Tuesday, July 7, 2009

mold making and casting process - lil' air jordan XIII






Huge capital outlay from the investment of mold making and casting resin. The essentials are: -
1. RTV Silicone Rubber AB 100: 3 by weight
2. Silicone Release
3. Epoxy resin n hardener
4. lightweight glass powder
5. modelling clay for 2 piece molding
6. vacuum pump (spoilt)
7. others e.g. glove, mask, paper cups






Mold Making using modelling clay as base for 2 piece molds















Upper and lower part of the lil' air jordan XIII mold.













Casting of lil' air jordan XIII using epoxy resin 1:1 mix ratio with the help of Vitagen container to pour through a small hole.













After about 6 hours, the cast is set. it was easy for the upper and lower molds to be seperated as Silicone Release agent was applied earlier before pouring in the casting resin.











some residue is remained attached to the casted lill' air jordan XIII.













After some cleanup and sanding, lil' air jordan XIII is ready for painting. to be continued...



























After painting...different color scheme.