[Jewelry making - Article 00067] - Re: Model Master

[Kenneth Gastineau]

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    Hello again Judie:

    I have used the Model Master and have mixed feelings about it. I
    have had success with it but do not attempt to do things with
    extreme detail. The rubber molds I have produced with the masters
    have consistently deteriorated after about 100 200 injections.

    I am planning to have some magnesium sheet etched by an
    engraving company to make some rubber molds from. I think these
    will produce more detailed masters and longer lasting rubber
    molds. However the polymer system is good for things that need a
    quick turnaround time. 

    For greater production I would investigate metal molds.

    I think there may be others on this list who have more
    experience with the polymers than I.

Kenneth Gastineau
gastin AT mis.net



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