How To Use EasyCast Casting Resin
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ก.ค. 2017
- Resin expert Mylene Hillam demonstrates how to work with EasyCast Clear Casting Epoxy. She shows you the tools you'll need, what molds to use and how to prepare them, the double cup mixing technique for perfect blending, adding inclusions and colorants to the resin, pouring, demolding and shares project ideas. EasyCast is a two component, low odor, solvent free, clear casting epoxy that is ideal for casting small pieces such as jewelry and cabinet knobs. It can be colored with Castin' Craft pigments and dyes and is perfect for embedding objects.
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Thank you *so* much for this. I recycled the box last year and didn't realise the ratio wasn't on the bottles. This is the only place i've found that has the ratio, and I appreciate it so much
Great! Enjoy! :)
Oh my goodness... I love this video! It's simple & easy to go along with in a short amountof time. Not once did I have to fast forward! Every part of this video is useful & helpful.
Bought a kit at tap plastics back in March and was old materials. The pieces cast are still gummy to this day
Yes it was mixed throughly!
Can I use a UV Led lamp with this product?
You can...but it won't do anything. This is 2-part resin which cures with time after mixing. UV resin is what you're looking for.
Hi I have to mix this easy cast. I need maybe all of the 16oz just to be safe I have enough. You said I need to mix no more than 6oz at a time. So does that mean I can’t do 8oz and 8oz then transfer to second cups for double mix. Then finally pour them into the mold? In this scenario I would 4 mixing cups and 4 stir sticks?
Hi, it's recommended that you cast no more than 6 oz per cast.
Hi, is it possible to fill the mold half way, let it cure for a bit, and add a second layer on top and fully cure? Or do you recommend a different Resin?
Yes, you can add another layer as you described. You'll want to make sure that the total pour is 6 ounces or less.
Do you buy new measuring cups each time or are you able to wash them out after mixing? And if so what do you want the measuring cups out with?
It's recommended to use a new, clean cup for each mix .
Hi there! :) I'm new at this - I'm interested in using the EasyCast Clear Casting Epoxy to set objects in a ~16oz glass container. Instead of using a mold, I was just going to pour my mix directly into the glass and place my objects using a stick. Do you know if it'll harden correctly in a glass container? It also says that it's designed for a max single cast of 6oz or less. If I mix it in 6oz increments, do I need to wait for it to dry before I add in another 6oz? If so, will the layers I poured it in show through like visible lines?
Yes you may pour EasyCast into a glass container. If you want to see the layers then you will wait for the previous layer to dry. If you do not want to see the layers you must simply wait for the previous layer to gel (which may take up to two hours) and then you would pour your next layer. If you are casting items into the glass container you want to wait for a layer to gel and place your items on that sticky surface before pouring the next layer.
Does anyone know how I can make a black background over a clear resin. Which product should I use? I'm doing crushed opals in the clear part with a black background. Would appreciate any help with this.
I know your comment is a year old but you could pour your clear resin with opals into your mold first. Then after a couple hours once the resin is set you can pour a thin layer of black resin on top. There is a black castin’ craft pigment you could use. You could also do this vice versa depending.
hi! i am new to resin and i'm facing some issues which i hope you could help me with.
i bought the exact same resin as the one shown (easycast clear casting resin) and i'm using plastic molds from EasyCast as well. the problem i face is that it is really hard (and sometimes, almost impossible) to remove my hardened resin from the plastic mold. when i first tried it, i managed to get some out (those turned out fine, except that the surface is a little matte though, not sure if that's supposed to happen), but one of it is still stuck.
this was when i learnt about the mold release and decided to get a bottle (i also got another easycast plastic mold). i guess you could say i didn't let it dry fully before pouring in my resin mixture, but even so, i still cant get my resin out of the (new) plastic mold! it looks really easy in the video, but for some reason, i can't get mine to pop out like that.
i've tried the EasyCast resin with regular silicone molds and it works really well; it just doesn't pop out easily whenever i used the plastic molds and i was hoping you could help me with this? with regard to the mixing, i've mixed it with the 1:1 ratio and stirred/mixed for 3 minutes. the only thing i didn't do is the double mixing.
also, i was wondering, do you reuse your measuring cups? if you do, how do you clean the resin off the cups? i can't seem to clean them off entirely so i have to keep using new cups.
sorry for the lengthy question but i really hope you could help me out. thanks in advance! :)
Hello!
When working with our polypropylene plastic molds the mold release and conditioner is necessary. First I gently shake the bottle before spraying my mold. I go through each cavity with my gloved hand to make certain it is coated. Then I tip it over on a protected surface to let any excess drip out while it dries. Once it is dry I repeat the process and let it dry overnight. Now I am ready to cast.
Try putting the molds you have, with the cured pieces that will not release, into the freezer for about ten minutes or so. This may help them release, it’s worth a shot.
Let me go through with you the recommended way to mix your EasyCast. I use two plastic disposable cups with a smooth wall and flat bottom and two tongue depressor style stir sticks. The cups have one ounce increments on the outside up to eight ounces. For your application mix no more than 6 ounces of EasyCast at once. Into cup #1 I add the resin to the 3 ounce line; then I add the hardener to the 6 ounce line. Now I know I have equal parts of each component in my first cup and I stir the two components together for two full minutes. Then I pour the partially mixed contents into my second clean cup and with a clean stick I stir again for another full minute. Now I am done stirring so I throw away cup #1 and both sticks. I am ready to pour from cup #2 which I then throw away. The double blend method is recommended to keep you from having sticky or soft casts due to the two components not being completely combined.
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I had that problem and I placed the mold in the freezer for 10 minutes. It popped right out.
Hello I wanted to ask if I can use this as like a finish for a phone case? And how long do you think if would take to cure ?
Envirotex Lite would be better for that type of project: eti-usa.com/envirotex-lite/
but how does it handle small and thin pieces?
My hardener has turned dark, can I still use it?
Yes, you can still use it. The color will not affect the performance.
Do you think that a plastic model could be embedded in that stuff?
Hi, can you describe the material used for the model if known and the size of the piece?
I'm very curious if anyone can help me understand why it needs to be mixed in 2 seperate containers. I get it's because of a chemical reaction, but why doesn't it just happen in the first cup?
Where did you get those gold leaf flakes?
You can find them in craft stores or on Amazon.
I just used some of this tonight, and only made up a small amount, about 10ml. The odor was super strong, and I can smell it all over the house. I was informed it didn't have an odor, which is one of the reasons I bought it. Should I be wearing a respirator with this brand?
I would since you said it was super strong.Depending where you live you can buy a mask with filter from a home improvement store or Amazon under resin mask recommended.
We recommend working in a very well ventilated area or using a respirator.
Hello! Does easy cast yellows over time?
If I colour it completely will the yellowing be seen?
If I colour it but u can still see through will the yellowing be seen?
(Sorry for my bad English, hope you understood)
I know this comment is old, but for future reference and anyone else asking this:
When I bought mine, the hardener was already yellow. Keep in mind: the yellow is very noticeable because it's concentrated in the bottle.
It should be diluted when mixed with the resin. The project will have a slightly yellow tint especially if clear, but mixing in pigments and dyes makes it less noticeable.
Yes, the box now states it will yellow over time. However, if you are adding color to make it opaque, this won't be a problem.
do i have to use a respirator?
It's recommended.
How long is the pot time with using this easy cast? It does not say anywhere on any tutorials or any information I have gathered on the internet. I am getting an order in the mail today and still do not know. Also, it says it is clear. The seller told me in an email that it is not clear. It is an amber yellow color. Is hers old or is it not clear? Also, she said it does not harden as hard as most resin epoxies. Is this a soft cure resin epoxy? I know that is a lot of questions but I really do need some answers. Thanks
Hello there, we are so sorry for the delay in this answer. We didn't have access to our TH-cam channel for over a year. It will yellow over time as all epoxies will. It does harden to hard cure... the time can vary based on depth of the pour, humidity and temperature. Again we're sorry it took so long for you to get an answer!
I did just as you did in this video and my molds have turned out spongy and extremely bubbled. No amount of hair dryer, blowing through a straw, or small flame got rid of them. The molds come out looking worse then swish cheese. Help! What did I do wrong?
Hi, can you give us more info about your project? What type of mold is being used? Are you embedding objects, adding color or additives, casting clear? How was the resin and hardener measured prior to mixing? How long was it mixed? Any other details you can provide would be helpful to get to the root of the issue. Thanks!
Are you mixing too fast? And is the item you’re embedding, if any, sealed so no air escapes it?
So it’s double the hardener I mean it’s 3onz in the video so 2 of them it’s hardener and one of resin?
She poured 1.5oz in the cup then 1.5oz of the other in the same cup to =3oz total.
Can this be used to cover a tumbler
Hi, we don't recommend EasyCast for coating drinking glasses.
ETI Video thank you
What is the A ratio
Can you tell me which mould should I use
Hi, you can use silicone, latex, or HDPE plastic molds (high density polyethylene).
@@ETIVideo do you have a mold release alternative such as vasline or baby oil to prep the mold im affraid my project won't release and mold release is expensive
Hi, our first preference is our Mold Release & Conditioner but you can use Pam cooking spray as a release agent.
Hello, You said that after 24 hours it will be a soft cast. Does that mean that i can confidently bend it into a shape i want without it being sticky?
Hi, EasyCast will reach a "soft cure" after 24 hours under temps of 70-85 degrees F. At this point the material will mostly cured and no longer be tacky. However, in most applications it wouldn't be pliable. Can you describe your project a little more and we can give a more definitive answer?
Oh, I used silicone jewelry molds, also a silicone bracelet mold
This is my first time ever using resin
So this is my testing time
In one of the molds I put glitter and the other I put tiny beads
Also what do you do if you have been mixing for 2 minutes but after that it still needs more mixing (using the exact 1 to 1 ration of course)
If you're casting full pieces it's not very likely that you'll have much if any pliability after 24 hours. If you feel your mix isn't blended well enough after two minutes go ahead and mix a minute or so longer.
No respirator needed?
Can I use this to paint over wood to seal and smooth out the surface?
Hi, can you describe your project and the wood you're trying to smooth out a little more? Depending on the voids or imperfections in the wood you could use EasyCast to fill each of them in. If you're going to coat a larger surface we'd probably recommend our Envirotex Lite epoxy coating. But if you could describe your application we'll be better able to assist. Thanks
Does this cure hard enough to turn on a wood lathe?
Yes, you can turn EasyCast on a lathe.
I wish I had found your tutorial BEFORE I used the stuff because the extra stir time isn't indicated anywhere in the instructions.
With that being said, I won't be using Easy Cast (which isn't cheap to begin with) ever again, since even after following the directions & doing everything to the letter my objects still haven't cured. I poured the stuff over 2 wks ago. The molds I used must now be replaced since I can't even remove the resin from them.
Hi, we're sorry that you've had problems with the product. We want to help so that you can be successful with your project. Please contact our technical department for assistance at 800-368-9323 or email mail@eti-usa.com. Our technician, will be able to help you work through your issue. She'll need to gather more info about your project to properly assist you.
Thank you, not a response I was expecting & I appreciate the offer. I will do as you suggest. Resin, in any form, is more my husbands 'go to' product.
I have found that most epoxy resin sets up a lot faster if you set it out in the bright sun for a few hours.
Robbin Lynn Spencer-Buchtel Hi Robbin. My instruction sheet was very clear that it needed to be mixed again in another cup. Read them again. It’s possible you just missed it. This casting resin is very good and doesn’t stink like their other product. I found it easy to use as a first timer. Maybe give it another go?
Compared to Polyester resin, how much odor does this give off. My family couldn’t sh*t up about even a small amount of polyester resin I used without incident, even outside, because they say they can still smell the resin.
How much odor does Epoxy resin give?
It's very faint, especially in comparison to the Polyester.
Is this Epoxy food safe ?
It is approved for contact with food when fully cured.
@@ETIVideo thank you! 😊
Damn at the arm hair
Don’t comment if you don’t have anything nice to say
At 2:55 it look like a lil poopoo
FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST DO NOT GET THIS SHIT ON YOUR HANDS. I USED EVERY METHOD ON THE INTERNET AND IT DIDN’T COME OFF.