I am a researcher working with material science. For 2 weeks I've been trying to learn about epoxy coatings, and I've not learned from research papers as much as I have learned from your 10 mins videos. Thank you !

@AlumiliteCorporation

Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@warrenfernandes508

Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to cast epoxy using topology optimization , generative design

@earthenscience

Жыл бұрын

Most whitepapers seem to be written by space aliens, not written in an empathic or human way for beginners or newbie researchers to understand well. Mostly it seems papers for experts written by experts.

Your video was awesome!

You are a fantastic teacher !! Thank you !!

What an incredible analogy!!! Well done!

So helpful! Thank you so much!

This video really helped me! I want to make a locket with flowers in it so now I know to use the ACC+ for it! Thank you!

This is the most helpful explanation of resin that I have ever seen! GREAT Job!

I like your video. It’s very informative and helpful. My only problem is when you flipped the white board and stopped using the terms the way you had used them in the first part, I got confused. I know this was because you’re using the names of your products instead, but my brain has a hard time keeping track without the continuity. I appreciate the good information!

Great explaination(s) Sir! Thank You!

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Just ordered my first epoxy (2 gallons). I’ll give it a try. Your videos are funny but informative!

Awesome breakdown, thanks for doing the video

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

New to epoxy after falling in love with a diorama artist. Thought I should check out safety and other things first and glad I did. Excellent helpful informative content. Thanks heaps.

Thank you so much!

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thank you! I appreciate this video

@AlumiliteCorporation

6 ай бұрын

thanks for watching!

Another amazing video. You really know how to deliver these. I certainly want to understand more about hardness, especially considering that not everyone uses the same scale.

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

That's a great point, Jerry! We'll look into it and see what we can do!

Lots of great info! Just what I was looking for 🤙

Really enjoying the videos covering Epoxy Facts. I’ve been using epoxy for surfboard construction for many years. A lot of things you have covered I’ve learned the hard. You guessed I’m new to your KZread channel. Perhaps you have covered this in other videos but I’d love to learn the science behind “fish eyes” in surface coatings. And how to prevent them. Cheers, love the white board.

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video idea! We have videos on how to fix fish eyes but not one on how to prevent them - we may have to add that to our list!

thanks very informative!

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

We're glad you like it - thanks so much for watching!

BTW - I share your videos in my groups to help newbies. I especially like to share this one and your resin safety video. Thank you for them.

Loved this! Great breakdown! - Seth

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Seth - glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

Great information thank you, I've just bought my first kit so excited to try it out. Need to check if I have the right stuff now lol tfs😁

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, we're excited for you! Reach out if you ever have any questions - our customer service is awesome (info@alumilite.com)!

Wonderful The best teacher Seriously really good and clear explanation!!

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words 😄

This is extremely helpful! Thanks so much for this 😃 I paint wood with acrylic paint and cover it with resin. Currently I use UV resin but I noticed after it cures there’s this weird thing happening between the paint & resin where it looks like they’ve separated. I hope that made sense. I’ll have to try your AQC.

Thanks for this video.

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great job. Super helpful.

@AlumiliteCorporation

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for your explanation !! U make it fun man 💪💪 and super easy to understand

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

We're glad you like it!

Ohhhh my!!! If only all KZread informative videos were made by you! Your style is perfect and your helpful-'to the point' are the best on KZread ---> BAR NONE ! THANK YOU!

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

This is high praise, Steven! Thank you for watching!

Hello Jordan, does Polycarbonate resin exist for casting? If not, what can be used for space application?

7 months late here but loving all of the videos you all are putting out. Cheers 🤘🏼

Love your videos.. Want more and more from you. Not boring at all. Can you make resin casting videos with family mold with runners ?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea! We'll look into it!

very great eplaination

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video you break it down nicely & make it not quite so intimidating!! I don't know if I missed some information somewhere in this or not, but I'm wondering about heat. UVis right out in the open & easy to understand but sis I miss info on which ones are best in f heat might be a factor? Not like super hot...I'm talking coasters for drinks. I have heard so many artists complain that even after weeks of curing they have issues with stickiness if a hot cup of coffee is places on a coaster! I understand than some are probably inexperienced folks that maybe didn't mix properly, but not all of them. I have a commission to do for kitchen tile & I want to make sure there aren't any heat issues. Which do you recommend for heat protection on tile?!?

Here's the thing. I want to make one single small project, and according to this video I would need AQC and ADP for that (seal the wood, then pour ~1,5cm). Is it possible to seal the wood with ADP and just wait a little longer? Or do you have to use AQC for that? Because having 1 type of epoxy lying around is one thing, but I don't want to have an entire shelf full of materials for this one project By the way, AMAZING video!!

Thanks for this! So for casting, I'm trying to understand how to interpret the "depth" numbers. Does this mean epoxies (specifically Deep Pour) shouldn't be used in molds with over a 2" vertical depth? Similarly, 3/8" seems like a really shallow mold. I've been using polyurethanes up till now, and I'm thinking about expanding into epoxies, but these numbers seem kind of limiting. How easy is it to get around these limits with successive layers? Thanks!

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Great questions Brian! Unfortunately depth limitations on their own are very difficult to say "this is the exact way to do this." What really matters is the mass of the pour - so for something like a river table or cutting board with Deep Pour, you'll never want to pour over 2 inches or you'll get a large exothermic reaction. Same with ACC and 3/8inch. Filling something like a coaster mold will be no problem with epoxy. Larger molds do work better with Deep Pour, etc. Happy to help clarify further if needed!

Absolutely loving your videos! I am working on a project where I need to make Epoxy art in the shape of long cylinders that are around 0.5 to 2 inch in diameter and 2-3 feet in length. Can you suggest me what kind of epoxy should be considered for such small diameter and lengths? I have the creative freedom and might use bonding with small wooden chunks as well

Thank you so much for this video. I am using this product for my paintings and have run into an issue with the last few paintings I have poured. The epoxy is not covering the entire painting. The first time I thought maybe the painting wasn't level or I didn't mix enough epoxy for the size of the painting or that maybe the weight of the epoleveledxy was sagging into the middle of the canvas. This time I leveled , placed cardboard under to make it more rigid and used an epoxy calculator. The pour came out better but I am still finding that in a few places the epoxy seems to be pulling off the edges of the painting. I find that I have to pour twice which is too expensive. Can you tell me what I am doing wrong?

Great video! I do have one question.. can AQC be used as a last coat on a tumbler or would you have to use a different epoxy after?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Amazing Quick Coat is just as durable as our other epoxies and is also FDA compliant so it works great as a last coat!

What kind of respirator would you recommend for sanding a piece with an epoxy river pour? I want to make sure we get the kind that will handle that fine of a particle. Thanks

Hi , I made this flexible strip of "ribbon" with epoxy and glitter and Swarovski "rocks" using a long silicone tray (cut later) ... I attempted to repeat it today and now I can't get the ratio of A&B perfect to make it flexible. I may also be using a different type of resin, but I'm pretty sure it was ice resin because I need the backing to be clear. I'm not sure what the heck I'm doing wrong and I'm hoping you can help me!! Also if my two cents mean anything, I love the sciencey stuff!! Thanks for all you do ❤

You are the epoxy guru on YT and if you are still active, I am wondering if you can suggest a readily available epoxy that will have very low shrinkage. I am working with tight tolerances so it should also be abrasion resistant. Thank you.

Fan-freakin-tastic! Thanks!

THX for these videos! Can AQC be sprayed? via paint sprayer or air compressed sprayer?

What's the best epoxy for a 5" turtle mold? should I use deep pour for the shell and casting for the fins? or??? thank you for your help ~!

Great video mate Which one will best for cricket bat toes ?

thanks for the information and clearing up the maze. Quick question. I am building a bar top using 3/8 inch thick “disks” of cedar about 1-1/2 inches in diameter. They will go on the bar top and the epoxy will be used to fill the voids between disks and ultimately cover the entire table top. Can i 1st apply a quick coat as the bottom layer with color, place the disks in the quick coat to “adhere” let try and then apply my deep pour to the level of the surface, about 1/2 inch thick? After curing i would then pour a table top over the entire project? Wil that work?

Great video! nice info but still not sure what kind of epoxy I can use to cover a cigar ashtray. Any advice? I need a high temperature resistance on that resin as the cigar can bring a 500-700 C deg temperatures. I searched the internet but can't find any real info. Your advice is very much appreciated. Thanks!

Which one to buy for making a machine part that will be exposed to 150F heat?

I love your info. Yet I do have a question on a project of mine. I rescued a 13 feet reflection pool, with 4 outer dolphins which stray water to the center of the pool, which has a 3 tier fountain topped with 2 entwined dolphins that spray out to the pool. (Now if that isn't confusing enough) it is constructed out of cement. After taking it down moving it and repairing some missing fins... it's now time to set it back up and turning it into a fish fountain, but I want it more colorful and and sealed to help prevent any additional damage. Shesh, glad that's explained. Much QUESTION IS- which epoxy coating would you recommend? I was think the 2nd one the UV coating, over a moisture barrier/seal.

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

The difficulty with this project is that it will be outside so you need to be careful of yellowing. Our ACC+ would be the best option in this case since it will take the longest to yellow out of all our epoxies - but it will still yellow eventually. If you plan on using colors (not white) then the yellowing shouldn't be noticeable and you should be good to go!

Do you think that the acc+will work ok for coating poly clay jewelry?. I got your 16 oz kit and I cant wait to try it. I can let stuff sit, but the costs will be thin. Still think it's good? I wanted the extra uv protection to prevent yellowing from wear

Another attribute that you should consider is high temp resistance. Epoxies are available that resist heat up to 500 degrees, and are used for countertops (put a hot pan on it) or for coasters and/or trivets. Most epoxies are only good up to about 140 degrees F., before they start to soften.

This was amazing as amazing resin. Sir, i want to pour resin over my direct concrete work in my prefab house. Deep pour epoxy would be suitable for floor?

So I made some small shelves for a furniture piece from doming resin and they are too flexible. I was unaware of the softness before hand. Is there any way I could add a coat of casting resin for strength on each side or should I just re-pour the shelves

Great video. Have you ever poured a bathroom sink? I would like to do that but looks like it may not be a good idea. Thanks

How long after pouring 1/8 inch of the the AQC epoxy can I add another layer? And you mentioned ADP avoids exotherming turning the epoxy yellow and gross. Does exotherming do anything other than discolor the material? Will the material be significantly weaker?

How about which ones to use for pen blanks, label casting and those type of things?

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kandie! Those applications typically dip into our urethane resins (Alumilite Clear, Clear Slow) but Amazing Clear Cast epoxy and Amazing Deep Pour epoxy can be used for blanks as well - they just take much longer to cure than your typical urethane resin.

hey there, what epxy do you recomend fora snap surfboard??

I'm using clear cast + one a deep engrave on a cutting board. Is the ok or should I use ACC

Which one would you recommend for pendant small molds projects? Half inch deep estimation but needs to be durable? Thank you so much

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

For small projects like pendants and jewelry you can typically get away with using Amazing Quick Coat but if you want to play it safe then Amazing Clear Cast will be the way to go!

You should be a science teacher,great job. I make concrete benches for outdoor garden which epoxy or resin should I use to coat the top?.

Well Done

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Yeah I know the video is at least 2 years old. Don’t know that you’ll ever see my comment. At 76 I’ve just discovered resin craft. I’m nuts about it but it will take time to learn what to use and how to use it. Love, love the “WHICH SILICONE” chart. BUT, when you say 2” for ADP, what about the cat you used in the Silicone video. That’s much taller than 2”. So is ADP the one I’d use for a 5” chicken statue? Thanks in anticipation. Understanding how temperature of the resin affects it’s use would be a great help too. Your such a fabulous teacher why are there not more videos by you? Hope your ok.

Thank you my friend Excellent explanation, your video is very useful. I'm wondering: how can I identify the products that suppliers sell so I can classify them within their chart because I noticed that those names appear on some product labels but not on others? Again, thank you very much.

Can you comment on using Quick Coat for small wood turnings? For example, I turn shaving brushes out of wood and would love to be able to finish/seal them with epoxy but have it be smooth, even and glossy.

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, this would be a great application for AQC! We haven't tested how well Amazing Quick Coat would hold up to actual turning but using it for a final seal/finish coat would give it a nice glossy look!

@sjb103052

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlumiliteCorporation can you give some suggestions as to technique? Specifically, how to achieve a smooth, drip free layer? Would you do this while the piece was still mounted on the lathe of would you remove it from the lathe and apply the finish at that time?

When pouring resin on rough wood for a table, does the wood need to be processed any specific way to ensure that it does not pull away from the resin when it is finished?

@groverdog13

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same question as Charles and would also like to know if there are any wood stain products (Minwax?) that are compatible as a base? I'm working on a bar top bar top with collectible fibre board coasters embedded. GREAT VIDEOS!!

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Whenever working with wood and resin you want to make sure your wood is completely dry first - getting out a moisture reader is your best bet!

which one would you recommend for 3/4 x 3/4 x 5" pen blanks and can I use ADC with a pressure pot? Thanks.

If you are using two different types of deep pour for example; one a 2:1 mix ratio and one a 3:1 mix ratio can you pour one over the other when the first pour is in the gel stage?

This video was absolutely 100%free of any and all forms of bullshit. As well as encouragement to like the video; only if the viewer genuinely likes it.

I'm looking at doing a bar top outside I see I will need the ACC+ this bar will not be covered it will be directly in the elements and we do have hot summer (110°F) and cold winters (-20°F) so my question would be how would Is temperature affected and about how long before the UV take a toll on it based off your experience?

Is small castings considered like coasters, small trays, small silicone molds etc. ?

The very last note on the bottom right of the grid under deep poif epoxy (the one I'm interested in!) was left completely ignored! Could you please explain what "no pressure pots" means?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! With urethane resins you can typically pour deeper but you need to use a pressure pot to "crush" out the bubbles (the resin cures too quickly for the bubbles to release naturally on their own and they can get caught in the middle of your piece). Our Amazing Deep Pour epoxy is a great alternative to these urethane resins. It has a much longer cure schedule which allows air bubbles to release naturally, meaning you don't need to use a pressure pot in order to have a crystal clear piece! We have a video on pressure pots and vacuum chambers that explains the actual devices much more clearly!

What is the best epoxy to use for waterproofing 1/2 inch to 1 inch gap in the concrete floor/patio.

So I hope you can help. I purchased the ACC epoxy to do a photo casting. But the mold is a 5x7 with a 2-inch depth. Can I pour a 3/8 depth, let it harden, and pour another 3/8 "

When can I start sanding my project (tumbler)? What part should I pour first? Because I have heard you pour part B first.

I'm considering a deep pour epoxy on vertical timbers with backlighting drilled from back to the crevice of the cured epoxy. Q1: what's the best epoxy for light conduction? Q2: best epoxy for no run over years? Q3 is there a good epoxy for this or should I be looking at acrylics? My plan is to backlight with a light interrupting wheel that may give the illuminated resin the look of water flow. Thank you, im just beginning

Great video⚡️⚡️⚡️ Carbon fibre epoxy goes to which group?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Great question! It's more like a distant cousin to the epoxies you see in this video. Check out our other Alumilite Explains to see the breakdown between epoxy, polyurethane, and resin: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nYis1JaTZNDdmpM.html

Great video.. Does the quick cast cure at a constant rate or more like not much then all at once? I ask because I want an 1/8 inch coat over an uneven surface....ocean diorama.

@AlumiliteCorporation

Жыл бұрын

Epoxy cures at a constant rate!

I need a product that has similar properties as PLA used in 3D printing (Hardness and Impact resistance) what do you recommend?

I just want to make jewelry and keychains. Which is best? If you need to mix ,how to?

What kind if epoxy would you use for making like, motorcycle armor or other protective clothing?

please where do small projects like jewelries, coasters, trays etc fall on this spectrum please. this is a question I've been trying to answer for a while, your response will make my dayyy!!

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Great question! For all of the projects you mentioned, our Amazing Clear Cast will work really well (Amazing Clear Cast Plus if you are extra concerned about UV rays)! But for the really small projects, like jewelry and keychains, our Amazing Quick Coat will save you loads of time and work just as well!

very informative . does any one know what would be the best type of resin to bond laminate sheets of plywood together in a mould for making skateboards. lm looking for a strong but flexible bonding with the ply but don't want to use pva glues as they can be brittle. ant one have any idea

What is the best resin for fiberglass and carbon fiber

What kind is best for fixing carbon fiber cracks?

I do wear PPE when mixing/applying epoxy, but I will pop in at intervals to make sure nothing has moved/fallen. The last time I used Aluminite the smell was powerful. What degree of odor can I expect from Quick Cure?

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

It all depends on how chemically sensitive you are to the formula. If you notice a smell with one of our products you'll most likely notice a smell with the others - at what strength is impossible to tell. If it helps, we have heard from other makers that Amazing Quick Coat isn't as strong as Amazing Clear Cast.

Can you please define "small castings"? Thanks!

Are any of these epoxy good for a thin coating of a cars splitter..just to add more durability and strength to it over a vinyl

Can you do multiple 3/8" pours with ACC+ to build up thickness?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

nice informative video, a question from a beginner: can epoxy parts be glued together?

@AlumiliteCorporation

Жыл бұрын

To get a good bond we would recommend using an epoxy glue and buffing the surfaces beforehand.

Will the AQC hold up under the sun outside? I'm assuming it will discolor but will it hold up to weather and lots of sun?

I'm looking for something that can be applied over knife handles then sanded smooth and buffed. Would any of these work for that?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Our Amazing Quick Coat would work great for that application! You can find it here: www.alumilite.com/products/resins/amazing-quick-coat/

Great video! I just discovered your channel. How strong is the epoxy? I want to make a mold of a face (the back is flat). I did it previously with plaster and put hooks in it so when it dried I could hang it on the wall. The negative can hold 2.5 gallons of water (I had to mix almost a full 25lbs of plaster). I want to make another cast, but with clear epoxy. If I put the hooks in the back as I apply layers and the hooks stick, will the epoxy be strong enough to support its own weight when I hang it on a wall? Having never worked with epoxy I also have no idea if its heavier or lighter than plaster.

@AlumiliteCorporation

Жыл бұрын

As long as the epoxy is fully cured before you attempt to hang the piece, it should be able to hold its own weight. At the very least, the hooks won't "fall out" of the resin.

@CincinnatusPublish

Жыл бұрын

@@AlumiliteCorporation THANK YOU!!!!

When using Deep Pour..... Can I use fishing line to suspend items? Or will you be able to see it?

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

We haven't done much testing on this, Dan so we're not too sure! We would recommend reaching out to our maker community on Facebook - someone in the group has most definitely run into this situation and will have an answer for you! Here's a link to the group: facebook.com/groups/alumiliteco/

@UnvarnishedTarnished

3 жыл бұрын

If you're talking about "fish in a pond" for example, you should do a pour up to the level where you want the fish - let the epoxy tac up a little and place the fish on top, let that completely cure and then add more resin on top to finish your pond. (Make sure your colors are the same/super similar for the resin on this because you don't want to see where the two layers meet

Great information. Thanks QUESTION What makes a resin food safe? I see some resins touting the fact that they are food safe. Are there any resins that are not food safe or are there things to look for to ensure a resin is food safe?

Can you use those with carbon fiber or glass fiber ? Also, is it good with heat ?

Which is advised for dome labels ?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of our makers like to use our new Amazing Quick Coat for doming their pieces! You can find more info on it here: www.alumilite.com/products/resins/amazing-quick-coat/

I'm an aspiring artist interested in sustainability with my materials. Are there any suggestions when it comes to recycling epoxy?

@AlumiliteCorporation

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly there isn't a way to recycle epoxy but there are a lot of habits you can implement into your making-process to minimize the amount of waste you create with your art. We highly recommend checking out @fantasyfigments on Instagram - she has some great tips for reducing waste in her "Process" highlight!

@philippeterson9512

2 жыл бұрын

You can’t recycle, but there are epoxies and curing agents that are made from natural oils and recycled products.

I'm trying to repair my Lava me3 guitar that fell off the strap. It's made of a carbon fiber composite. Due to the constant string tension, which type of resin is best? Much appreciated for any advice.

want to cast model car parts and rubber tires what kit would be good to use for this?

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

These are great questions!! This project sounds like it would be great for some of our urethane resins - depending on the overall look you want and the number of details, Alumilite White would work for the car body. For the rubber tires, a product from our Flex line would work well - the one you choose just depends on how flexible you want it. Alumilite White: www.alumilite.com/resins/alumilite-white-amazing-casting-resin/ Flex Line: www.alumilite.com/products/resins/rubbers/

Hello, I’m new to this epoxy thing, I’m trying to build a bar in my basement, and the bartender counter top Ill to make it of 3/4” plywood, but I’ll like to know what epoxy to lay on top ! I’ll try to make it look like marvel, any recommendations are welcome

When happens when I run out of acc and add a little of acc+ to complete my projects tumblers , coasters, key chains, painting how does that make a difference of the coating Or vice versus from each other

@AlumiliteCorporation

3 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Great question - don't mix the raw materials or your project likely won't cure. Wait for one epoxy to fully cure, and then you can add a layer or a coating of the other epoxy.

@mariv4251

3 жыл бұрын

@@AlumiliteCorporation thank you good to know lol now I know better first ever coasters was a fail cause it still tacking I didn't wait till it fully cure lol lesson learned