Silicone Rubber Cut Molds: Faster, Cheaper and SO MUCH BETTER.

[@RobertTolone]

Here is a link to a downloadable PDF file with a list of the rubber, resins and waxes I use in my videos: www.dropbox.com/s/kz6mhmf7v5vpy7l/Material%20and%20Suppliers.pdf?dl=0

[@yapandasoftware]

Wonhung Tiki

[@isabellrc]

Thanks 4 the PDF

[@Rexen1995]

Thanks!

[@TheDreamSyndicateArts]

Just grabbed this list- thanks! I've been using Smooth-On products, but they're so pricey that I think I need to find alternatives.

[@tylerbarr7205]

You. Sir, you are a gentleman and a scholar. I for one can say this molder to be greatly appreciates you!

[@RobertTolone]

Been 3D printing since 1998. I love it. Back in those days the machines were very expensive so you sent the files out to be printed.

[@dyscea]

It was a thing? I thought it was impressive that this “new tech” was so affordable to the casual, home artist.

[@RobertTolone]

@@dyscea Home printing is relatively new. In the late 90’s there were service bureaus that would print your files. But they were very expensive prints. I first used them for making toy prototypes for Star Wars kid’s meal toys. The characters we hand sculpted but the machines, robots, speeders etc. we modeled in CAD and printed on 3D machines. I’m a character sculptor, mold making is integral to my business but not the main focus of my studio.

[@sw8398]

@@RobertTolone Very Cool, I did my Uni Thesis on the LOM RP system back in 1995, the Hypothesis , (just a Uni thing, doesnt matter if it fails or not, its the idea that counts) was using hemp paper to make stronger models, i made a system that could layer the material, the hemp paper, like a laminate...so my claim to fame, if the F1 cars use, carbon fibre 3d prints, i was the first !!! ...how do you like the Fordom wax pen?, does it last a while, good value?

[@RobertTolone]

@@sw8398 I’ve had my Foredom Wax pen for at least 10 years; it has done a good job for me.

[@SAMZIRRA]

I believe 3d and 4d printing will be among the most important inventions in human history. Especially now that scientists can print food. Imagine a ship lands on Mars. It sends out a rover which builds a structure, like a robot garage. It then mines its building materials from the planet. Now it can build a base. However, it could use some assistamce. It prints another rover, who prints another rover. They build bases for the human to reside in. and so on...

[@MAsWorld1]

I respect you for resisting the temptation to show the cutting of the sprue, you are a true gentleman

[@RobertTolone]

That sprue has provoked a LOT of commentary. 😀

[@chwenhoou]

The CrafsMan Steady Craftin recommended your channel. I am amazed at your craftmanship, Robert. You're the high school shop teacher I never had. ^_^

[@TherealSam561]

🤯🤩

[@violadabratsche4914]

I love the dad energy, very comforting

[@carlyfox9043]

I just found your Chanel, you made me feel like I was 8years old again working with my pop in his shed. Subscribed

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you enjoyed it Carly. Thanks for watching.

[@batman2925]

pop?

[@carlyfox9043]

@@batman2925 grandfather, in Australia we call them pop

[@batman2925]

@@carlyfox9043 ty

[@MarcyMckeefer]

Probably the number one thing I would chose to do if I could go back in time.

[@johnburrows7938]

You sir, are a true artist, people should respect the old school, this is old school cool! Perfect!

[@lostxj]

One of the informative episodes of "The Red Green Show" I have ever seen.

[@stevesharkey6426]

If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.

[@thejkyle]

@@stevesharkey6426 words to live by. Keep yer stick on the ice!

[@ericmoody3944]

I knew his voice sounded familiar....

[@desktorp]

didn't dawn on me until I read this comment and now I can't unhear it

[@turbulent-582]

best video of understandable explanations, no useless unnecessary talk, thank you and best of luck to you

[@michaelosmon]

It’s interesting that I was in my shop this morning having trouble with a lighter because of the cold. I started designing a “hotbox” in my head to keep things warm that need to be kept warm, then I came back to the house for breakfast. I’m watching your video and you put your mold in your fridge which you called a hotbox and instantly I realized I overcomplicate things lol. I have a bunch of gutter heaters in my work truck that we use to keep enclosures from freezing in the winter, it has an automatic thermostat set at about 50 I think. Otherwise an old fridge would be a perfect solution and save me many hours and dollars. Thank you sir

[@mattclanton8188]

The knots in the rubber bands are genius.

[@louwhite4036]

With restaurant exhaust duct we can't have pin holes. A good test is use your pen light through that center hole with lights off. :)

[@tybrady4598]

Very interesting! I’m surprised how simply the silicone mold is cut in half. I always figured it would be much more complicated and would need to somehow catch the exact outer most edges. I guess that’s a big advantage of using a mold that is bendable and can stretch some.

[@Rime_Di_Michelangelo]

This just popped up in my KZbin Homepage. I don't know why but 1 minute in and it looks interesting as hell, let's go!

[@Futt.Buckerson]

I saw the preview of this video in my feed and assumed it was an Adam Savage video. My brain spent like 10s trying to reconcile my expectation w/ what I was seeing. Lol Enjoyed the video!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Aaron! Hope you weren’t too disappointed when you discovered I wasn’t Adam. 😄

[@lanceanthony198]

I love the crude work setup. This is a true working man’s workshop

[@cyberneticwarmachine]

You can just hear the experience in the video. So much useful and on point information. Thank you for making this!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks for watching!

[@mistydownes6890]

Also, I meant to thank you for pointing out how expensive mold making materials are! Great tips for measuring the mold mixture and the resin. When I see a video where they mix a whole container of mold compound for a small mold, I don’t trust them!

[@8Robba]

I do not know why this came up in my recommendations, but I did struggle with moldcasting in my youth until I had to give up on them. As I saw your video-title it gave me some hope! And the video did not dissapoint! Thank you!

[@prauwnsauce]

Thank you for your knowledge, the cutting the mold jagged tip is one of those things that you would never think of doing until you realized it. Can’t wait to binge watch every last one of your videos till my brain explodes

[@RobertTolone]

😀😀👍🏼

[@ambergardnerthequeen7842]

I’ve been studying trying to find out how to create a mold and you helped me with everything thank you so much !

[@RobertTolone]

Glad my video helped you Amber. Thanks for watching!

[@mags4553]

He measured resin with that contraption??!? I couldn't get that accuracy with digital scales lol. Impressed new subbie right here 😀

[@RobertTolone]

That “contraption” measures accurately to 1/10 of a gram. You can literally add a drop of resin to a container and watch the scale rise. Balance beam scales have been in use for thousands of years and some designs are capable of fantastic accuracy while weighing tiny objects. I love my scale. Plus, no need for electricity or batteries.

[@vincentrobinson2994]

Phenomenal video and your narrating was engaging the whole way through! I'm definitely a new regular to your channel now so thank you :D

[@martinoconnor4314]

I have no idea why this video came up in my recommended vids but I'm so glad it did. I have never seen such a well thought out tutorial as this with absolutely everything explained. Thanks!

[@CaptainKnots]

This was so much fun to watch man! I've made just a couple of simple molds in my time and I'm really impressed by all this! Thanks for sharing your hard earned wisdom!

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@guyosborn615]

Thank you! This is the final piece of the jigsaw for me - next step, do this, wax cast and then lost wax cast of silver for casting my wife's favourite fossils

[@thevdevitor]

Charismatic old man that does awesome arts and crafts. Totally subscribed

[@sirenofsound]

I did get something out of it! Thank you! I'm not new to casting but I am certainly new to 3D printing and I suppose making the "negatives"? Impressions? Can never remember the term. But I do love it and it's so much fun! Thank you for the info! 💚💚🧜‍♀🧜‍♀💜💜

[@MarianaLux]

Thank you for this video ~ Thank you for your hardwork and showcasing your abilities and teaching us !

[@RobertTolone]

Thank you for watching! I appreciate it very much.

[@stevesloan6775]

“Something out of it.” Understatement..! Inspiration to do my first mould.. is a special something🤜🏼🤛🏼😎🇦🇺🍀🍀🍀🤓

[@powell117]

One of the best tutorial videos on any subject I've ever watched on KZbin. Nice work sir.

[@jwl2011]

I want to come be Robert's apprentice. Teach me, master!

[@wellington66440]

I've seen so many videos on this subject and this channel is by far the most informative. it prevents you from so many mistakes. thank you!

[@ItsALizzyFish]

Love the idea of using cardboard and beeswax for a mold box! I've been using corrugated plastic stuck together with hot glue, but it feels so wasteful (both of the plastic and of the rubber, since it's hard to make round boxes that way!)

[@sheenamoore3938]

I'm sooo late to the party!!! What a great teacher.Your voice is so smooth n calm.Have learnt so much.Thank you.

[@valentinacoppola4370]

Hi Mr. Robert, thanks for such good content! You're a master at what you do!!

[@nihtgengalastnamegoeshere7526]

One thing I learned from another KZbinr- if you can get your hands on some lego blocks, you can use them to build your mould case. You can make them the exact size you need, the disassembly is easy, and instead of using rubber bands which might squash the mould, you can just build the lego case around it again when you do your casting.

[@RobertTolone]

Yes, many like people using legos. I don’t have any so I don’t use them for making molds. It would be fun to try it out.

[@Larry]

Could you use zip ties or velcro straps rather than rubber bands to hold the mould? would they be more accurate for pressure?

[@Gundalow]

Hello you! Fancy meeting you here! The only reason as to why I personally wouldn't use those two would be having to cut the velcro to size, making it useless for larger molds, and zip ties are 1 time use, as opposed to rubber bands being a little more reusable and versatile, but other than that I see no reason as to why they wouldn't work.

[@StudioRevoct]

Larry I swear I randomly run into you somewhere online everyday, you're becoming a comment section staple. Anyway you could use a perfectly sized hard container if you really wanted it perfectly pressurised. I noticed when using zip ties it's easy to either under or over tighten the mold compared to rubber bands, but everyone has different methods. Try and see what works for you!

[@Ghryst]

you really need a solid mold clamp, preferably the one that the mold was created in... but this amateur destroyed it. recommend you stay away from this bad advice. 2 part molds produce far superior casts, which is why the extra step was invented in the first place. it wasnt just done to make the job harder

[@StudioRevoct]

@@Ghryst there are benefits to both one and two part molds, it's unfair to say one is better for everything compared to the other. Also this guy's definitely not an amateur.

[@Ghryst]

@@StudioRevoct there are no benefits to hacking up a perfectly good mold in such an unprofessional manner, hence then "amateur". protip: "old" and /or "experienced" does not equate to "not amateur" Amateur: noun: 2. a person who is incompetent or inept at a particular activity. adj, 2. done in an incompetent or inept way.

[@Czerny00]

Sir. Your video is very clear and shows that you have a lot of experience to back it up. I know its one of many comments. But thank you for making time for this video

[@RobertTolone]

Thank you Johan. Glad you enjoy my videos.

[@bugglesman]

Fantastic video - you ooze experience. Looking to get into casting and I'm feeling more excited than ever while watching this.

[@tbrowntracyj]

Mr tolone is wonderful speaker and his expertise wisdom and artistic vision passes that ability to bring your own vision into reality like a PRO

[@edwardmurray2284]

Thank you, many interesting techniques I dont see any other mold makers on KZbin using.

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you enjoyed it Edward. Thanks for watching!

[@keeleycarrigan]

Interesting. Almost all the mold tutorials I see are for two part molds. Great video and explanation

[@jonnymiskatonic]

First video of yours I've watched, and hot damn this info is exactly what I've been needing. From the technique this video was showing, but also your pressure chambers and the hot box, all of it. Great stuff man.

[@ericmaher4756]

Great craftsmanship

[@crazy_tulip1552]

Just found your channel and I’m so glad I did. This was so interesting. I’m not sure what this profession is called, but it looks like a lot of fun!

[@Animal_House_Prints]

I just got a resin printer and have been scouring KZbin for tips, I stumbled across your channel and even tho it’s not exactly what I was looking for I’m glad I found it cause it’s very enjoyable, entertaining and informative. I can’t wait to enjoy the rest of your content.

[@w4shep]

I really enjoyed this video and learned a lot! You have a wonderful teaching style making each step of each process very understandable. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience! You've earned a new sub & like from me 👍🏼🙂

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@MrsEarth-pf4cr]

I've been making molds for a few years and I've learned a lot from this video. Thank you

[@sadatharoon]

beautiful, man i wish i could hire you to mold and cast my projects!

[@sharitumlinson3747]

I am a learner. 🙂 You taught me something today. Thank you.

[@QuinnParsley]

This man is a badass. Thank you for the awesome tutorial!

[@RobertTolone]

I am constantly being called a bad ass, but they leave out the bad.

[@kellymilne7273]

Absolutely brilliant video. I scoured Google and TikTok for advice on how to get a successful, reusable mold for a polymer clay figurine I’m making. Your video was methodical and knowledgeable without being boring or dragging on ⭐️

[@coolcalmandcollected7907]

Had me tickled with the unfortunate spot 🤣 And then 😲ripped the feet off! I guess you win some and you lose some 🤣

[@ArcticFlies56]

Bob, it’s a strange thing how we get use to doing things one way and even though we hear you telling us that pouring the hardener in first then pour in the silicone because it mixes better that way. Well, today I decided to give it a try. Low and behold you were right as always. Very few streaks and silicone didn’t stick to the walls of the cup! Now I’m converted to the Robert Tolone way of mixing. Old dogs do learn new tricks.

[@RobertTolone]

It took me YEARS to discover that simple trick. Now I can’t mix it any other way. Too lazy to scrape the cup!

[@chinupduck4849]

can't wait to find out what i'm here for

[@TheCatatonicAngel]

I've spent DAYS looking for good content for casting molds. THIS is amazing, thanks my guy!

[@RobertTolone]

I’m glad you found my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@kohtaosunrise7354]

Hi Robert, what is the last chamber ? pressure or vacuum ? thank you. very informative

[@airriflemaniac]

Has to be pressure based on the way the lid is.

[@playerrainernrc5273]

I love a balance used outside a school lab setting. Feels vintage but authentic

[@michaelholmes2101]

Hello again Robert, when you put he resin filled mould in the tank, was that another de gassing tank ?

[@darksunrise957]

Considering the lid is positioned to push out from the inside, it's a pressure vessel, which is generally used to reduce bubbles in casting because it crushes the air bubbles so small so that you can't even see them any more. Or so I remember hearing.

[@sowellfan]

Thanks, I was wondering the same thing. Weird how vacuum and pressure are both used to reduce bubbles, but in different contexts.

[@kevinaguilar4487]

You Just Put A Wrinkle In My Brain! I always thought you needed to place a fantastically precise barrier in the space between his arms and body,,,,and legs and base,,, but you just separate and cut the mold rubber that fills those areas as you demold the model. I'll remember this next time I ever make one of these types of molds.,,,,,,, Thank you for sharing this,,, and that's all I have to say about that........

[@RobertTolone]

The trickiest part to cutting those rubber islands in the model is knowing precisely where they are. If you stretch the rubber too far the cut will be off-center and that can cause problems when you close the mold to pour the next casting. If you cut it correctly it works perfectly!

[@Freigeist20789]

Would it be useful, after filling the mold form to once again do the vaccuum chamber. To remove any introduced air by the dripping?

[@mrc8308]

Yes this is what I do. Actually I skip the inital degass and just degass the rubber in the mould. You do have to make the mould box/tube much taller though, as the rubber rises in the vaccum chamber. If Robert had degassed this mould quite some rubber would have been lost over the sides.

[@lionsblood321]

You have taught me more about mold making than any other person on youtube thus far, and I have been through many videos. Much appreciated, God bless.

[@RobertTolone]

Patriotic White I’m glad you find my videos useful. Thanks for watching! Did you see my video on making the hotbox? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqqkY4h9lJV9o6s

[@moodberry]

Loved seeing you do this, but one question: What is the "tank" for that you put it into after pouring the resin?

[@mattstokes9624]

It is a pressure tank. Any remaining air bubbles are compressed so that they are eliminated. If you did it in the vacuum chamber it could bubble over.

[@LaZieGoblin]

@@mattstokes9624 Doesn't that cause issues later? Since they could still be trapped inside the model.

[@RobertTolone]

Once the resins is cured it locks the bubble in the resin and they don’t cause problems.

[@MrStickykey]

@@RobertTolone what psi is needed to eliminate the bubbles?

[@RobertTolone]

@@MrStickykey I run my tanks at around 50 psi but I have never really tested what the minimum psi requirement is.

[@1Freddie55]

Hey Robert, your Channel just popped up on my feed, and I'd forgotten how mesmerizing a parting line could be!

[@RobertTolone]

Hey Karl A! Yeah, those parting lines are a laugh riot!

[@1Freddie55]

@@RobertTolone This is a great video that's really inspirational to others to pick it up! I'd forgotten how much fun it was to cast my own crazy jewelry way back in the day!

[@RobertTolone]

@@1Freddie55 Thanks for watching my videos Karla.

[@1Freddie55]

@@RobertTolone You have so many amazing ones to choose from, it's probably a deep dive into the sketchbooks next.

[@R_Kurogami]

I learnt one thing: wax is everything !

[@kathryn653]

Thank you for making this content. I wouldn't be able to learn this skill if someone wasn't willing to teach for free.

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you find it helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@jbray250]

Nobody: Robert (pointing at his junk): THAT part of the anatomy

[@solensovida]

Hahahah I thought the same. Thats why I liked the video

[@borisbarat4858]

Very nice video. What I found working for me as frame to keep the silicone mold in place is LEGO. I build a frame from LEGO, pour the silicone mold into it. Its easy to take apart when creating the mold and simple to re-build when you want to use the mold for resin pouring. I gives the cut mold form a lot of stability when pouring the resin in. For larger object the rubber bands will not hold the mold perfectly. The only negative is, if you are not careful and spill the resin on the lego, there is no way to properly clean it and ....

[@chaosordeal294]

"Sneak up on the old B."

[@duaneglover1211]

Years ago i used your method to make deep sea fishing lures in hawaii, thanks for the memories, good job

[@RobertTolone]

Did you attach the hardware (eyelets, weight, etc) to the lure after the castings cured or did you pour the resin around them? Also, did you add microballoons or some other material to make the resin more buoyant?

[@rushaa123]

I watched that WHOLE VIDEO... and you didn’t even show the thing up close at the end.

[@surendersingal2192]

Great dexterous hands sir, to shape mind blowing products, looks like lotsa patience n precision work. Thank you sir

[@elsevillaart]

Great artisan skills.

[@LilDirt12]

Awesome. Thanks Robert. I'm in the process of attempting to make a mold of a mermaid fountain and she has arms. I wasn't sure what to do with that area. Now I do! Now I just have to figure out what to do with the area (void) that the water flows up and out of her shell. Cross your fingers!! Love you!!

[@samussherman3569]

Fantastic work, sir! I cannot wait to get back to casting again

[@jungsomewhat]

Thank you very interesting, always nice to see a close up of the casting and a side by side comparison ...

[@jordanmcnulty6768]

awesome and this guy is talented and calming to watch !

[@tdeuce7]

you are a national treasure! I can't wait to use the skills I've learned from you to make my own molds.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Taryn!

[@daveschwi3767]

You're 100% correct, cut molds are the way to go whenever possible. You will never get a perfect parting line with clay, then mold release and multiple silicone pours. Over the years I have grown to dislike claying things up as well. Sometimes it's so time consuming and drudgery

[@neileyre6019]

Soooo nice to see you’ve metric! If only more were like you. The advantages of the metric system are seemingly endless.....probably an exaggeration but hey we’re on a mission!. Great vid btw.

[@christianfriedrichs]

Wow! The quality of this video makes it seem, like you have a million more subscribers. You are awesome!

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Christian. Yes please, I’ll take a million more subscribers!

[@supergap]

thanks a lot friend, very good quality video!

[@superatech]

I enjoyed watching this.

[@OzkAltBldgCo-bv8tt]

My question is can you use a silicone mold to make silicone parts I'm interested in making a universal flashlight holder that will universally fit both a flashlight and a barrel? It would slide over both the barrel and the flashlight would also fit inside the other side. They may be shaped sort of "C" shaped or maybe not have a cut in the ring?

[@ig7002]

Ok, you convinced me. I'm going to make a cut mold! I appreciated this video. Thank you!

[@RobertTolone]

Give it a try, it works!

[@cyrushomazaad3781]

❤️brilliant, thank you very much for sharing with us 🙏

[@krzysztofmathews738]

Excellent demonstration. Very clear and engaging.

[@umlooad]

Very good explanation. Thanks for sharing.

[@davidwhitcher1708]

You are a great teacher.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks David!

[@lugandnut]

New to your channel - what a joy to watch!

[@RobertTolone]

Thank you Lisa, welcome!

[@TheRealChimera]

You've helped me so much with mold making I'm putting my own figures on my website now because of you. I can't thank you enough!

[@jessemartinez6781]

I got everything I needed from this. Time to manufacture 😎

[@jorgemartorana]

Un señor con mucha experiencia que facilita todo el proceso. Gracias!!

[@TheGoreCollection]

Enjoyed watching your process and I've mostly stuck with square and rectangular two-part molds. Never thought about the even distribution with a cylinder mold. Thank you for the tip.

[@A-ke7ys]

That's for making this video. I learned a lot .

[@THEJR-of5tf]

Great video, thank you. The way you used a jagged cut to split the mould was inspired. and makes perfect sense.

[@stuartmccloud307]

Wow, opened up my eyes to what's possible, thanks!

[@RobertTolone]

Glad you found it useful!

[@hillbillyjoker1962]

Awesome video

[@kiranshashiny]

Awesome video - that you produced at this age. Loved it and your enthusiasm in sharing it.

[@RobertTolone]

Thanks Shashi!