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by jasperspry
Tue Mar 23, 2004 4:49 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: What kind of compressor is best for sand blasting glass?
Replies: 4
Views: 12108

Thanks Bert, Yes, this is what I'd like to know. How much horse power, and how large a tank is ideal, and any reccommendations for brands. I've looked at a couple that are well over $400.00, but why buy one that is too big? Although I plan to be in the studio for the rest of my life, I do not plan t...
by jasperspry
Tue Mar 23, 2004 2:27 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: What kind of compressor is best for sand blasting glass?
Replies: 4
Views: 12108

What kind of compressor is best for sand blasting glass?

Hi, What is the best size compressor for sandblasting glass, and what psi should I blast at for light surface removal and also for carving? Does anyone reccommend a good brand? I have a new Skat Blast sandblaster that someone sold me very quite cheaply, but no compressor. Also, is it reasonable to e...
by jasperspry
Tue Feb 10, 2004 12:35 pm
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Steaming wax out of moulds
Replies: 16
Views: 22340

sculpting wax

Have any of you tried using Scupt-a-wax? The company representatives say that its "wax", and melts out cleanly for lost wax moulds, but it is more oily than waxy and is opaque. It feels great in your hands for sculpting, unlike my experience with microcrystaline. I wouldn't want to use it ...
by jasperspry
Mon Feb 09, 2004 3:34 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Steaming wax out of moulds
Replies: 16
Views: 22340

Thank you Valla.
Do you also recommend any specific type of wax? And please mention where you buy it if possible.
what kind of Tube do you use that doesn't melt?

thanks again,
Jasper Spry and Sarah Hall
by jasperspry
Fri Jan 30, 2004 1:35 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Steaming wax out of moulds
Replies: 16
Views: 22340

Thanks for lending me some ideas. I checked out the Professional steamers. They look Great! But, alas, expensive. Ellen , what is a 5th burner and what is hardware cloth? This sounds like a good way to preserve the wax and keep the mess down. Brad, how would you suggest hooking up the teapot. I wish...
by jasperspry
Wed Jan 28, 2004 1:58 am
Forum: Kiln Casting
Topic: Steaming wax out of moulds
Replies: 16
Views: 22340

Steaming wax out of moulds

Does anyone know the name of a steamer brand for melting out wax? Is there a website that illustrates how to set this up best for smaller than a bread box wax sculpts?