What kind of resin is Alumilite?
What kind of resin is Alumilite?
Alumilite White (also known and sold as Amazing Casting Resin) is an easy to use white urethane resin that creates a durable casting with perfect cosmetics and intricate details.
What is the strongest casting resin?
Tough-Cast 65D is a two part casting resin that is virtually indestructible. It’s designed to make durable prototypes, and reproductions….Tough-Cast 65D.
| Mix Ratio | 1:1 by weight / volume |
|---|---|
| Shrinkage | .001 |
| Color | Amber |
| Hardness | 65-D |
| Viscosity | 800 cps |
Is Alumilite an epoxy?
Alumilite Corporation is a mold making and casting resin material supplier providing the highest quality epoxy, polymers and tools.
Does Alumilite resin yellow?
Alumilite warns that this epoxy can begin to yellow as soon as 30-60 days after pouring. So, this epoxy is recommended for use over colorful backgrounds where slight yellowing won’t be noticed.
How thick can you pour casting resin?
As long as you pour in 1/8″ layers, you can go as thick as you like. The reason we recommend this thickness is two-fold: first, it allows the bubbles to escape properly, and second, it avoids any excessive overheating of the resin. So for best results always pour in a 1/8″ layer, and you’re good to go!
How long is Alumilite resin good for?
One year, however as long as the resin has been kept free from moisture, it may still be good to use for much longer periods of time. Resin that has been as old as 4 and 5 years old works with no problems as long as it has been sealed and free from moisture.
Is Alumilite resin self leveling?
With all resin, make sure you mix equal parts! And this will self level. So if you’re putting this in a mold, make sure you’re level. If you have bubbles, you can take a heat gun to it.
Does Alumilite amazing clear cast turn yellow?
Alumilite warns that this epoxy can begin to yellow as soon as 30-60 days after pouring. This clear resin is FDA compliant and can be used with Alumilite’s dyes and inks to change the color of your resin. You can also use other non-water-based dyes, but it is recommended to use Alumilite’s brand dyes.
