Make your 3D prints SHINE, the Dark Trooper helmet

[@WarrenPenner]

Subbed! Looking forward to seeing how the cheaper alternative spray systems work. Great option for those of us looking for inexpensive ways to achieve quality results without draining the bank.

[@VonDiten]

wow man, you really know what you are talking about. Thanks for sharing. I will be looking to your other vids, and waiting for more.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thank you, i have had some stuff I had to take care of lately, but I got some new videos coming soon.

[@andyb7754]

This was a very good and informative video. You did a fantastic job on that helmet and explaining everything. I was an auto mechanic for 28 years and a aircraft mechanic for 18. I watch a lot of these videos with "professional" painters and they don't do as good as you explaining. The thing I really like is your using gloves! I've watched and commented many on many videos after seeing them rub their bare hands on whatever they're working on. Even with "washed" hands there's still body oil on them that could cause problems in the paint. Thank you for a very good video.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Appreciate to feedback, I need to make a point of wearing gloves in the videos more.

[@justinmurphy2227]

This is some of the best "real world" DIY content that I've ever seen! This is how DIY should be done and I've shared this, and your other vids, with so many already. Thank you!

[@TheLastLayer111]

Wow that means a lot, I know the production quality and audio may not be quite on snuff with some of the bigger names (and I'm learning that part), but to me, its really about the content and sharing what I know with the community.

[@joshhazard4165]

This is the exact content I’ve been looking for! I started 3d printing a few years ago with no knowledge, I have watched every single video out there and these have by far been the best, please keep up the content! Subscribed

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thank you

[@treborrrrr]

This channel is off to a great start. If you keep up with content of this class I'm sure it'll grow quickly. Personally I use an airbrush to spray 2k. I'd love to move up to a proper gun but living in an apartment with the only option being to use the balcony for three months out of the year, it makes things a bit more complicated to say the least.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thank you. I use an airbrush quite often also. I have had so many questions and requests, but I will get an airbrush video in.

[@chickenxcouncil]

Might also help on how you dial in your sprayer settings. I’ve never used an automotive sprayer but if it’s anything like regular paint guns they need some dialing in

[@TheLastLayer111]

I am working on another video that will cover some of that off.

[@proxlamuz4591]

I'm shocked you didn't get runs with how much you sprayed on. Looks great

[@TheLastLayer111]

The thing I love about this clear, is that If you put a good "grip" first coat (not too heavy), the following coats "hang" very good, without sagging.

[@tbotello]

I'm loving your videos! So helpful! Have you worked with any satin or matte clears? Just curious about working with those finishes with non-glossy helmets and props.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Ahhh.. Glad you asked, Video coming soon. You can buy 2K Matte clear. Its typically called "Hot Rod Clear". I always put some type of protective coating on, Gloss or Matte. it make the prop or helmet MUCH more durable.

[@NomaddUK]

Hi there or should I say hello there? Loved this video. No excess waffling like some tubers and straight to the point. Oh and new sub. 😊

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thank you

[@NomaddUK]

@@TheLastLayer111 You are most welcome

[@WhereNerdyisCool]

I envy your garage. Had that been my place, a spider would have landed on there on step 3. 🤣

[@TheLastLayer111]

You are making me laugh. Its not just you, we all have that problem. As I was filming there was a fly buzzing around. Had me sweating. bugs seem to love the look of urethane clear. like a kid with concrete.

[@VanOaksProps]

Just recently stumbled onto your channel and I agree with the other comments - this is great information explained very well. Out of curiosity, what PSI are you shooting your clear at? Everyone I've ever talked to about it has a different answer, so I'm curious to see where you're at.

[@TheLastLayer111]

With the gun I'm using, I run it at about 35psi. Some people run it a lot lower, others even higher. The gun I'm using is NOT an HVLP. its a Sata RP. so it likes it at about 35. But I am going to do a video soon (hopefully this weekend) on using lower cost LVLP, that would be a great candidate for working in a home garage. You really just need to find what works best for you and your technique.

[@jawajunction]

Just found your channel and I’m a huge fan already. Watch all your videos and just purchased a bunch of equipment and supplies based on your recommendations. Question in clear coating. Are you cleaning your spray gun and remixing the clear coat in between each coat or can if stay in the gun throughout the hour ish process?

[@TheLastLayer111]

No. Keep the clear in the gun, its perfectly fine. No need to re-mix.

[@DEzz3434]

Great video! Could you cover in a future video your HVLP setup? Maybe go into detail how you go about keeping dust off the paint and prepping. Also do you mix the clear coat separate times or all at once? I know there is a usually fast handling time for those kind of products!

[@TheLastLayer111]

absolutely, I will be putting more videos on the spray setup shortly. Mix the clear all at once. The flash time is quick on the clear but the "pot life" is much longer. Pour it all in the spray gun, don't worry, it wont dry and you don't need to clean the gun between coats. Have fun

[@ProfessorOzone]

Automotive paint stores sell actual 2K automotive grade clear coat in a rattle can. You take the top off, flip it over, put it on the bottom and smash it down. This breaks a container of hardener inside and you can spray away. It will only work for about 24 hours so it's pretty much a one shot deal , but it's the same paint you are using but in a much smaller quantity. Just FYI.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thanks for the suggestion, I have seen it and been thinking about doing video on it. Its hard to beat how well an actual paint gun atomizes the paint, so I would be curious how an aerosol can does. I'm sure that video is in my future.

[@ThePrimaFacie]

As PPE is sooper important (I think). Is the Respirator the only clean air solution you have? Whats the ventilation solution like? Is it only a box fan I hear? Im not asking that you open your garage door cause there is really no reason and maybe you have nosy neighbors or your its no bodies business where you are. Im cool with that and there is no need. Its just that your garage has REALLY good lighting and not many people have such a big space and Im thinking that it can be difficult to get such good coats without big even sweeping motions and a giant PSI through put? (I don't know what it would be called) Although I have worked with that type of Hose before and it aint no joke. So yeah I mean I guess it would be good to see how a smaller set up would work. I know there are a few "portable Paint Booth" setups on here even ones that use 3d prints. Cheers thanks for the info and look forward to your next vids.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Yes, you are correct, PPE is extremely important, also you DO need good ventilation, more so cross, ventilation which helps to clear the overspray. I realize everyone may not have a huge area to do it in, but most garages I have worked in you can get good cross circulation, if you take a minute to pre plan. Years ago, I used to spray outside. It wasn't as bad as you would think, Yes there was some possibility of dirt and possibly a bug, but 2K clear flashes relatively fast, so it wasn't like the clear was wet and tacky for hours outside. I just posted a new video, using a small portable compressor and a budget spray gun, I am very happy with how the piece came out. So in my opinion, it can be done without a crazy setup.

[@snowwolvesproductions]

Great job. Thanks for sharing ! I only have a small airbrush... hope that can work. I use Nicco Industries as well. Great guy and wonderful files!!!

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thanks, and stay tuned, I have some plans for some airbrush videos, real soon.

[@snowwolvesproductions]

@@TheLastLayer111 Thanks. Will this 3k gloss work in my airbrush? Thanks.

[@TheLastLayer111]

@@snowwolvesproductions It should , it really depends on what fluid needle size you are using. If you are doing a larger area, you may need something a Bit bigger than a standard airbrush, as the clear may go on to dry.

[@lycaki]

Cool, that shine looks great! I'd be interested to know different sprayer tests, thanks

[@TheLastLayer111]

Thank you, That's coming real soon.

[@davidcooper574]

Great video on the process. Also like how you used the stick to maneuver the helmet to hit the hard to reach areas. Did you just tape it to the inside dome? Waiting to see your future videos.

[@TheLastLayer111]

hot glue

[@mikelander]

Appreciate the video. Your content is great and super helpful. I know you're just getting started out on the channel, but I'd consider a wireless mic or something to cut some of the background noise/echo from your shots in editing. Great job though!

[@TheLastLayer111]

Got one ordered, thanks for the advice.

[@mikelander]

@@TheLastLayer111 Awesome! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@balmighty81]

I look forward to these videos 😊. What size compressor are you using?

[@TheLastLayer111]

Its an 80 gallon, But in going to be doing a video soon, using a LVLP gun with a little pancake compressor

[@balmighty81]

@@TheLastLayer111 oh perfect, I'll be on the lookout. Love the content.

[@milanmartinez7686]

This is the exact way to use an HVLP gun I was looking for, at the 0:28 mark what gun do you use for the primer??

[@TheLastLayer111]

Almost any gun will work for priming. As long as you are using a nozzle size that's big enough to allow the fluid to flow properly, or are reducing it enough. Lately I have been using the Drizzle D1 (available on Amazon), mainly because its affordable and comes with 3 different nozzle sizes. I can spray HB primer with little to no reducer.

[@Escrach17]

Nice! How did you attach the helmet to that piece of wood? I'm currently working on an armor and looking for ways to make it easier to paint each piece

[@TheLastLayer111]

a dab of hot glue always does the trick.

[@TheDiabolicben]

How do you clean the spraygun after running the gloss through it? I ran clear coat through a little airbrush and had to throw it away

[@TheLastLayer111]

Ill take the cap off, fluid tip and and the spray needle out. wash them off with lacquer thinner. I can show it in a video, if that helps.

[@maurice0822]

Hi, What size nozzle would you recommend for base and clear coat?

[@TheLastLayer111]

I use a 1.3

[@maurice0822]

Can you talk about your settings on your spray gun? I know every gun will be different but I would like a baseline to start with and go from there.

[@TheLastLayer111]

Typically I run the the spray gun Full fan, with the fluid needle set all the way open and PSI at 30-35 on the regulator. I cover these setting more thoroughly in the latest video I made using the Drizzle D1. the biggest difference between how I ran the Drizzle and how I ran the spray gun in this video, is the needle setting. I usually run my other spray guns with the fluid knob all the way backed out. It really is a personal preference and how fast you paint.

[@maurice0822]

@@TheLastLayer111 thank you

[@The-Story-Assassin]

New subscriber.

[@nitzerebbhead]

Curious as to what the shelf life is for some of these professional products?

[@TheLastLayer111]

Because most of this is 2K Part, the shelf life is typically much longer. I have had some high build primers that I still use for 10 years. Now that's not to say it will all last that long, but in my experience, it just lasts longer.

[@arthurfish3]

What size compressor is needed? Thanks!

[@TheLastLayer111]

I use an 80 gallon for most clearcoat. But I also did a video on using a small portable compressor with a LVLP gun. And it worked fine if you take some time to learn the process.

[@maurice0822]

Great video. What psi do you set your air tank to?

[@TheLastLayer111]

Compressor is wide open, I think its kicks off at about 145 psi, I set the regulator on that particular gun to about 35psi. I have a video coming out shortly, and I will talk in more detail about setting the regulator. and even using a small compressor.

[@maurice0822]

@@TheLastLayer111 great I look forward to this video coming out.

[@maurice0822]

@@TheLastLayer111 got another question. I’m new to this. When you use a spray gun to paint, do you use any paint or does the paint you use need to be diluted with acetone?

[@TheLastLayer111]

@@maurice0822 Well.. that's a good question. It really depends on what type of paint you are spraying and what type of spray gun you are using. Typically I do a base coat/clear coat process. For the base, I often use spray paint, then spray the clear coat over it to give it protection and shine. The clear coat I'm using is designed for automotive spray guns and does not need thinning.

[@BEBOP3148822]

I make a lot of resin 3d printed helmets and I would love to know if the process that you have done for all of your videos would change since the helmet is made from resin rather than from PLA or ABS

[@TheLastLayer111]

I haven't done a resin printed helmet yet, but I would guess, you could jump straight to the spray primer (that's just a guess). I'm going to find out real soon. I just got the shipping information on my first resin printer, that I pre-ordered a month ago. I'm looking forward to sharing the journey with everyone.

[@BEBOP3148822]

@@TheLastLayer111 Thanks for the message back! Right now I use bondo to help get rid of seams from where I attach pieces together at. Do you think that I would be able to use that two parter that you mix together to glaze the surfacec?Also, obviously no problem if not, but would you happen to have an email to message to I would love to pick your brain from your expertise! Also, if you need any help with setting up your resin 3-D I have had a number of years with many different brands. It is a bit more involved than FDM printers and I could certainly point you in the correct direction in making a more streamline setup.

[@TheLastLayer111]

I use Bondo occasionally for larger imperfections. Glaze is a good compromise between Bondo and HB primer. I love Glaze it spreads very smooth, sands super easy, and I never get any of those little air bubbles you can get with Bondo. I think you would be very happy with it. My Email is listed under My channel Info. I will definitely need advice, I'm a total noob with resin printing.

[@xxxxzorroxxxx]

Can you list the air gun you use. Or video you talk about it

[@TheLastLayer111]

I use several different spray guns. My go to for clear is a SATA 4000B RP, thats a pricy gun. So I tested the Drizzle D1, its very versatile with several tips and sprays very good for the money. I would say, (properly set up) both guns a capable of spraying better than me. Check out my video on using the Drizzle D1, i spray with a mini compressor in that video, but a larger compressor works even better. The gun set up is the same. Enjoy

[@aleigha9629]

How did you secure your helmet to the stick?

[@TheLastLayer111]

A little dab of hot glue does the trick.

[@nickbrown3238]

Do you need to remix the paint between coats? Or does it stay in-hardened for an hour or so while waiting to be sprayed?

[@TheLastLayer111]

No mixing between coats, the clear has a longer pot life, than its flash time. meaning the stuff you spray dries much faster than the stuff in the cup.

[@4lenovreditel]

Hello! Is that PLA filament?

[@TheLastLayer111]

Yes it is. I print so many big things that I really have to consider cost. I started using regular PLA and I have had no problems with it. Honestly I use the cheapest name brand PLA I can find on line. for that print I used Elegoo PLA and it was like 11.99 a spool.

[@4lenovreditel]

@@TheLastLayer111 ok! Thanks a lot!

[@DatFunnyPerson]

you dont have a lot of fluid comming out right? car dudes usually paint the car almost all the way open. how many turns are you from all open?

[@TheLastLayer111]

I run it wide open. Set up the same as I would for a car. Every sprayer is different, so may be a bit different for you. But most of the time it’s wide open.

[@DatFunnyPerson]

@@TheLastLayer111 if I do wide open on my 1.3 nozzle lvlp at 2 bar I get so thick coats I gotta move really fast. It comes out so soft for you it seems

[@TheLastLayer111]

@@DatFunnyPerson every spray gun is a little different, and I sometimes feather the spray trigger. play with it, and figure out what pressure and flow works best for you. I run my spray gun high (35PSI). and run it wide open. but I also spray fast, and don't worry to much abut overspray. I would leave the Pressure higher and turn in the flow, That way you are still atomizing paint properly, but can control the flow, until you get used to the speed.