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| Terminology: | What is "ozt" and why do you use it? |
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| "ozt" is an abbreviation of "ounce troy" and is commonly used as a measuring unit for precious metals. 1ozt = 1.097oz = 31.1035 grams | ||||
| What is "dwt"? | ||||
| A "dwt" is often called a pennyweight and is a measuring unit for precious metals. 20dwt = 1ozt. 1dwt = .05ozt = 1.555 grams. | ||||
| What is "RTV" mold? | ||||
| RTV stands for "room temperature vulcanizing". This material is used for pieces that cannot stand the high temperatures used to cure regular rubbers. It also has a very low shrinkage properties making it useful for molding wax patterns. | ||||
| Ordering: | What is the fastest turnaround possible? | |||
| It depends on the quantity but if we already have your molds, we can cast and finish in 24 hrs. However, if we need to make a new mold, we will need at least 2-3 days. | ||||
| What is the maximum size you can cast? | ||||
| We can cast up to small sculptural objects but this is determined on a piece by piece basis. | ||||
| What is the maximum thickness you can cast? | ||||
| This depends on the piece but in general we do not recommend casting thicker than 1/4" and thinner than 17 gauge. | ||||
| Why new metal vs. scrap metal? | ||||
| We only use fresh casting grain for all our castings. In this way we can guarantee every piece that leaves our shop | ||||
| Products: | How do I choose a type of mold? | |||
| Every molding material offers different advantages: from high tear strength to low shrinkage. Let us know what your needs are and we will determine what best suits your project. | ||||
| Choice of metals? | ||||
We have a very large inventory of casting grains: from different kinds of brass, bronze and silver to custom designed gold alloys. Call us for a consultation. |
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