bodfish Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 Hey guys, What is your preferred model or prototype carving material? I have been using polycarbonates like lexan but I am looking for something a bit harder (for more detail and better surface polishing). I have experimented with resins but have had trouble with heat distortion and fracturing during the carving and shaping process. Jewellers wax is great for detail but a bit hard to handle and temp sensitive. Your thoughts? bodfish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wchilton Posted April 20, 2012 Report Share Posted April 20, 2012 One that I like a lot is hard urethane casting resin. The one I've used is from aeromarineproducts.com. It's a transparent tan color when first mixed and cures to an off-white opaque color in about 5 or ten minutes. It can be polished, but I usually just get it smooth/nonpolished and then dip in clear floorwax for a shiny surface. Keep it sealed up well, it can form bubbles if it absorbs too much water from the air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
