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    Aug 20, 2008 - LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam #1

    Has anyone ever used this stuff before?

    http://www.generalplastics.com/produ...ail.php?pid=19

    Is there anything else like it that works well?

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    Aug 20, 2008 - Re: LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam #2

    Yeah it's similar to Balsa Foam; which we used on Spy Hard to sculpt the "Nose" cone. Bought it in huge sheets and glued them together. You can basically sculpt, rasp, sand and machine it. I have used it several times to create quick protos that I could mold and replicate plastic parts. Great stuff albeit dusty as hell. You will need to ware a respirator or really good partial mask and I advise a body suit if you intend on large carvings.

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    Aug 20, 2008 - Re: LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam #3

    Yes, it is what I use for sculpting and armetures. It can be purchased in different densities, 2#, 4#, 6#, and 12#. The higher the density, the more you will spend.

    I buy mine direst from an insulation company, but if you want to order it in-line, I recomend this place: http://www.vandykestaxidermy.com/product/01327608/
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    Aug 20, 2008 - Re: LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam #4

    Thanks for the info. Which density is closest to Balsa Wood?

    Is it easier to sculpt because it has no grain?

    Thanks

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    Aug 20, 2008 - Re: LAST-A-FOAM® FR-7100 Modeling Foam #5

    Balsa foam is 12 # density.

    I sculpt in 4#

    you can vacu-form over 6#

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