label cast

[Glenn McCullough]

I finally got this first label cast done after several tries. I really learned alot! and thank Don Ward for his experience and advice.This is the logo for our local woodturning group (DAW>>>Detroit Area Woodturners). Perhaps the local IAP chaper will be next.

 

[rjwolfe3]

Looks great!

 

[scotian12]

Well Glenn...I think you have nailed it. Great looking logo and craftmanship on the pen.

 

[Ligget]

Lovely work Glenn, did you use a pressure pot?

 

[JohnU]

Great job Glenn! Everything looks centered and bubble free. A definate winner!

 

[djpnevans]

Looks good Glen. I have tried to do this using a few types of labels with no luck. What type of label do you use and do you cover the label before you cast it.
Thanks David

 

[Glenn McCullough]

Lovely work Glenn, did you use a pressure pot?
Looks good Glen. I have tried to do this using a few types of labels with no luck. What type of label do you use and do you cover the label before you cast it.

No pressure pot, I just mixed and poured, but am getting the 2.5 Liter Ultrasonic Cleaner from HF to get rid of the bubbles.
I used Avery 5264 white shipping labels. I did have issues with the first couple, one being the edges lifting, so I glued them down on this one, with med. CA. I just probably didnt let the label dry long enough.

 

[Druid]

Very nice, I use the ultrasound cleaner as well and find itworks wonders with degassing PR 41 and Alumilite. It actually helps mix the dry powders.

 

[CSue]

Looks good!

 

[dexter0606]

Looks very good!!
I haven't gotten into the casting part of this hobby yet but I have done a few "decal logo" pens that I guess are similar. I use clear decal film, print the logo on my inkjet, let dry for a day, coat with decal set, let dry and apply the logo to my finish turned pen. Let that dry for a day and then apply a couple of quick coats of thick CA at slow speed to make sure all the edges are covered. Then turn up the speed and apply another 6 coats of medium CA. Plastic polish and done.
I've attached a photo of my first attempt. Since this one I have received an order from a local charity for 12 pens

Jeff

 

[louisbry]

Nice work. I want to try that when I get a chance.