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Post by 2oh5tacoma on Mar 22, 2017 15:10:20 GMT -5
I bought some Performance 80D the other week, and have been excited to try it out. Recently, I have been getting a lot of problems with bubbles/foamy top on my casts, so I have since then moved into the other part of my garage, and started storing my resin in a cabinet with a dehumidifier in it. This morning I got myself a pressure pot for the resin, and gave it a test cast, with very pleasing results. Though, when I demolded my piece, it was still soft, but almost no bubbles. Im using 1/4oz of each part of resin, for a total of 1/2 oz, when both parts are mixed. The weight of the amount of resin is about 5 grams. What Im wondering is, I left that test piece in the pressure pot for about an hour, and it was still soft around the edges. The temp is about 65*. I know the demold time is 30-60 minutes, with 100g at 75*. Since my part is so light, should I just let it cure longer? Is there anything I can do to speed up the cure time, while under pressure?
Thanks guys!
Jeff
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Post by carol - Alumilite Corp on Mar 23, 2017 15:36:57 GMT -5
Jeff,
The first thing I would suggest ... if you didn't do it is to warm your mold, prior to pouring resin into it. The mold can be warmed until it is good and warm to the touch in a microwave (NO RESIN in the mold/microwave). It is very important especially with such a small part. Heat is what speeds up the cure time Jeff. It is recommended you mix at least a half an ounce of each side to ensure you have a proper mix ratio. With small amounts of resin (1/4 oz of each side) this could be enough to affect the mix ratio and will typically result in parts that may appear darker in color, irregular curing, or parts that remain soft, that possibly may never harden.
A post cure with heat can help too, putting on a warming tray around 120-130F. It is best to always use in a room that is around 70-72F. You can try putting your piece as suggested on warming tray or in a very warm place to try and help assist the curing.
Have a great evening.
Regards,
Carol
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