CaliLipRipper Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Hey fellas, I'm very new to pouring so new in fact that I haven't even poured my first plastic! I've been scrolling through these forums for a couple weeks now and have learned a lot from all you knowledgable folk. I've read tons of articles that I found on the web and have gathered a pretty basic list of materials that I need, but wanted some real input before I spend the money. So my question is what are the absolute necessities to get me started? Tools, materials and anything else y'all can come up with would really help me out! If it helps with the list I'd really like to start with a stick worm (senko) and I'm leaning towards injection style (unless that's not the way to go). My heating source will be a microwave. Also if someone can steer me towards the search engine on this forum that would help a ton otherwise I just go page by page till I find something related. Thanks for any input - Lane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliLipRipper Posted September 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 anyone have any input? Any uncommon tools you found useful or maybe something you find yourself wanting to get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apdriver Posted September 11, 2015 Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 I sent you a PM but if you are leaning towards injection molding, of course you'll need an injector. I reccomend a 6 ounce. My first injector was the three ounce and it became too small pretty quick. Plastisol, colorant, and glitter. Some safety equipment: gloves, safety glasses, if you don't have good ventilation a respirator. The fumes are pretty nasty stuff. Something to heat your plastic in. Most use Pyrex cups. There is a silicone cup that works nicely. The last thing I would recommend is a infrared thermometer. I use mine extensively and every time I heat plastisol. Takes the guesswork out. You can get one pretty reasonably from harbor freight. Mine has worked well and is several years old from there. Good luck in your new hobby. Be safe and have fun.......Bill... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRammit Posted September 11, 2015 Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 Hi and welcome! Im guessing youve already picked out the basics you plan to buy.. A few over looked things to add would be: -Thermometer.. Not essential, but a big help -Extra pyrex cup.. So you dont have to wait for cooling when changing colors -Some sort of mold release.. Pam (cooking spray) works great, many here use it -Plastic bags to keep your scraps in, they can be re-melted over n over -A note pad to write down your color recipes -And i wish i had a hot plate, i get by without one but waste a lot of time reheating between pours Not sure about the molds, i make my own so i have no clue what's the best to buy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBehr Posted September 11, 2015 Report Share Posted September 11, 2015 The Do-it starter kits are a good value and get you started with quality equipment. The Essential plastic is a really forgiving plastic to start with. http://store.do-itmolds.com/Kit--Injection-Wacky_p_337.html I would strongly recommend their digital thermometer (most "problems" are caused by the plastic not getting hot enough...or too hot). Get a good pair of heat resistant gloves (from Do-it or Home Depot) ...Safety first! The Do-it kit includes the gloves Read up on all of the forums about safety ....350 degree plastic is HOT! It's a fantastic hobby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basseducer Posted September 12, 2015 Report Share Posted September 12, 2015 Hey Kirt, when can we fix this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archery1 Posted September 14, 2015 Report Share Posted September 14, 2015 good info above. might I add. never heat food with the micro that you use for heating plastcs either. buy a cheap 1 at yard sale etc. and desinate it just for doin plastics.never sit your pyrex cup on metal after is hot. i use the glass swizel stix off of ebay for mixing my plastics. HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE. it's a wonderful thing catchin fish on something u created!!!! like as said above do-it , or m-f manufacturing, i think lure craft has a kit also. but i hate their website. takes an hour to find what u need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonteSS Posted September 15, 2015 Report Share Posted September 15, 2015 I have a Bears 5" stick mold and Jacobs injector for $100. Good starter pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
