capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 Guys I am new here, and used to pour soft plastics years ago, and now getting back into this . Is there alternative material to buy say at a local hardware store that can replace the plastisol for pouring soft plastics? Reason I ask is because I am waiting on the plastisol I've ordered, and just very curious ? Thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 Guess there is none. ? Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 Unfortunately, no. Plastisol is plastisol and there are just no other formulatons that will work. Depending on where you're located, you might try your local tackle shop(s). Some of the larger ones often carry plastic, but you have to be willing to pay over 40 bucks for a gallon as they usually only sell in small amounts. The topic of making plastisol has been discussed a few times, but it usually sizzles in a heartbeat. Seems to be a HUGE trade secret. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajan Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 Go find some old lures you have that are not Powerbaits or Gulp and cut them up in small pcs and remelt those. Might help your urgent need to test your molds LOL The addiction continues Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Lol! Hey I have a toaster oven. If I used that to heat the plastiol, how long and what temp? Also If I were to melt a few old lures , how long and what temp on them ? Thank you guys , I appreciate it a bunch ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveMc1 Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 i wouldnt suggest a toaster oven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 micro is faster and easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigLewers Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 350 degrees. If you are melting down old stuff, 320 to 330 should be good. But if you are starting out with raw plast then 350 is the mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone2long Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 I second that do not use a toaster oven the fumes you create will be highly toxic as you will surely burn the plastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Ok guys. Would it be safe to use my own microwave ? That is being that my wife would kick my ass for sure lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toadfrog Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 You can use Knox gellitin . Use one pack add four tablespoons of water 1/4 tsp corn starch . Mix dry stuff first them sift the dry into the pan with water stirring vigorously . Heat mixture it will thicken become milky then fairly clear at this point add a tsp of vinegar . Stirring all the time . when it reaches 240 of starts to make bubbles spoon it in to a mold or you can inject it even being thick . I would spray a little pam on your mold . some molds stick . If it looks to be too thick to work with add more water . Don't demold the bait for bout an hour or set it in the freezer for 15 minutes . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Ok guys. Would it be safe to use my own microwave ? That is being that my wife would kick my ass for sure lol. No don't do that. Pick one up cheap and use that. Once you use the micro you should not use it to cook food with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Appreciate you guys , and Nova ? Are you putting Glycerin in that too. ? Ok so I mix the ingredients , but if I'm heating with a microwave how woul I know when I hit 240 ? Thank you sir . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 I purposely did not mention re-heating other plastics just because of the risk involved. Never a good idea to do that unless you know for sure what type of plastic is used, additives, etc. As mentioned, Powerbait and Gulp are biggies to stay away from, or any major manufacturer........including ALL things Berkley and Zoom. Know what's in there before you have a Pyrex cup explode in the micro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt.hollis@reagan.com Posted August 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Got ya alswhorms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Appreciate you guys , and Nova ? Are you putting Glycerin in that too. ? Ok so I mix the ingredients , but if I'm heating with a microwave how woul I know when I hit 240 ? Thank you sir . I only use plastisol. As for temp; I don't worry too much about that. I go but the consistancy of the plastic. I heat in bursts. First for about 2 min and then about 30 secs with stirring after each heating; until I have what I want for pouring. I have never used a thermometer and I bet I haven't burnt more that a quart of plastisol in 25 years total. You just have to stay focused on what you are doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
