A silicone mold for your original

It all starts with the original and the question of what should be created from it. Is a single cast needed, or a series? Should plaster, Acrystal, or a synthetic resin be used for casting? The material and construction of the mold depend on these questions.

View the original

Fine details and undercuts influence how the shape can be removed later. The size, surface material, and fragility of the original are also important. A photo with dimensions is often helpful right from the initial consultation.

Hardness and tensile strength differ

Shore hardness describes the resistance to indentation. On its own, it says little about how well a mold will withstand difficult demolding. Tear strength, wall thickness, and geometry are also important factors.

Testing the material combination

The original, silicone, release agent, and casting material must be compatible. When using a new combination, a small preliminary test is advisable before molding the entire original. We can assist you in selecting the right molding silicone, casting material, and accessories.

Contributions and applications

Where silicone molds are in demand in practice, and what the material choice contributes.

Architecture & Model Making

Art, Design & Jewelry

Series production of cast parts

Concrete & Plaster

Food & Baking Molds

Prototyping & Iteration

Products in the range

Product groups: Silicone products · RTV-2 silicones (mold making) · Resins & potting compounds

Topic worlds: Silicones · Mold making & casting

Knowledge Articles: Silicone for Mold Making, the Complete Guide · RTV-2 Silicones in Architectural Model Making · Release Agents Compared

Industries: Art & Model Making · Construction · Mechanical Engineering · Medical Technology

Terms: refer to the Glossary (RTV-2, addition curing, condensation curing, Shore hardness, inhibition, release agents, pot life).