"Book recomendations...? On miniature molds/casting..." Topic

Thinking about doing some of this casting stuff for miniatures, as I have just started playing around with large mold/cast projects. Really just one part/drop molds using resin as a casting material. Any recomendations for a 'how to' book for starters…?

How about these:

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Matthew

Oh, this one is also good. It has been around for many many years, but it has some great stuff in it.

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Matthew

You can check some jewelry making books. I have a few and they have been very helpful.

'How to Cast Small Metal and Rubber Parts' is nearly worthless these days. I bought a copy and I would judge the information to be 1960's and never updated.

The Prop builder's book is actually useful, it has been updated from time to time, and it covers a wide range of techniques, from latex lined plaster jacket molds through RTV silicon rubber, and discusses a wide range of release agents.

However, you will find most of what you want by doing a simple 'web search, just cross reference a few different sites and check out the RTV distributors & manufaturers sites for info as well – it is in their interest to make sure you get it right, so you will keep buying.

Also, be aware that common modelling clays may contain chemicals which will stop RTV from curing (such as sulfur), so use a clay that is intended for mold making such as Kleen Klay.

Thanks gents.