In this assignment, we're diving into the world of molding and casting materials. Each of us will review safety data sheets for materials like Instamold, Machine wax, EcoFlex, Moldsil, Hydrostone, and Epoxy Resin. Then, we'll compare test casts made with each material and explore the pros and cons of printing versus milling molds. Finally, we'll design and produce molds with smooth surface finishes for casting parts, applying what we've learned to optimize our process.
1.Review the safety data sheets for each of your molding and casting materials
2.Make and compare test casts with each of them
3.Compare printing vs milling molds
In our group project at Vigyan Ashram, we're looking at safety data sheets for different materials, we've got quite the variety of materials here— Instamold, Machine wax, EcoFlex, Moldsil, Hydrostone, Epoxy Resin. Each of us will thoroughly studying its safety data sheet, and then sharing our findings with each other.
1.Design a mold around the process you'll be using, produce it with a smooth surface finish, and use it to cast parts
Milling Mold Output |
3D printing Mold Output |