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Using HIPS for mould making. Which release agent(s) to use ?
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I want to use a mould 3D printed in HIPS high impact polysyrene. The surface of the mould will be sanded. Which of the release agents is most compatible with HIPS ?
I would like to use FusionFix GP to hold down the CF while I arrange it.
many thanks.
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f1rob (18/12/2016)
All our printed parts are rubbed down then sealed with marbokote 2002
apply five fairly wet coats (getting drier as they build) allow each to air dry naturally and allow at least half hr between coats and try to avoid runs.
when complete oven cure at 50/60 for 1hr
De nib and lightly abrade with 12/1500.
apply your last costly lightly and as dry as you can and allow to air dry overnight an you should have a Finnish like glass that you can then polish for an even better shine or use as is.
Then its just apply your release of choice as you would a "normal" mould
Thanks for the detailed reply. I am new to this so could you please answer a couple of questions.
I am wanting to use HIPS so that I can dissolve it in limonene after the part has cured. Will the marbocote come away when the HIPS dissolves ?
What do you use to polish the final coat with and what is your preferred release agent for this type of mould ?
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Using HIPS for mould making. Which release agent(s) to use ?
make_pr
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9 Years Ago
All our printed parts are rubbed down then sealed with marbokote 2002 apply five fairly wet coats...
f1rob
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9 Years Ago
[quote][b]f1rob (18/12/2016)[/b][hr]All our printed parts are rubbed down then sealed with marbokote...
make_pr
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9 Years Ago
I use 3M,other people swear by other polishes but I'm happy to pay the premium and use the fast cut...
f1rob
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9 Years Ago
If I don't care about surface finish as it would be internal and not functionally important, would...
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