Zbutt v2: Overview and cloning silicone molds (part 1)

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A new series where I show you how I use the Zbutt artisan keycap casting system!
This video covers Zbutt v2! If you're choosing to use v1 instead, check out FiscalRascal's amazing videos!
In this video, I go over what the different Zbutt v2 parts are, and how to clone them. We'll be creating silicone molds of all of these parts, so you can create resin copies of them!
In this video, I'm using moldstar 30 (which is my preferred silicone for cloning and mold making).
As always, please leave any questions/feedback/comments down below! I try to answer all of them.
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█ Looking for part 2 in my Zbutt v2 series? • Zbutt v2: Resin castin...
VIDEO CHAPTERS
00:00 What is Zbutt?
00:29 Parts Overview
01:24 Cloning the stem cavity!
03:46 Demolding the stem cavity
05:18 Cleaning up the mold
05:40 Cloning the master and sculpting bases
06:44 Cloning the reservoir topper (properly)
07:16 Ending & Thanks!!!
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- Zbutt website: www.zappycappys.com/
🎵 Music used in this video: "Chill Day" by LAKEY INSPIRED
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- Chill Day By LAKEY INSPIRED is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
☛ Note: I am not affiliated with any of the products shown in this video. I am simply showing what I like to use! There are other options available, so definitely do your own research and find what's best for you!!!
#artisankeycaps #silicone #keycaps #Zbutt

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@KiwiKeebs 3 жыл бұрын

I literally just did my first mould with the V2 and have been looking for videos on and cosmo uploads this! Perfect timing :)

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! glad I could help!!!

@kinda-hungry 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. ^^ I just found your channel and wanted to say you make such helpful videos! Can't wait to see more artisan making content :D

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

Np!!! Glad I could help!!!

@julialee454 3 жыл бұрын

what an amazing video cosmo blown away once again

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

thank u my #1 subscribor

@taimaishublm 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for all the info!

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

Np!!!! Thanks for watching!

@Dan-nw6tw 3 жыл бұрын

Yooo this video is so helpful, I didn’t even know you could do this. Keep up the fire vids. (Also I have a question, how long does usually shipping take for z butt molds to come in? Iv been waiting awhile)

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!! Hmm.. my zbutt v2 pro kit took around 2-3 weeks until it arrived!

@Shibzahara 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Thank you for making such a helpful video! I had a question regarding the curing process. I've read that a vacuum chamber is needed for minimizing bubbles but saw that you were using a pressure pot instead. does that mean a vacuum chamber is unnecessary? Thanks!

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!! So.. IMO you don't need a vacuum chamber. Most of the keycap makers I've seen tend to use a pressure pot for both the silicone and resins.

@Shibzahara 2 жыл бұрын

@@CosmoCaps I see! Thank you for the swift response!

@scorpio2t 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! 🦾🍻👍 can you make a stick with a small epoxy ball at the end of it to replace your tooth picks to release the air bubbles? Maybe put your logo in the stick even 😂

@CosmoCaps 11 ай бұрын

Interesting idea!

@stevenduncan4305 3 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!

@79shanty Жыл бұрын

What stem have you used in this vides. Regular or recessed. I would like to buy one, but I'm confused with that. Thanks.

@CosmoCaps 11 ай бұрын

I have the regular one! I'm actually not too sure on the exact differences between the two. Would be best to join the Z-butt discord and ask there!

@gaijinchamploo4675 3 жыл бұрын

pt2 plz!

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

in the works! :D

@Whoisthisg 5 ай бұрын

are these parts available for 3D printing?

@chiarakatrinaroxas8645 Жыл бұрын

is there a way to duplicate the z butt pieces using the legos instead of the no hassle container?

@CosmoCaps 11 ай бұрын

Possibly! Best to ask the Z-butt discord for help - I'm not too sure as I've never tried using legos myself.

@user-nc4jt9gr1o 2 жыл бұрын

should i print these z butt system with resin printer? or i can just print with fdm printer?

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

you should use a resin printer. More people can help you out in the zbutt discord!!!

@user-nc4jt9gr1o 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of silicon do you use? I need you to tell me the strength or name of the silicone.

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

Mold star 30!

@matheusa3160 2 жыл бұрын

Just a tip, you could have used liquid vaseline in the mold to easily removed the final piece.

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting.. my workspace is already so messy though so I'm less inclined to add more things hahaha

@jtfied5300 3 жыл бұрын

What is the material you used when you printed the Z butt system? PLA? Resin?

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

I bought mine from Zappy directly. So I didn't print anything! I think generally they use resin printers though.

@pastuh 3 жыл бұрын

I suggest to buy original system. I had issues with printing company.. they failed multiple times to print perfect dimensions..

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

@@pastuh yeah, some printing services don't do so well. I would just order from Zappy: www.zappycappys.com/

@jtfied5300 3 жыл бұрын

@@CosmoCaps do they ship outside US? In thd Philippines?

@CosmoCaps 3 жыл бұрын

@@jtfied5300 not sure. You can ask Zappy!!! Join the zbutt discord!!!

@gamerbi 2 жыл бұрын

Excuse me, im use Zbutt V2 MX 1U to print the stem and nohassle container but the problem is not fit when i try to put the stem in to the box? Do you know this problem, i used elegoo saturn to printed. Thx

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

The stem cavity does not fit in the no hassle container?

@gamerbi 2 жыл бұрын

@@CosmoCaps do you have insta or facebook friend, i will send the picture to you. Plz help me

@edudlh_22 6 ай бұрын

Is this system 3D printed? Im trying to print it but the “+” in the master base (for example) doesnt finish well and my keycap isnt going in. Any suggestions?

@witch500 4 ай бұрын

i know this is kinda old but just in case you still need help, yes this system is 3d printed Im not an expert but ive printed this successfully and am using it so maybe i can help you troubleshoot what kind of printer are you using?

@edudlh_22 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for ur help but i have solved it already, just using a 0.2mm nozzle. I was using 0.4mm

@irvanmaulana9870 2 жыл бұрын

how do you get aluminum poles on stemcavity?

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

Zappy includes them if you order the kit from his website! Otherwise, you can always buy the metal poles yourself. I believe they are 3mm metal dowels.

@juancarlopensotes7770 2 жыл бұрын

any idea how to clone the reservoir with a handle?

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean "with a handle" ?

@Gounesh 11 ай бұрын

fine fam how u doin?

@CosmoCaps 11 ай бұрын

Great! Thanks for watching

@gwcfree 2 жыл бұрын

what is the length of the metal rod u used?

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

I think these should work: www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y58PJL4?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details But I would definitely double check in the Z-butt discord! The good people over there know

@rafaelbertocco4647 2 жыл бұрын

you !

@CosmoCaps 2 жыл бұрын

I think you may have accidentally edited your comment? Not sure what you're trying to say here

@rafaelbertocco4647 2 жыл бұрын

@@CosmoCaps Omg i edited accidentally ! This my coment " I'm new to artio keycaps, due to some problems I had to get the silicone off the Zbutt V1 because of the vacuum and the shafts. Is v2 better in this regard? what can v2 help me more than v1 ? "