Calling all modders

[kinabaloo]

some perspex boxes

[kinabaloo]

Actually, Papper-mache could work...really. Coat it with epoxy resin, and you have a case that is durable like hardened plastic. But, it would probably need 2-3 coats so that it won't shatter if dropped or bent.

Yes, when one considers laminates, in a wide sense, the possibilities are many ...

Another idea: fibreglass

Had an idea to render a NicoBox in concrete once, so it resembles a rock

[dedmonwakin]

One could combine epoxy putty as well with fabrication. Most epoxy is heat and shatter resistant, although toxic in it's separate compounds, once combined and cured...your good to go.

Magic sculp (not sculpt) is one that I use in combo with polymer clay. Magic sculp takes about 8-12 hours to cure, and has a working time of 3 hours.

There are other modeling epoxy putties out there that have less working time and faster curing times, but these are often used for repairs. But, work just as well.

Friendly plastic, also very good for starting from scratch...or using in combination with fabrication. This plastic, not so good to leave in the sunlight, or use directly by the atty. It can only tolerate 140-150 degree's(F) before becoming pliable.

Polymer clay (Such as Premo Sculpey, or Super Sculpy, or Fimo(harder)alone would be good as well, but this requires total planning ahead, since it's hardened with 300 degree temp. But, very cheap to obtain. Depending on thickness, it could be flexible, or as hard as a rock.

[kinabaloo]

Then there's BillyBoy's no-case designs ...

a good case of thinking outside the box

lol

[dedmonwakin]

Yes, when one considers laminates, in a wide sense, the possibilities are many ...

Another idea: fibreglass

Had an idea to render a NicoBox in concrete once, so it resembles a rock

I'm trying to fabricate a case out of total plexiglass....let me tell you something. Not worth it.

So, I'm cheating an going to make it out of total clear resin, with some color added....it's gonna be bad to the bone! Litterally.

[kinabaloo]

One could combine epoxy putty as well with fabrication. Most epoxy is heat and shatter resistant, although toxic in it's separate compounds, once combined and cured...your good to go.

Magic sculp (not sculpt) is one that I use in combo with polymer clay. Magic sculp takes about 8-12 hours to cure, and has a working time of 3 hours.

There are other modeling epoxy putties out there that have less working time and faster curing times, but these are often used for repairs. But, work just as well.

Friendly plastic, also very good for starting from scratch...or using in combination with fabrication. This plastic, not so good to leave in the sunlight, or use directly by the atty. It can only tolerate 140-150 degree's(F) before becoming pliable.

Polymer clay (Such as Premo Sculpey, or Super Sculpy, or Fimo(harder)alone would be good as well, but this requires total planning ahead, since it's hardened with 300 degree temp. But, very cheap to obtain. Depending on thickness, it could be flexible, or as hard as a rock.

Some metal sheets can be cold hammered into shape, for a rugged, handmade look.

[kinabaloo]

I'm trying to fabricate a case out of total plexiglass....let me tell you something. Not worth it.

So, I'm cheating an going to make it out of total clear resin, with some color added....it's gonna be bad to the bone! Litterally.

plexiglass is laminated glass or some type of plastic?

[Zofryer]

I'll throw in my vote for Magic Sculpt. This stuff dries like a hard PVC at room tempurature. Very strong. Completely non-toxic. Waterproof. Easy to work with. Only downside is it degrades over time with UV exposure, so you should prime and paint it if that's a concern. It also doesn't shrink when it cures at all, and it dries very very smooth, plus you can shape it with water before it cures. There's just about nothing to hate about it. It's also not too expensive if you buy it by pound.

[dedmonwakin]

plexiglass is laminated glass or some type of plastic?

Yeah, it's what's used for bullet proofing. I heated 1/8 inch thick plexiglass at 1000 degree a couple days ago, yes 1000 degree Fahrenheit and it did not melt....was able to bend it pretty good, but 1000 is too hot and added tiny bubbles.

[dedmonwakin]

I'll throw in my vote for Magic Sculpt. This stuff dries like a hard PVC at room tempurature. Very strong. Completely non-toxic. Waterproof. Easy to work with. Only downside is it degrades over time with UV exposure, so you should prime and paint it if that's a concern. It also doesn't shrink when it cures at all, and it dries very very smooth, plus you can shape it with water before it cures. There's just about nothing to hate about it. It's also not too expensive if you buy it by pound.

Another sculptor maybe? lol

Stuff is great. Also, you can purchase them in a few various colors...but as I forgot to mention. Like polymer clay, it should be painted. They both are UV sensitive....Not sure how long it takes for Magic Sculp to be affected by UV, but it'll cut the life of the polymer to 10 to 25 years. But how long does anyone plan on keeping these things!? lol