January 17, 2022
Polyurethanes are a modern wonder polymer that can take on many different properties depending on how they’re made. First created in the 1930s, Polyurethane rose to prominence during World War 2 as a replacement for natural rubber, which grew increasingly scarce during the war. Since then, different kinds of polyurethane have exploded in number, ranging […]
December 13, 2021
When it comes to mold making, you have a lot of options for what to make the mold out of. In many cases Mold Making Silicone is the best option for making a mold, but there’s so many different kinds it’s hard to decide which one is the best one for your project. Fear not, […]
November 19, 2021
One of the most common questions we get about epoxy is, “what kind of epoxy do I need for my project?” This is a question that has more depth and nuance than one might first expect. The first thing you must consider is what is your project, and what do you need it to do? Once you have […]
March 15, 2021
We sell a fair number of products related to mold making, but the one that we get the most questions about are mold releases. Some folks don’t know why they need them, or they don’t know what the difference is between the different kinds of mold releases and when to use the different mold releases. […]
July 30, 2020
Whether you’re making molds or are in the midst of a new construction project, having the right materials is essential to get the job done. When working with non-metallic objects like rubber and plastic, it’s important they’re either flexible or hard enough for the project you’re working on. To determine if your materials are the […]
February 25, 2020
I start each project with a clear plan and a vision of the ideal outcome. Usually, my plan works out and the end result is as I imagined. Sometimes, however, nothing goes according to plan and I have to start fixing, adapting and evolving the project as I go. The LED light epoxy resin […]
February 12, 2020
What is Epoxy Resin? Epoxy resin is composed of prepolymers and polymers that consist of epoxide groups. In order for epoxy resin to cure, it must be combined with a catalyst, also known as a hardener. When the resin and hardener are mixed, an exothermic reaction takes place that creates a strong adhesive and resistant […]
December 13, 2019
https://www.aeromarineproducts.com/product/am-128-rtv-silicone-rubber-1-gallon-kit/ Yes, that’s right. You can make a silicone mold of almost anything! Some things require specific preparation and there are a few things you might not want to use. Otherwise, the mold making possibilities with AeroMarine Products silicone rubber are endless. Let’s start with materials that you don’t want to use to make a […]
October 25, 2019
Tin catalyzed silicone molds usually have a life span of about 5 years. However, there are a lot of factors that play into the life span of any particular mold. The complexity and detail of the mold and how frequently it is used are […]
August 28, 2019
Latex is a great, inexpensive material for making glove molds. Because it goes on one coat at time and needs time to dry between coats, it can take quite a while to make the mold. You can use AeroMarine Products Black Rubber Powder as both a latex extender to reduce the amount of latex used, […]
