Vacuum Forming! Learning the Process....

[imsofaman]

Not sure...

[AZURA888]

can you use acrilic or polycarbonate?.

[imsofaman]

LOL! I would never do a self portrait mold. Hahahaha!

[chance9131]

But now you should do yo face :D i wonder what it'll look liek...

[chance9131]

Next heat the plastic to fuse multi sheets together and then re-heat it then mold something it'll make a harder mould

[chance9131]

mold*

[imsofaman]

Lexan is the plastic you ar looking for.

[JotaLegendOfficial]

Does plexiglas work with this??? If not, what other transparent plastic, can I use?

[MegaDeathwarrant]

Very very nice easy setup. Looks like noob proof also, couldn't get any more easier than that.

[holman26]

what vac did u us e

[imsofaman]

@holman26

I use a small 5 gallon vac. I think it is black and decker? Small.....but does a great job.

[imsofaman]

Thanks Dan.....it is a cool process. Not brave enough to try some of your techniques with fiberglass....but you have inspired me!

[parrotpilot]

Fun to see the air sucked out to expose the shape underneath isn't it!! Nice video!

Dan

[imsofaman]

Thanks Joe. With the trouble shooting is behind me now, I am thinking about new parts to make and how to go about making the plugs. More to come later!

[jodini5]

NICE SET UP BUDDY! SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!

[imsofaman]

Thanks Joe! Now.....I want to make a larger Vacuum box so I can make the engine in two halves. This will be a winter project I guess.