How To Make a Basic Mold with Silicone Plastique

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Before making a mold, the model to be duplicated should be mounted to your work surface.  Apply a one-eighth inch film of Anchor -Dit™ to the bottom of the model and press on to the work surface.  Apply enough pressure so that Anchor-Dit™ squeezes out the sides.  Wipe the excess away with a towel or scraper.  This creates an aggressive suction between model and work surface, sealing the bottom so silicone does not creep underneath your model.

Silicone Plastique® has the consistency of clay.  Equal amounts of Part A (blue) and Part B (white) may be measured by weight or volume.  Part A and B are combined and kneaded until  a uniform color is achieved.  Your Silicone Plastique® in is now ready to use an should remain work able for 10 15 minutes.  Note: Your may refrigerate Silicone Plastique® before combining to extend work-time.

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Rub a small amount of Silicone Plastique® directly into the details of your object, creating an initial layer.  Apply a second layer, at least one quarter inch thick, completely covering the object’s surface.  Note: to bond correctly, layers of Silicone Plastique® must be applied before the previous layer is fully cured.  Silicone Plastique® may be flattened by hand or rolled with a pin between sheets of parchment paper.

Silicone Plastique® has a work-time of about 10-15 minutes and a cure time of about an hour at room temperature. Allow Silicone Plastique® to fully cure before removing your original object.

$16.00 per lb.