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Question: Working with Pewter and Tin

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Old 01-03-2011, 12:44 PM   #1
 
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Question: Working with Pewter and Tin

Hello everyone,

Another question if I may ask...

Ive purchased some lead free pewter and tin. Its low-temp melting point metals, but still too hot to pour into a silicon mould. So what do I make the mould out of?

Kindest regards,
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Re: Question: Working with Pewter and Tin

you just need the right kind of silicone

Mold Max® 60 Higher Heat Resistant Silicone | Smooth-On - Mold Making and Casting Materials | Silicone Rubber, Urethane Rubber, Liquid Plastic, Casting Resin, Lifecasting, Epoxy Resin, Rigid and Flexible Foam


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Hello everyone,

Another question if I may ask...

Ive purchased some lead free pewter and tin. Its low-temp melting point metals, but still too hot to pour into a silicon mould. So what do I make the mould out of?

Kindest regards,
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Old 01-03-2011, 01:47 PM   #3
 
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Re: Question: Working with Pewter and Tin

!!!B Excellent thank you!
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