Need suggestions on removing modeling clay

Murdoch

Sr Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #1

I guys, I have a 3d printed helmet that I thought I would modify with modeling clay. Now that I am trying to remove the clay, I am getting some resistance in doing so. I've used a knife to remove the bulk of the clay, but I just can't get in certain crevices. Can I use a acetone or something along that line where I can remove the clay and at the same time not damage the 3d printed parts? Thanks very much in advance...

 

cavx

Master Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #2

If you printed in ABS, DO NOT use acetone.

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clonesix

Master Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #3

I believe Lacquer Thinner will dissolve the clay and leave the printed parts alone. Be sure to test on a small piece of printed material FIRST!

 

Predatoj

Well-Known Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #4

Yes do not use acetone or alcohol. They are good for removing ink or paint. You need turpentine or white spirit.

 

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Jmen

Sr Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #5

Maybe heat it a little bit? :confused

 

cavx

Master Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #6

Is the modeling clay water or oil based?

 

Murdoch

Sr Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #7

cavx said:

Is the modeling clay water or oil based?

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This is it NSP medium

 

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cavx

Master Member

• Jul 31, 2017

• #8

I use plasticine myself on mold walls and I am sure metho melts it and should not affect the print.

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OdiWan72

Master Member

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• Aug 1, 2017

• #9

turpentine!

 

Murdoch

Sr Member

• Aug 1, 2017

• #10

OdiWan72 said:

turpentine!

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I picked up Bio-natural turpentine. Gonna try sample piece tonight.
Like to thank everyone who made suggestions on this topic...

 

Murdoch

Sr Member

• Aug 2, 2017

• #11

Turpentine works excellent for this. Thanks a ton guys...