    @alyasilver8251 2 роки тому

    amazing

  • @WetbackNoSetback
    @WetbackNoSetback Рік тому

    I was gonna skip this video till he set his hot plate on fire 😂😂😂😂 awesome way to start a video

  • @_valuablelemon52_20
    @_valuablelemon52_20 2 роки тому

    Is the Paraffin wax interchangeable with bees wax? Also what purpose does the silicone serve? I would assume it hardens up the wax to make it more resistant, creating a more precise end result? Would it be bad to use just wax if you have no access to silicone to add

  • @Khaledccz
    @Khaledccz 6 місяців тому

    Thank you!

  • @gtruniversorh4634
    @gtruniversorh4634 2 роки тому

    É muito bom trabalho jóias as mulheres adoram muito legal show de bola

  • @jarvislee998
    @jarvislee998 3 роки тому +3

    3:57 the fun begins

  • @AngiesByKim
    @AngiesByKim Рік тому

    Omg thank you for this. My mom has me making her a mother's ring and I need the word mother in silver but didn't want to spend a fortune.

  • @Greta2002
    @Greta2002 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, what did you use for mold?(that white thing you mixed😂? Is it plaster?)

  • @hepburn118
    @hepburn118 3 роки тому

    Hi, is there any reason a large drill, or small hole saw, wont work for drilling out the center finger hole in the wax?

  • @spraycreationsbyajtanthony9490
    @spraycreationsbyajtanthony9490 2 роки тому

    So quick question is this an actual burn out and can u do it with gold and silver. I've been told u need a huge burnout oven it has to cook for 5 to 7 hrs. Is this true or can I do what u just did.

  • @shyowl3453
    @shyowl3453 3 роки тому

    So did you skip needing a burnout oven by using a torch since the flask was so small?

  • @the-helpful-stranger1154
    @the-helpful-stranger1154 7 місяців тому

    What material are you using to make the mold that you pour the metal into? Not the wax you make the item with but the watery clay you poured around it to melt out?

  • @Kurogane_666
    @Kurogane_666 Рік тому +1

    Any chance that this wax would work for a lost wax casting?? I'm looking for a tougher wax than plain paraffin but I can't find any

  • @brileymoreno4108
    @brileymoreno4108 2 роки тому +4

    Hi, great video! Was that a ceramic mixture you poured over your wax mold to create the cast? Thanks!

    • @danirabinowitz5049
      @danirabinowitz5049 Рік тому

      Hey it’s been a while since you commented so not sure if you found an answer or not- he probably just used plaster

  • @chinwardarles9071
    @chinwardarles9071 3 роки тому +20

    A few questions about the process.
    1. What is the reasoning behind mixing in the silicone rod into the wax?
    2. Is it necessary for getting good quality/burnout?
    3. Does something like hot glue stick work as a replacement for the silicone rod or is it better to just not add anything?
    4. Is that just regular plaster of paris or is it a special casting plaster?
    5. Would that type of mold work for hotter metals like Aluminum and Bronze?

    • @Laywild
      @Laywild 2 роки тому +7

      might be a bit late but the silicone rod is essentially hot glue, it is mixed in because candle wax on its own is very brittle, so it is easier to make the wax ring with more durable wax. normal plaster should work fine for this.

    • @josephbXIX
      @josephbXIX 2 роки тому +3

      pretty late too. aluminum and bronze have MUCH higher melting temperatures than a stove can produce so id guess the mold also cant hold it. Thats why they are usually cast in sant in shuch a small scale (sometimes reffered to as green sand).

    • @-_-ok9550
      @-_-ok9550 Рік тому +1

      will 3d printed plastic ring work instead of wax model?

    • @nealmcquarrie79
      @nealmcquarrie79 Рік тому

      replying to save thread

    • @jacobfisher8030
      @jacobfisher8030 Рік тому +1

      @@-_-ok9550 You should be able to. You'd need to get the whole thing up to 360 - 400 F, rather than just needing to melt the wax. A stovetop might not work. You could use an oven? I'd be worried about fumes though.

  • @vincentcocuzza8679
    @vincentcocuzza8679 Рік тому +1

    Well I live the video for sure but only thing is you started out explaining the steps w silicone rod and wax ect but when you poured the mold you didn’t tell us what it was or what to use as a mold making material and what the air ports and that other red tab was made from? I wanna try this at home as described in title DIY and everything needed to try but some stuff was let out so please if you don’t mind can you write me back and just clear these things up with me please? Anyways this is an awesome video and much was learned other than a few small things which I’m sure I can figure out some how but thanks again for the great ideas and the awesome video it was very satisfying and calming! Can’t wait to watch more of your vids! Also a new subscriber!!

  • @glencop8842
    @glencop8842 3 роки тому

    That's insane! How long did it take to make? 😍🖤

  • @D-me-dream-smp
    @D-me-dream-smp 2 роки тому +1

    I love the fact I can try this at home without buying special equipment. Definitely going to try it - not sure about the flames on the stove and if that is a necessary step! Might wait until the family go out.