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===Materials for Buck/Form=== | ===Materials for Buck/Form=== | ||
These are an exmaple of some materials that can be used for molding | These are an exmaple of some materials that can be used for molding. The material needs to be heat resistant. It should also have a flat base for stability on the platform. | ||
* [https://www.amazon.com/SELECTION-5lb-Plaster-of-Paris/dp/B077MD57S3/ | * [https://www.amazon.com/SELECTION-5lb-Plaster-of-Paris/dp/B077MD57S3/ Plaster of Paris] | ||
* [https://www.alumilite.com/store/p/1055-Vac-Master-50.aspx Vac-Master Resin with Aluminum] | * [https://www.alumilite.com/store/p/1055-Vac-Master-50.aspx Vac-Master Resin with Aluminum] | ||
* MDF ( Shaped on CNC or pre-shaped ) | * MDF ( Shaped on CNC or pre-shaped ) | ||
* Aluminum/Steel Part | |||
===Materials for Forming=== | ===Materials for Forming=== | ||
Information on safe thermoformable materials in sheets. | |||
Material Selection Guide - https://www.toolcraft.co.uk/vacuum-forming/advice/vacuum-forming-help-material-selection-guide.htm | Material Selection Guide - https://www.toolcraft.co.uk/vacuum-forming/advice/vacuum-forming-help-material-selection-guide.htm | ||
'''Incomplete List''' | |||
* High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) | |||
** [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017S4BEIM/ Example 12inx12in HIPS sheets] | |||
* Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | |||
** [https://www.amazon.com/ABS-Plastic-Sheet-Thick-Thickness/dp/B004WP24XU/ Example 12inx12in ABS sheets] | |||
== Tips & tricks == | == Tips & tricks == | ||
=== Creating an appropriate Buck/Mold === | |||
* Part should have a flat base | |||
* No overhangs | |||
* Pay attention to draft angles | |||
===Troubleshooting=== | ===Troubleshooting=== | ||
