Sand Casting: Which Casting Material To Use
Green sand or play sand? In this video, we compare lost foam casting in 4 different types of casting sands. We use green sand, a delft clay alternative (like a casting clay), plaster of paris, and play sand to do the investment casting. See below for where to get the materials.
The Casting Materials Tested
[✓] Green Sand (the one that turned out best) http://amzn.to/2hSY3YD
[✓] Delft Clay Alternative http://amzn.to/2vqYePx
[✓] Plaster of Paris http://amzn.to/2v4XRdn
[✓] Play Sand http://amzn.to/2hwju16
[✓] Foam Sheets http://amzn.to/2vrdtYN
Tools You’ll Need
[✓] DIY Furnace • How To Make a DIY Furnace in Under 30 Minutes
[✓] Amprobe High Temp Infrared Thermometer (optional) http://amzn.to/2uc39Vh
[✓] Heat Resistant Safety Melting Furnace Gloves http://amzn.to/2wtvhAa
[✓] Crucible Tongs http://amzn.to/2ffuQpM
[✓] Graphite Crucible http://amzn.to/2v57l84
[✓] Some 2 x 4’s or melamine wood for making molds