Silicone Rubber Cut Molds: Faster, Cheaper and SO MUCH BETTER.

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Күн бұрын

The simplest, easiest and best mold you can make for casting resin parts is a one-piece silicone rubber cut mold.
If you're tired of the tedious process of claying up a model to make a mold this is the video for you.
You spend forever carefully making the clay dam around the model - pouring the first half in rubber, waiting for it to cure - removing the clay and cleaning up the model - putting on release agent and pouring the second half - waiting for it to cure - then taking the mold apart.
Only then you discover that the parting line is long, clunky and oh, so hard to clean up. What a pain!
There has to be a better way - and there is!
Cut molds are simple, fast and make the absolute best possible parting lines.
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Check out Crazy Al Evans on his website. www.tikimania.com
and his KZfaq Channel. / crazyalevans .
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Would you like to mold and cast something but have no idea how to start? Send pics of your project to me and maybe I’ll do it as a KZfaq video.
Here’s a .pdf with the info:
www.dropbox.com/s/pjb0l6fr7zj...

Пікірлер: 913

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Here is a link to a downloadable PDF file with a list of the rubber, resins and waxes I use in my videos: www.dropbox.com/s/kz6mhmf7v5vpy7l/Material%20and%20Suppliers.pdf?dl=0

@yapandasoftware 3 жыл бұрын

Wonhung Tiki

@isabellrc 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 4 the PDF

@Rexen1995 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TheDreamSyndicateArts 3 жыл бұрын

Just grabbed this list- thanks! I've been using Smooth-On products, but they're so pricey that I think I need to find alternatives.

@tylerbarr7205 3 жыл бұрын

You. Sir, you are a gentleman and a scholar. I for one can say this molder to be greatly appreciates you!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Been 3D printing since 1998. I love it. Back in those days the machines were very expensive so you sent the files out to be printed.

@dyscea 3 жыл бұрын

It was a thing? I thought it was impressive that this “new tech” was so affordable to the casual, home artist.

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

@@dyscea Home printing is relatively new. In the late 90’s there were service bureaus that would print your files. But they were very expensive prints. I first used them for making toy prototypes for Star Wars kid’s meal toys. The characters we hand sculpted but the machines, robots, speeders etc. we modeled in CAD and printed on 3D machines. I’m a character sculptor, mold making is integral to my business but not the main focus of my studio.

@sw8398 3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertTolone Very Cool, I did my Uni Thesis on the LOM RP system back in 1995, the Hypothesis , (just a Uni thing, doesnt matter if it fails or not, its the idea that counts) was using hemp paper to make stronger models, i made a system that could layer the material, the hemp paper, like a laminate...so my claim to fame, if the F1 cars use, carbon fibre 3d prints, i was the first !!! ...how do you like the Fordom wax pen?, does it last a while, good value?

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

@@sw8398 I’ve had my Foredom Wax pen for at least 10 years; it has done a good job for me.

@SAMZIRRA 3 жыл бұрын

I believe 3d and 4d printing will be among the most important inventions in human history. Especially now that scientists can print food. Imagine a ship lands on Mars. It sends out a rover which builds a structure, like a robot garage. It then mines its building materials from the planet. Now it can build a base. However, it could use some assistamce. It prints another rover, who prints another rover. They build bases for the human to reside in. and so on...

@louwhite4036 Жыл бұрын

With restaurant exhaust duct we can't have pin holes. A good test is use your pen light through that center hole with lights off. :)

@chwenhoou 2 жыл бұрын

The CrafsMan Steady Craftin recommended your channel. I am amazed at your craftmanship, Robert. You're the high school shop teacher I never had. ^_^

@TherealSam561 3 ай бұрын

🤯🤩

@carlyfox9043 3 жыл бұрын

I just found your Chanel, you made me feel like I was 8years old again working with my pop in his shed. Subscribed

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Carly. Thanks for watching.

@batman2925 3 жыл бұрын

pop?

@carlyfox9043 3 жыл бұрын

@@batman2925 grandfather, in Australia we call them pop

@batman2925 3 жыл бұрын

@@carlyfox9043 ty

@MarcyMckeefer 3 жыл бұрын

Probably the number one thing I would chose to do if I could go back in time.

@michaelosmon 3 жыл бұрын

It’s interesting that I was in my shop this morning having trouble with a lighter because of the cold. I started designing a “hotbox” in my head to keep things warm that need to be kept warm, then I came back to the house for breakfast. I’m watching your video and you put your mold in your fridge which you called a hotbox and instantly I realized I overcomplicate things lol. I have a bunch of gutter heaters in my work truck that we use to keep enclosures from freezing in the winter, it has an automatic thermostat set at about 50 I think. Otherwise an old fridge would be a perfect solution and save me many hours and dollars. Thank you sir

@ImAMusingForYou 3 жыл бұрын

New to your channel. Love what you do and how thorough your commentary is while you share your skill set with the world. You’re inspiring me to get creative on a different level

@YourSuperProductsReviewed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a wonderful demo!

@lostxj 3 жыл бұрын

One of the informative episodes of "The Red Green Show" I have ever seen.

@stevesharkey6426 3 жыл бұрын

If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.

@thejkyle 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevesharkey6426 words to live by. Keep yer stick on the ice!

@ericmoody3944 2 жыл бұрын

I knew his voice sounded familiar....

@desktorp 2 жыл бұрын

didn't dawn on me until I read this comment and now I can't unhear it

@Vespora_Art 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a ton of videos on moldmaking, and this was by far one of the easiest to follow and practical in the steps taken! Thank you so much for making the time to share your experience. Also, LOVED the hot box. What an awesome idea!

@Rime_Di_Michelangelo 3 жыл бұрын

This just popped up in my KZfaq Homepage. I don't know why but 1 minute in and it looks interesting as hell, let's go!

@playerrainernrc5273 2 жыл бұрын

I love a balance used outside a school lab setting. Feels vintage but authentic

@TheGoreCollection 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching your process and I've mostly stuck with square and rectangular two-part molds. Never thought about the even distribution with a cylinder mold. Thank you for the tip.

@greenteagod 3 жыл бұрын

First video of yours I've watched, and hot damn this info is exactly what I've been needing. From the technique this video was showing, but also your pressure chambers and the hot box, all of it. Great stuff man.

@sadatharoon 3 жыл бұрын

beautiful, man i wish i could hire you to mold and cast my projects!

@cyberneticwarmachine 3 жыл бұрын

You can just hear the experience in the video. So much useful and on point information. Thank you for making this!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@THEJR-of5tf 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you. The way you used a jagged cut to split the mould was inspired. and makes perfect sense.

@crazy_tulip1552 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and I’m so glad I did. This was so interesting. I’m not sure what this profession is called, but it looks like a lot of fun!

@bugglesman 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - you ooze experience. Looking to get into casting and I'm feeling more excited than ever while watching this.

@heyimamaker 3 жыл бұрын

I had to check and see if you were Canadain because you reminded me so much of Steve Smith from the Red Green show 😄 Looking forward to watching more!

@jungsomewhat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very interesting, always nice to see a close up of the casting and a side by side comparison ...

@MarianaLux 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video ~ Thank you for your hardwork and showcasing your abilities and teaching us !

@RobertTolone 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I appreciate it very much.

@mistydownes6890 3 жыл бұрын

Also, I meant to thank you for pointing out how expensive mold making materials are! Great tips for measuring the mold mixture and the resin. When I see a video where they mix a whole container of mold compound for a small mold, I don’t trust them!

@MrsEarth-pf4cr Жыл бұрын

I've been making molds for a few years and I've learned a lot from this video. Thank you

@tybrady4598 16 күн бұрын

Very interesting! I’m surprised how simply the silicone mold is cut in half. I always figured it would be much more complicated and would need to somehow catch the exact outer most edges. I guess that’s a big advantage of using a mold that is bendable and can stretch some.

@ItsALizzyFish 2 жыл бұрын

Love the idea of using cardboard and beeswax for a mold box! I've been using corrugated plastic stuck together with hot glue, but it feels so wasteful (both of the plastic and of the rubber, since it's hard to make round boxes that way!)

@ambergardnerthequeen7842 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been studying trying to find out how to create a mold and you helped me with everything thank you so much !

@RobertTolone 2 жыл бұрын

Glad my video helped you Amber. Thanks for watching!

@samussherman3569 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work, sir! I cannot wait to get back to casting again

@valentinacoppola4370 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mr. Robert, thanks for such good content! You're a master at what you do!!

@coolcalmandcollected7907 3 жыл бұрын

Had me tickled with the unfortunate spot 🤣 And then 😲ripped the feet off! I guess you win some and you lose some 🤣

@renee1503 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the tutorial. This was perfect. 🥰

@KB-caK8 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel...this is an awesome video. Educational, thorough explanations, each step presented in detail. I thought I knew a little bit about how to cast and I was right. I knew a very little bit. Looking forward to viewing more of your work.

@CaptainKnots 3 жыл бұрын

This was so much fun to watch man! I've made just a couple of simple molds in my time and I'm really impressed by all this! Thanks for sharing your hard earned wisdom!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@kaityoshea2073 3 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks so much! I'd done some experiments with two part and a cut block mold and also found the cut block molds to be better. Nice to see I'm not the only one!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

No doubt Kaity. Cut molds are better in so many situations!

@lanceanthony198 2 жыл бұрын

I love the crude work setup. This is a true working man’s workshop

@TheRealChimera Жыл бұрын

You've helped me so much with mold making I'm putting my own figures on my website now because of you. I can't thank you enough!

@chinupduck4849 3 жыл бұрын

can't wait to find out what i'm here for

@w4shep 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video and learned a lot! You have a wonderful teaching style making each step of each process very understandable. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience! You've earned a new sub & like from me 👍🏼🙂

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@patstats1 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely learned a lot! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@wellington66440 Жыл бұрын

I've seen so many videos on this subject and this channel is by far the most informative. it prevents you from so many mistakes. thank you!

@R_Kurogami 3 жыл бұрын

I learnt one thing: wax is everything !

@jbray250 3 жыл бұрын

Nobody: Robert (pointing at his junk): THAT part of the anatomy

@solensovida 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahah I thought the same. Thats why I liked the video

@powell117 Жыл бұрын

One of the best tutorial videos on any subject I've ever watched on KZfaq. Nice work sir.

@violadabratsche4914 2 жыл бұрын

I love the dad energy, very comforting

@thevdevitor 3 жыл бұрын

Charismatic old man that does awesome arts and crafts. Totally subscribed

@michaelholmes2101 3 жыл бұрын

Hello again Robert, when you put he resin filled mould in the tank, was that another de gassing tank ?

@darksunrise957 3 жыл бұрын

Considering the lid is positioned to push out from the inside, it's a pressure vessel, which is generally used to reduce bubbles in casting because it crushes the air bubbles so small so that you can't even see them any more. Or so I remember hearing.

@sowellfan 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I was wondering the same thing. Weird how vacuum and pressure are both used to reduce bubbles, but in different contexts.

@martinoconnor4314 Жыл бұрын

I have no idea why this video came up in my recommended vids but I'm so glad it did. I have never seen such a well thought out tutorial as this with absolutely everything explained. Thanks!

@cryptidcutiestudios 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I just found your channel and I really enjoy your videos. You have a really good energy ☺️

@Freigeist20789 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be useful, after filling the mold form to once again do the vaccuum chamber. To remove any introduced air by the dripping?

@mrc8308 3 жыл бұрын

Yes this is what I do. Actually I skip the inital degass and just degass the rubber in the mould. You do have to make the mould box/tube much taller though, as the rubber rises in the vaccum chamber. If Robert had degassed this mould quite some rubber would have been lost over the sides.

@kohtaosunrise7354 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, what is the last chamber ? pressure or vacuum ? thank you. very informative

@airriflemaniac 2 жыл бұрын

Has to be pressure based on the way the lid is.

@slackdave 3 жыл бұрын

Another unexpected youtube suggestion, but entertaining. I'd like to do some stuff like this!!

@TheCatatonicAngel 3 жыл бұрын

I've spent DAYS looking for good content for casting molds. THIS is amazing, thanks my guy!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found my channel. Thanks for watching!

@Larry 2 жыл бұрын

Could you use zip ties or velcro straps rather than rubber bands to hold the mould? would they be more accurate for pressure?

@Gundalow 2 жыл бұрын

Hello you! Fancy meeting you here! The only reason as to why I personally wouldn't use those two would be having to cut the velcro to size, making it useless for larger molds, and zip ties are 1 time use, as opposed to rubber bands being a little more reusable and versatile, but other than that I see no reason as to why they wouldn't work.

@foxtopuscreations6046 2 жыл бұрын

Larry I swear I randomly run into you somewhere online everyday, you're becoming a comment section staple. Anyway you could use a perfectly sized hard container if you really wanted it perfectly pressurised. I noticed when using zip ties it's easy to either under or over tighten the mold compared to rubber bands, but everyone has different methods. Try and see what works for you!

@Ghryst 2 жыл бұрын

you really need a solid mold clamp, preferably the one that the mold was created in... but this amateur destroyed it. recommend you stay away from this bad advice. 2 part molds produce far superior casts, which is why the extra step was invented in the first place. it wasnt just done to make the job harder

@foxtopuscreations6046 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ghryst there are benefits to both one and two part molds, it's unfair to say one is better for everything compared to the other. Also this guy's definitely not an amateur.

@Ghryst 2 жыл бұрын

@@foxtopuscreations6046 there are no benefits to hacking up a perfectly good mold in such an unprofessional manner, hence then "amateur". protip: "old" and /or "experienced" does not equate to "not amateur" Amateur: noun: 2. a person who is incompetent or inept at a particular activity. adj, 2. done in an incompetent or inept way.

@moodberry 3 жыл бұрын

Loved seeing you do this, but one question: What is the "tank" for that you put it into after pouring the resin?

@mattstokes9624 3 жыл бұрын

It is a pressure tank. Any remaining air bubbles are compressed so that they are eliminated. If you did it in the vacuum chamber it could bubble over.

@LaZieGoblin 3 жыл бұрын

@@mattstokes9624 Doesn't that cause issues later? Since they could still be trapped inside the model.

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Once the resins is cured it locks the bubble in the resin and they don’t cause problems.

@MrStickykey 3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertTolone what psi is needed to eliminate the bubbles?

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrStickykey I run my tanks at around 50 psi but I have never really tested what the minimum psi requirement is.

@vincentrobinson2994 2 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal video and your narrating was engaging the whole way through! I'm definitely a new regular to your channel now so thank you :D

@fishfoodface9681 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic lesson! Thank you

@chaosordeal294 3 жыл бұрын

"Sneak up on the old B."

@rushaa123 3 жыл бұрын

I watched that WHOLE VIDEO... and you didn’t even show the thing up close at the end.

@edwardmurray2284 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, many interesting techniques I dont see any other mold makers on KZfaq using.

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Edward. Thanks for watching!

@saalness9173 3 жыл бұрын

I knew nothing about this before I watched the video but it was very nice. Good job!

@capuchinosofia4771 Жыл бұрын

This is a fantastic video! Thank you so much for making it!

@jessemartinez6781 3 жыл бұрын

I got everything I needed from this. Time to manufacture 😎

@SebaOPL 3 жыл бұрын

That was an awesome thing to learn. Thank you!

@GraceMKelly 3 жыл бұрын

You are a real artist... from Aiken South Carolina !, I like your work thank you for sharing.. 😄😊😸👍

@Animal_House_Prints 8 ай бұрын

I just got a resin printer and have been scouring KZfaq for tips, I stumbled across your channel and even tho it’s not exactly what I was looking for I’m glad I found it cause it’s very enjoyable, entertaining and informative. I can’t wait to enjoy the rest of your content.

@stevesloan6775 2 жыл бұрын

“Something out of it.” Understatement..! Inspiration to do my first mould.. is a special something🤜🏼🤛🏼😎🇦🇺🍀🍀🍀🤓

@alphanumericskeptic 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting work. Thanks for sharing!

@hughmcgown 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow I have dabbled in this but so inspiring to see the next level, never shopping at Barnes again hahaha

@GramOfAdderall 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very informative and chill video. Learned a lot!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your nice comment!

@yagomaligne 3 жыл бұрын

i'm making some figures soon, thank you for your video Robert, greetings from Barcelona.

@MAsWorld1 3 жыл бұрын

I respect you for resisting the temptation to show the cutting of the sprue, you are a true gentleman

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

That sprue has provoked a LOT of commentary. 😀

@kenicg 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent and very informative video. Answered many of my questions for my special project. Thanks for taking the time and trouble to share.

@michaelosmon 3 жыл бұрын

You could totally pull off Rudy Giuliani for Halloween lol. This is cool information, thanks for sharing sir

@ig7002 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, you convinced me. I'm going to make a cut mold! I appreciated this video. Thank you!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Give it a try, it works!

@krzysztofmathews738 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration. Very clear and engaging.

@kellymilne7273 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant video. I scoured Google and TikTok for advice on how to get a successful, reusable mold for a polymer clay figurine I’m making. Your video was methodical and knowledgeable without being boring or dragging on ⭐️

@christianfriedrichs 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! The quality of this video makes it seem, like you have a million more subscribers. You are awesome!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christian. Yes please, I’ll take a million more subscribers!

@dianeharris2687 4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed it. Thanks.

@herrlogan17 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you!

@sirenofsound 2 ай бұрын

I did get something out of it! Thank you! I'm not new to casting but I am certainly new to 3D printing and I suppose making the "negatives"? Impressions? Can never remember the term. But I do love it and it's so much fun! Thank you for the info! 💚💚🧜‍♀🧜‍♀💜💜

@ctdenison4285 3 жыл бұрын

Well I stumbled upon your channel and I was riveted to seeing what would happen. Now I have to see what you made.

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Here’s the playlist for that character: kzfaq.info/sun/PLIy8UDigJ_ymNiL_17BzoVZu1jJcvYRrD

@richardwright5947 2 жыл бұрын

Great, easy to follow instructional video. Thank you for sharing.

@tdeuce7 3 жыл бұрын

you are a national treasure! I can't wait to use the skills I've learned from you to make my own molds.

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Taryn!

@regretarbor8579 3 жыл бұрын

Great info!....Thanks for teaching. Love the arms on the fridge. Ha ha ha

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

A friend gave me a bunch of those arms. They stick on with really powerful magnets. I put them on several tools!

@johnburrows7938 9 ай бұрын

You sir, are a true artist, people should respect the old school, this is old school cool! Perfect!

@turbulent-582 8 ай бұрын

best video of understandable explanations, no useless unnecessary talk, thank you and best of luck to you

@AlistreWinters 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you so much for the time you took to make things easily understandable for all levels of casting. Your channel is awesome, have a great day.

@RobertTolone 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jayden!

@lucianolizana446 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your advice! i'm just starting, so your experience is very helpul!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video useful Luciano!

@angelazeigler2904 3 жыл бұрын

Priceless tutorial! Thank you!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Angela!

@keeleycarrigan Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Almost all the mold tutorials I see are for two part molds. Great video and explanation

@shoot2killfilms 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being such an amazing teacher and sharing your knowledge with the world

@RobertTolone 2 жыл бұрын

It's my pleasure Jacque, thanks for watching!

@sharitumlinson3747 2 жыл бұрын

I am a learner. 🙂 You taught me something today. Thank you.

@susanbishop2939 Ай бұрын

Thank you !!!

@jasonhemphill8525 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Robert! Subbed!

@PeranMe 2 жыл бұрын

This was great, thank you so much for sharing!

@J0nnyTheJ3w 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. I'm just getting into casting myself, and you are a blessing. Liked and subscribed. Cheers!

@RobertTolone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@8Robba 2 жыл бұрын

I do not know why this came up in my recommendations, but I did struggle with moldcasting in my youth until I had to give up on them. As I saw your video-title it gave me some hope! And the video did not dissapoint! Thank you!

@makingcookingfixing Жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert for your videos. I just started making silicone molds and resin castings, I uploaded 2 videos about it, would love your input, but especially on the vacuum pulling. Thank you!