How to use Bonny Doon Silhouette Die Kits

Join owner and creator of Boony Doon, G. Phil Poirier, as he demonstrates how to utilize two Bonny Doon hydraulic press kits - the silhouette die kit and the 3” form box kit. Learn the difference between the kits and watch as he creates gorgeous three-dimensional puffed forms using the kits, perfect for custom beads and jewelry components.
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[@threecreationleather6596]

I made pancake dies to cut the shape after forming and it works great. The book Hydraulic Forming for Jewelers and Metalsmiths explains the process

[@DebMachen]

Thank You

[@RioGrande1944]

You are welcome, Deb!

[@LeslieKailVillarreal]

will 18g metal fit through the slot in the side where feed you metal in?

[@bentforkwearables9405]

Yes.

[@amburkajama]

What should be the minimum amount of "margin" left when sawing out a design?

[@RioTechs]

+Mary Amburgey Hi Mary. the minimum amount of margin is dependent on how deep you want the form to be and the complexity of the shape. In general about 1/4 inch should suffice as a starting point. If you want a deeper form or if the shape is complex then you should increase the margin. A larger margin will allow more metal to be drawn into the shape and provide support to a more complex shape. I hope this helps. Should you have any further questions please feel free to contact our Tech support team. They can be reached at [e-mail] or by calling 1-800-545-6566

[@amburkajama]

OK, thank you so much for your quick reply!