SAND CASTING LESSON FOR BEGINNERS - STEP-BY-STEP - (A 3rd HAND) - MSFN

A Detailed Video Aluminum Casting Lesson Covering Everything You Need To Know As a Beginner Metal Caster To Get Started. A Start to Finish Video. Starting With An Idea and Casting Up a Finished Project…..
SEE HOW I MAKE MY GREEN SAND: • DIY GREEN SAND FOR CAS...
Details about Placing Patterns, Ramming Up The Flask, Putting in Sprues, Gates & a Riser then Finishing Off The Casting To Produce The Finished Product. Thanks For Watching & Please Subscribe For More Videos Like This!

[@sensoryadaptation4878]

My professor had my class watch you for a lecture assignment. This video was humorous and enlightening! The process is really cool to watch, and the end result is satisfying.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thats Awesome! Say hello to the class for me!

[@larrylund2682]

This basic foundry was a part of my 7th grade industrial arts class. I still have the sweet American Eagle from recycled aluminum cans we poured. Had a 2 man pouring pole with a sizeable "bucket" of liquid alu men ium. Poured all 14 sand boxes in one swipe. English teacher was on the tender end. Hammerschmit The Shop Master Teacher barking orders. Best instructor I ever had. RIP Big Al.

[@bradleytucker1054]

You really say things in a simple way so it can be understood, and I thank you for that. You don't just talk to fill space on film. I hate when someone goes off on talking about some other thing,when I want them to get to the point. You were very helpful and thanks again sir.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks for the kind words Bradley 😊

[@fumnum3654]

Really helpful. I’m doing engineering and the last time we did sand casting was like 7 months ago. Really helped refresh my memory. Thank you 🤩

[@hedgemcnorry9459]

3rd hand is exactly what I need, had actually planned to make my own instead of buying one for $10 from ebay. Thanks for posting.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Yup!

[@ryancook8888]

I was wanting to add something special to my projects and immediately thought of metallurgy, but had no idea what I was doing. Thank you so much for all the information.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Awesome, hope it helps!

[@MrSmashmonkey]

Just got a few items together for my first try at casting, thanks for taking the time to put up this video

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Awesome, stay safe!

[@davidburns1753]

Being a "maker" myself, I appreciate the 'crisp' method of teaching. Plus, I picked up some tips and will add to my own knowledge base. I've been casting copper for a while and am ready to refine some of my techniques. This helped, thanks!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thats excellent, I am glad you found the video useful. Thanks for the kind words 😊

[@raa6504]

Thank you sir! I am learning this so I can cast ancient tools and weapons.

[@JaceHebert]

love the Mardi Gras reference , I'm from New Orleans so its spot on haha.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

LOL, I forgot about that part! 🍺🎉

[@dildoshwagins2222]

Jace Hebert same same

[@jackharston2630]

I just saw this video and subscribed. Thanks for the lessons you taught.

[@jimm2442]

Awesome, I'm just discovering metal casting and you are providing great information. You have another subscriber and my gratitude. People like you make KZbin a great learning resource!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks for the very kind words Jim and glad you like what you see on my channel 😊

[@c.youngberg9511]

Great Video! Really informative for beginners. Only thing I think that could have been shown or demonstrated better is making a smaller version of the pour cup placed over your vent. Loose metal spilling out could cause problems for potential beginners. A small funnel cup over the vent can help control the metal better as you fill your mold. Otherwise, well done!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks, consider subscribing if ya havent already :) Funny you say that, see my newer video on casting the Virgin of Guadalupe....I do just that! ...or something very similar, I didnt need an extended riser:)

[@arthurleathblountii7060]

I am a patternmaker and this is a great video, simple but informative. Great job.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks Arthur, much appreciated 😊

[@voidjumpingwingmanpewpew1978]

watching in 2020 for my manufacturing final exam, also the fan noise was no problem at all thanks for great vid

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!!!!!

[@hasnainkhokhar4052]

Amazing work Sir, Respect from Mechanical Engineering Student from Pakistan.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!!!!!!

[@TitoTheRaccoon]

awesome video! As far as the fan noise you can separate the audio from the video clip and then delete the audio. If its a long scene you can just add some music or a voice over!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

For what google pays y'all will have to learn to live with a fan noise if present in videos. LOL

[@TitoTheRaccoon]

Well I was just trying to help. It takes 2 seconds to do it if your on a Mac idk about PC, The better the videos come out the more people watch and for longer, then KZbin promotes your videos better.. If you want any tips feel free to email me! But really good video I’ll be doing some casting soon! Do you have a video on how to make a foundary?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

I meant no offense, in my older videos you will find 2 videos on how I made my foundry(s). One is for a brass foundry, the other about the one you just saw in the video

[@solemankhan316]

Xxx

[@footrot17]

I turned on my fan, it blends in nicely

[@madeflowersgrow8988]

I really appreciate this video and the time and dedication you took and making it

[@HK-cw1kz]

yeah ! this video is great and helped me in my study of manufacturing technology....thanx very much sir!...greetings from india

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Glad it helped you out!! Greetings from Florida, USA :)

[@shivercanada]

I made my green sand by your instructions and am ready to do a melt and cast so thank you so much for sharing your skills. P.S. After saying "lets get this show on the road eh!" you automatically became an honorary Canadian!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

😊🤗🎉

[@natsuandhan1232]

Thanks man, this has really helped me with my engineering a level assignment

[@dataking3784]

great video. u made whole process so clear. thank u . may god bless u

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!!

[@Marie-xp1ov]

You rock! 5 of us watched to make sure we understood the process and safety issues that may arise. You were both informative and entertaining-Thanks.

[@bunnyman455]

I wanted to say that I have seen other tutorials, you made it look far easier then it probably is. I'm dyslexic oh, so a good tutorial such as yours makes the difference

[@vegasbattleborn1594]

You got another subscriber! Really enjoyed your details as I've always been interested in sand casting. Thanks!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks! Glad to have you aboard! 😊

[@candytripn]

Hey thanks a ton! I was just introduced to a "builder space" that my Va rec therapist took us too. I'm going to share this with him for sure, this looks to be a fun first project for the metal/forge side.

[@centurialinc]

Good job with the project and the video. I love how handy and frugal you are with the projects. Keep it up. Best Matt

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!, Glad you enjoy the content :)

[@RogerDavis795]

Good video for me, getting ready to be first time mold maker. Also, "something from nothing" is my family's philosophy. As to soldering, that is what I am good at. Suggestion for you, get your iron hotter, heat the work, let the work melt the solder. Yes, I do touch rosin-core solder to the iron tip, just to get some flux ;) I am subscribing to Makin Sumthin from Nuthin now.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks Roger :)

[@alialabade1234]

Thank you so much sir this video helps me understanding the basics of sand casting Love from Dubai.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Glad it helped you ~Richard

[@sattijvsaipraveenreddy7863]

Thanks you sir

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

You are welcome!! :)

[@DoodlesbyDoug]

Doodle dudes and I loved your casting videos! We are always making something from nothing!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thats great to hear, glad you like them. I need to get more casting vids done ~ Richard

[@DoodlesbyDoug]

Makin Sumthin From Nuthin the one thing I’ve learned with my new channel is that there are always more videos to do but not enough time in the day! Happy New Year!!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Agree 100%, Happy New Year 😊

[@patrickbenfield524]

This is a very educational video, well done.

[@madelinesinclair7703]

Fantastic video! Very helpful for my Manufacturing Engineering course. Great to see visual representations of the terms we talk about.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks, great to see a woman watching & commenting on my videos. Best of luck with your course! 🤗

[@cyrilshibu2226]

Thanks sir.. This is by far the easiest video I have seen.. Thanks

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!

[@sreetips]

Very helpful. Thank you

[@koitorob]

Why isn't your bench grinder secured to the bench?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

It is now, not sure about then....

[@Kenneth_James]

Because hes poor. A hole

[@IthBombgard]

This is by far one of the better videos showing the whole process that I have seen so far. I wish I would have seen this when I was first getting my feet wet with everything - would have saved me a lot of time, frustration, money, and I would have ended up where I am now a hell of a lot sooner. Hahaha! Once I'm done building my barn I will have a permanent space for my projects and will hopefully start making a few vids myself. Thanks for the great vids and inspiration, man!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Much appreciated! I would like to see some of your vids...reach out once you start uploading some! 👍🏼

[@IthBombgard]

My only channel right now is my lockpicking channel, but I will definitely let you know when I get something for my new channel. :)

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Please Do! :)

[@alanpeksider2255]

Good work, thank you for sharing this knowledge. God bless 🕊️

[@rustyfox2794]

Great tutorial! Wonderful to see it done so clearly, with just the right amount of explanation, but no waffling like so many do - and without annoying music! Really enjoyed it! Now a couple of questions: First question deleted.... just saw your next video, DIY Green Sand, so question already answered! Secondly, your sand appeared to be much drier than in other videos - is that because it's a different kind of sand? I'm really keen to start some casting, and watching your video has been the tipping point - I'm going to do it!!!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks Rusty, here is a video I produced showing how I make the green sand you see used in my videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOkgquta71pq8U

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

The most common mistake I see is people using too much water....its a fine line between too much and too little :) ~ Richard

[@rustyfox2794]

Hey Richard - thanks for that. I found the link to the next video shortly after I'd posted the question. I edited the question pretty quickly, but your response was lightning fast! I have already watched your video and ordered some cat litter! The next thing is to find some silica sand that's nice and fine. Can't wait to make a forge too. Liked and subscribed!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

The Play Sand they sell here (Florida) was a good candidate, the stuff they sell for making mortar also looked promising....at least the large piles they drop off at homebuilding jobsites did any ways.....not sure about the stuff they sell in bags. Just have to look for the finest possible!

[@bkrjayce]

Cool video, wanted to see a short but detailed video on metal casting. Nice application and the mardi gras reference made me chuckle, stay safe.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fashionfactory3904]

Tq so much this helped me to learn a lot instead of studying the whole stuff

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Great!!

[@fashionfactory3904]

@@MakinSumthinFromNuthin tq for Ur reply

[@nedanother9382]

Im subscribed...im the king of making something from nothin...or free. I love it. Materials are insane expensive, and like guns it's everywhere. Just waiting to make room for the next big purchase. I love Craig's list...who cares if the chairs are mismatched I want the legs and the table top and those two leaves you move from closet to closet. Like a kid in a candy store

[@doyoucomply8770]

Going to try this next week 😃Great vid thanks for the upload. Love from the UK ✌

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Excellent! Happy Casting! 👍🏼

[@auroradrp]

Great tutorial, very clear and informative for a learner like me.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!, I appreciate ya 😊

[@Sswens1]

JB weld is the best! GOOD WORK

[@irfannaufal1302]

I actually learn sand casting from this video

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Excellent! Good luck to you!

[@gregoryfrank6706]

Yes that looked beautiful I found that very informative

[@h1ppy3z]

Cheers trying to learn to teach my boy how to do this stuff very helpful for me 👍

[@tonypike5785]

This is a great idea, thanks so much

[@grahamchapman20-03]

Thank you, i needed this video so i could make a mask. It is a design that i have and i need to make several parts for it. I decided that it would be good to cast the outside from metal.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Hope it helps!! 😊

[@abdelkaderabdulla5468]

Skillful, clean and kind. Thanks for such a good video

[@David-fv7zg]

A couple questions.....1) You didnt address flux? What is it needed and what does it do? 2) Can you recondition the blackened sand after the pour has been completed? Thanks again for doing this.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

I never use flux, the sand can be used repeatedly for years, just add clay when required

[@timmorris8932]

The only thing better than making your own tools is years later when you pick it up to teach your kid and you can see that familiar patina on if from loving use over the years. Maybe cast the "3rd hand" completely out of copper so if and when the wires break you can throw the whole thing into a crucible and recast it. You could possibly also cast the wires directly into the base. I love that your striking off tool appears to be a salvaged leg off of something, and I don't think that "sand gasket" is a step I've never seen anyone else use. Need to pay attention and see if they are.

[@ndamulelotshivhase4786]

thank you sir, really appreciated. the video helped me alot with my mechanical engineering course, _south africa

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

You are most welcome sir, please subscribe if you havent already done so! :)

[@cipactlitonacaxolotl9121]

Gracias, thank you for the skills.

[@mahmoodbasheer5594]

wonderfull video and may god give you strength and health and happiness .. with love from Sudan

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks!

[@duaneschison2012]

thank you for taking the time to do the video, Ill soon be casting and will do this as my first lesson. Ill post my video when i get'er done eh ;) again thank you for your invested time and dedication.

[@quigonalix]

Use ready fluxed solder for electronics ! It's quicker, easier and makes less mess. Also make sure to remove excess flux after soldering.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Yes, as you can see I dont solder for a living. LOL

[@CoolDude-nk7tx]

Super cool video, i might actually try this sometime.

[@athopi]

Likin' your vids! On this project, I'd have gone all the way through to the bottom with the holes and then used the angle grinder to make a short groove from each bottom hole, then my copper would each get an L bend to fit in that groove when pushing it up from the bottom so that when they eventually break or it needs to be put away it can be done easily as there is no permanent bond.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Yep, I didnt think that one thru! Great idea!

[@vikas2435]

Thank you This video helped me to understand the casting process Love from india

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Glad it helped, greetings from USA :)

[@robertorosales2022]

Thanks for giving back.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@deangoodman2863]

This clarifies many questions I had. Thanks for a good video!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks Dean!

[@cameronjones8317]

This really helped for my upcoming exam thanks

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks for Watching!.....glad it helped out! :)

[@AliShah-vp2tu]

Nice very informative video. Beside this soldering is very interesting job while soldering it important to rough calculation of some of concern to it. soldering area and mass involve which you want solder and heat up like if you want solder a one inch or two inch thick plate with normally it will be difficult comparing to one mm thick plate. it will be more difficult in the center comparing to one of its corner, what type of solder ( lead and tin combination) you are using, what type of flux you are using , it the soldering area is well cleaned or rusted and of coarse the practice makes man perfect . you have so briefly define the casting process that I have made mind to do it myself.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

As you can see in the video, I know very little about soldering! LOL

[@mouseminer2978]

Nice little project, Very useful.

[@rawizulkefli]

Love it!

[@BaconbuttywithCheese]

Would it be possible to cast the copper wire into the aluminum when it gets poured? Nice instructional video.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks....If you think about the orientation of the pattern in the sand mold, the wires would have had to stick out the bottom of the drag so that was a no go, had considered that tho 😊

[@struiswaai]

Thanks mate. Very informative and helpful.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks Johan! Cheers :) ~ MSFN

[@LostWoodsman76]

Good video. Enjoyed it.

[@tasmaigulab3196]

Very detailed. Good work

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thx!!!!

[@smatt566]

i would love to see more castings! great work!

[@saneauto]

Cool work.

[@chansfor]

Thank you, nicely done. What kind of metals can you use in this method of casting?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Aluminum, brass & cast iron etc., not steel

[@MohamedMohsen-yo4fs]

Pretty good 👍👍👍

[@0oShaydo]

Great Videos. Between this video and the how to make green sand tutorial i'd say you cover everything really well. Would you do lost foam casting also using green sand?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks, I have a lost foam video using green sand, here is a link kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn7FqnWldtmEqJY

[@0oShaydo]

Excellent thank you, that answers my questions perfectly :). Awesome collection of videos, they seem to cover it all from start to finish in good detail. Keep up the good work :).

[@sportingchancesafaris5596]

Thanks for sharing your skills - much appreciated.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

YW! And Thank You for Watching! Please consider subscribing if you enjoy the content :)

[@johnhaverson6313]

Thank you for a useful video. What sort of sand do you use and do you add anything to help it bind together.

[@Kenneth_James]

Useful video. The king of Random needs to learn from u.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

He does....but he doesnt provide credit where credit is due. Between numerous emails and phone conversations with him I never even got an mention in his "making green sand" video. Live and Learn.... ~ Richard

[@ГигаК]

Excellent quality. Is it just a sand or sand with liquid glass? I've got a problem with aluminium boiling. It's ruining the model. Can you tell me why? Thank you!

[@Hide_and_Tweak]

nice video (it's actually possible to remove the background noise sound with a denoiser if the noise is constant)

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thanks, what noise was an issue? I never watch my own vids. LOL :)

[@user-xr5ch9re5w]

it is very very very very good

[@TheChristmasNinja12]

Is a specific type of sand needed for casting? I wouldn't have expected dry sand to keep its shape so well, but obviously you didn't wet it. Otherwise, I imagine the evaporation and steam would have caused all sorts of trouble.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

watch my video on how to make the sand: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOkgquta71pq8U

[@winstonapplewhite7377]

Hi is the sand a special type of sand you have to use. I was just wondering.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Yes, it is, see how I make it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOkgquta71pq8U

[@Smosas]

Thank you this was useful:)

[@jonathanshepard3054]

Does the sand need anything added to it to keep it formed in the cast?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Yes, 10% powdered bentonite clay. I have a video on my homepage on how to make the sand

[@112358miau]

How do you deal with lead fumes? Isnt it toxic? Really nice tutorial

[@jaefiveable]

What do you mix with the sand to make it stay in place

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOkgquta71pq8U

[@russellsmith8609]

Very impressive video. Something that caught my eye, where did you find the pin locks that you used on the side of the flask?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

I made those from 1/2" square plastic I got free from craigslist and the steel pins were cut down from a steel shaft I found inside a internal CD drive from a computer I scrapped :)

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Hows the flask making going?

[@russbrownell6312]

Do you reuse the sand after making a casting? If so, do you just add more water and mix?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Just add more water and remix....YUP :)

[@gixxersquid69]

OMG this IS the lesson. My whole college is nothing compared to this video. Thank you.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Thank you, glad to hear you liked it. I have other casting videos too 😊

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Share it with your classmates 😊

[@gixxersquid69]

I had a question _ Can i cast aluminum wheel rim for my bike and be sure that is strong enough and won't break ? It was splitting to half so i aluminium welded the weaker part as a temporary solution. Current rim is a aluminum too but not sure it is a cast or forged.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

I would not personally use anything I cast for any purpose that could cause physical injury. Bike rims are likely stamped out and formed (forged). Bicycle or motorcycle?

[@claudegagne2805]

Great course on how to cast. There are about 12 safety violations though. LOL! Still a great video!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Right on

[@Frogmobile52]

A gym cast iron disc would also make a good base for this rig... Anyhow, gread video to refresh my memory how to begin with the cope and the drag (not queen) 😂

[@CarlinComm]

Hey nice job, simple and easy to follow. I'm curious if you've ever tried sand casting for resins? Reason I ask, is I've experimented with making silicone molds, which are great for resin casting, but the silicone is expensive, especially if its only a one off. I'm thinking sand would make more sense. Thanks and best wishes!

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

Hi Carlin, No...I have never tried resins or silicone. Looked into it but supplies were toooo pricey for me! :) I have another video about making the sand if you wanna check it out. Thanks for watching!

[@CarlinComm]

+Makin Sumthin From Nuthin thanks will check it out :)

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

:)

[@bobabrahams5647]

How accurate is the result to the original in the mold as the cast is being made dimensionally speaking

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

The casting will be 3% smaller +\- Thanks for watching & Happy Holidays! 😊🎉

[@ebentoyne508]

Love your work mate 👍

[@JaredElliott1]

Just wonder if cans would make for good source of casting metal?

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

They do for my purposes. I will be doing a vid on just soda and beer can melting here soon. Please subscribe so you dont miss it.

[@JaredElliott1]

+Makin Sumthin From Nuthin Thanks. Will do!

[@TheNatashavicegrip61]

Thumbs 8.2 I Should be 8.3 Very Good Information. Very Helpful

[@amirbakian3696]

Thank you i learned a lot!

[@Weigazod]

What kind of sand did you use to make it stick together into a mold like that? It looks magical (from outside the field) It feels so fascinating watching people crafting stuffs.

[@MakinSumthinFromNuthin]

How to make the sand: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKOkgquta71pq8U