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Chapter 0 - Introduction
Chapter 1 - Materials
How to Make IRC
Gary Overman's Charity Wax Recipes
Chapter 2 - Tools
Wax Injector
Vacuum Caster & De-bubbler
One Touch, variable heat gun
A Spin casting centrifuge.
A Reil Type Propane Burner.
A Tumble Mixer for Dry Components.
A Poor Man's Engraver Ball.
A Wax Warmer.
A Homemade Sand Muller.
Chapter 3 - RTV Molds
     Example 1: Split Mold
Chapter 3A - Alginate Molds
     Example 1: Clasping Hands
Chapter 4 - Plaster Molds
     Example 1: Fish Mold
Chapter 5 - Latex Molds
     Example 1: A Latex Glove Mold
Chapter 6 - Vinyl Molds
Chapter 7 - Silicone Caulk Molds
Last Update (9 APR 2007)
     Example 1: A Glove Mold
Chapter 8 - Slip Casting
Chapter 8A - Steam Casting
Chapter 9 - Misc. Notes
Chapter 10 - The Hall of Shame
Appendix A - Definitions
Appendix B - Suppliers
Appendix C - Credits
Appendix D - Resources
     Example 1: Casting & Mold FAQ
A Wax Warmer - Gary Overman

Homemade Wax Warmer or Putty Oven courtesy of WillowProducts and MyHeap.com


     Please Note: I built this for my own use. If you choose to copy it, you are free to do so, BUT.................... No warranty is either implied or expressed. This project involves the basic wiring of electricity and therefore does pose the or worse, If your are unsure of your wiring skills, seek professional help. Also Also since this unit is designed to produce enough heat to soften wax, it could produce enough heat to melt some. Never leave it on unattended. All home build projects are done at your own risk and I assume no liabilities. (C)2006 Gary Overman - Free for distribution if unmodified.

     A PDF version of this file may be downloaded by clicking HERE.


     Aluminum diffuser spreads heat from100 watt light bulb to evenly heat space.

     Light dimmer and adjustable height of interior platform provide adjustment of heat.

     Popcorn tin was cut with tin shears to make exterior shell.

     Corners were cut off 8 inch ceramic tile so that it fit in lid of tin.

     As an assembly.

     A porcelain (no plastic) light fixture is wired to light dimmer.

     100 watt bulb used. 3/4” plywood is lid. Aluminumflashing forms diffuser.

     Top view.

     Diffuser keeps a hot spot fromforming directly under bulb. Don’t build without it!

     Completed

     I get readings of 110f on mid power and 150f on full power. Your results may vary.