Casting molds

Take a look here; http://www.alumilite.com/
This stuff is commonly sold at LHS, they should be able to direct you to a local supplier. I use this material, it works well. The starter kit costs about $30.

Thanks peridexion

Thad

You might check this out: http://www.starshipmodeler.net/cgi-bin/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=18692

Thanks StevenQ

Thad

Thad,

You might try Discount Model Trains in Addison. That's where I got the Alumilite starter kit, which is all you need to get started and get a little practice. Also, the Bare Metal Foil co. markets some great casting stuff (its repackaged from other companies, but in smaller quantities, so you wont waste a lot if you're just doing small parts).

Check out the archives of the Yahoo casting group at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/casting/?yguid=2673351

Also, if you're serious about casting and want bubble-free parts, you may want to look into a pressure tank set up, which sounds difficult, but really isn't all that tough. BTW, I live in Austin, so if you're ever in the area, I'd be glad to show you some of the things I've learned.

Good luck, it definitely takes some practice, but after a while you can start making some really cool stuff!

Jeff

Here's a neat site for supplies. They have a relatively cheap "starter" kit.

Thanks LT Zogg, for the info. I live in big D however I have been known to head down to 6th street every once in a while. This will be heplful because I plan on doing small parts.

Thad

Sorry, forgot the link: http://www.smooth-on.com/default.htm

I went out and found some alumilite, I will let you know how it goes