what is the heated working temperature of this clay. can it be heated enough to 'pour" into a mold?
1626965
I actually don't use it for pouring into mold type of work, but I have seeing and read people do this to make lifecast "masks" out of molds. Maybe this tutorial might be of help: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLD3uA9UEOM
1973153
These questions go to past buyers - not to the seller. I just bought them and they are normal clay with a glazed interior. Don't know heat tolerance...you need to ask seller directly. But the poor seal may allow heat to burn the food you put in them even if the baker itself holds up to the heat.
595062
You have to start you clay cooker in a cold oven. Then gradually build temp. My understanding of wood fired oven is that they need to be thoroughly preheated????
15154
Sorry I am using mine for polymer clays, I have not noticed the smell you speak of but also probably not using the higher temps needed for baking.
667511
I used my mold to make soap so you certainly can use it for chocolate (Soap gets hotter), it's silicone so it can hold hot temps. ALso each piece is approx 2 inches tall or wide (face) and about 1/2 inch deep. Hope this helps!
1130074
It will work in clay mold. I use monster clay, and and it molds fine with that. However making a clay model first then make a mother mold of it using Smooth-on. you can make multiple copies of the original. Oh and do not use any oil based clays.
1283112
I don't have much experience with this product. I've only tried it once with poly clay pushed in the mold. It reproduces well, but isn't very strong and will tear if you're aggressive with it.
1095659
As great as Mortite is, it is NOT intended for high temp applications!! I can't tell you the actual melting point but I can tell you that you can set it on fire with an open flame. Do not use it around your fireplace, please.
1408600
Yes...But. If you are using other resins that are low to moderate heat releasing, then yes. I don't see why you would have any problem. I have used 3 different resins without any problems whatsoever. I don't know that I would use straight fiberglass resin tho because I have had some that generated pretty high temps in the curing process. However, this is silicone rubber mold and it is rated to fairly high temps (I believe) so it should handle even the highest heat curing resins. Just don't know how the integrity of the mold would react. I can see where if one part of the resin cured more quickly it could cause the mold to bend or flex and result in a molded part not coming out to the correct dimensions. Might want to review the temp specs and make sure that the resin you are using generates heat within those specs.
1399019
I doubt it very much. I no longer have my instructions from the manufacturer. I would suggest going to their website and looking for specifications which may show temperature extremes that the mold can tolerate.
1115763
Sorry it took so long for me to answer, I neglected to check the email account this went to. I hope you found the answer you needed. The mold can definitely handle the heat of the molten sugar which is exactly how I used it without any problems. My biggest concern would be the thickness of the resulting "glass". It's pretty solid and at least 1/4 inch thick all around. It could probably be shattered on a hard surface with a hard throw. I wouldn't try anything like breaking it over someone's head though.
1088020
Like most butane torches the flame temperature may reach 1430 degrees C which is the figure commonly quoted for butane in air, however, I do not know of anyone who has actually measured it. I have no experience with metal clay. All I can say is that this torch delivers more heat than any other butane torch I have ever tried (I own three). If you need this much heat on a sustained basis (which I gather is the issue with metal clay) you may find this a rather expensive way to generate heat and may be better off with propylene-air setup.
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A gas furnace would be your best bet. You will need to reach about 1350 degrees for a good pour. WEAR EYE PROTECTION & LEATHERS!!!! HEAT UP WHAT EVER YOUR POURING INTO!!! Aluminum can get REAL NASTY REAL QUICK!!!!
2027753
I don't know about 500 degrees? We have only put into over about 400 max! It's cast iron, but maybe should call maker?
2282262
This sort of clay body should be fired to cone 06 (bisque) before glazing or painting. When you say oven I suspect you do not mean kiln. Conventional ovens will not get to adequate temperatures to fire this clay. If you simply want to dry it and accept that it will remain forever incredibly fragile and water soluble then I would just slowly air dry it. Rapid drying in the oven or in the sun will dry it unevenly and cause cracks. Let it dry with a sheet of plastic loosely over it. A better solution would be to put it in a kiln and fire it up to 06 or 04 (1830-1940 degrees F). Then seal before painting. Good luck!
921677
yes, once you have it liquified it is very pourable. I had a putty knife taped to a pole so I could smooth it out while still hot.
1002749
It is regular ceramic and I doubt it would survive being placed directly on heat without cracking.I don't have ANY trouble with it dripping. Naturally it is important to line the vent hole in the lid away from the "downside" when pouring.