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In this approach to making a prototype mold I have poured plaster into a 3D printed block mold (and done minimal surface treatment to smoothen it). This produced a case mold. These side rails were made specifically to fit it. For rigidity I printed a wall thickness of 1.2mm. The flange at the bottom fits under the mold and help assure that no plaster will leak under and displace it upward (provided, of course, that the plaster form is held tightly in place within the rails).
Glossary |
Side Rails
Side rails are the containment used when pouring plaster molds. We 3D-print these to custom fit each mold. |
Glossary |
Mold Shell Flange
Learning to create flanges in CAD design enables a new kind of DIY mold-making for ceramics: 3D-printed lightweight reusable molds that clamp together. |
Projects |
Coffee Mug Slip Casting Mold via 3D Printing
A potter can now use AI, 3D CAD, 3D printing and custom clay bodies to slip-cast beautiful quality stoneware pottery mugs. It is efficient and practical. |
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