This video shows the process I used to produce resin replicas of my 3D print out by casting in Epoxy.

A silicone mould is prepared using the 3D printed parts. Tinted epoxy resin is then poured into the mould and removed once cured to reveal a replicated part with enhanced properties.

Resin replicas offer great advantages over traditional FDM-style 3D printed parts: they are more temperature resistant, airtight under pressure and have consistent density.

This will eventually go on to be part of a robot I am making, so stay tuned and don't forget to like and subscribe!

Chapter Breakdown:

0:00 - Intro
0:07 - The 3D Printed Parts
0:15 - Plugging Holes with a 3D Pen
0:24 - Smoothing Bumps with a Pyrography Pen
0:36 - Using a Hot Glue Gun to Seal the Mould Case
1:01 - Mixing the 2-part Silicone
1:20 - Pouring the Silicone into the Mould
2:00 - Removing the 3D Printed Parts from the Silicone Mould
3:10 - Mixing the 2-part Epoxy Resin with Purple Dye
3:37 - Pouring the Epoxy Resin into the Silicone Mould
3:57 - Removing the Resin-Casted Part from the Mould


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