Jewelry Investing Using a Cook Pot Style Casting System Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-10-17 | Jewelry Investing Using a Cook Pot Style Casting System
Casting the Six Prong Ring in Sterling Silver - Video 2 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-02-01 | This is the follow up video to the setup video showing the step by step instructions to sand cast a six prong engagement ring with the new core system.
Sand Casting Setup for a Six Prong Engagement Ring - Video 1 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-02-01 | In this video I cover the steps required to sand cast a six prong engagement style ring. In video two I will cast the sterling silver and reveal the casting.
How I Make the Affordable Vacuum Table for Sand Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-31 | In this video I explain the use of off the shelf parts to make my affordable vacuum cleaner powered vacuum table. It should work with most household vacuum cleaners that have a 1 inch hose diameter.
Vacuum Assist Revealing the Casting - Video 7 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-26 | In this video I remove the sand cast sterling silver ring from the clay. When not doing a video I take my time to save as much non burnt clay as possible.
Vacuum Assist Pouring the Sterling Silver - Video 6 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-26 | In this video I take the flask out of the toaster oven and place it on the vacuum table which is attached to a household vacuum cleaner. I then pour the sterling silver.
Vacuum Assist Heating and Pouring the Sterling Silver Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-22 | In this video I show melting the sterling silver, removing the flask from the toaster oven, placing the flask onto the vacuum table and pouring the molten metal.
Vacuum Assist Preparing the Finished Flask for the Toaster Oven - Video 6 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-19 | In this video it’s time to add the electrical tape to the seam, scrape the bottom flat and put the flask into the toaster oven for 10 minutes at 400* F.
Vacuum Assist Adding the Core and Funnel - Video 5 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-19 | In this video I show how to make and add the center core as well as cut the funnel into the top side of the flask for pouring of the metal.
Vacuum Assist Making the Core and Funnel - Video 4 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-18 | In this video I cover how to make the center core and how to make the long funnel for pouring the metal.
Vacuum Assist Setup of the Pattern - Video 3 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-17 | After the 1/2 round impression has been formed it’s time to put the ring pattern onto the correct insert and make the impression of the top part of the ring. Once the impression is made it’s time to add the top half of the flask to create the impression of the shank or bottom half of the ring. ***Don’t hammer the sand in place, just pack it down using a dowel or other tool.
Vacuum Assist Setup of the Flask Bottom - Video 2 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-17 | After first determining the ring finger size and selecting the appropriate insert it’s time to create the 1/2 round impression of the lower side of the flask.
Vacuum Assist Casting Sand Preparation - Video 1 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-17 | With the new vacuum assist sand casting system it’s important to prepare the casting sand (Red Clay) by breaking it up and making sure it is clean.
Practice is the Key to Using the Pouring Handle Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2024-01-07 | In this video I discuss the importance of practicing in order to get a good pouring rhythm when using a pouring handle. People sometimes think this tool will pour for them and then contact me when it doesn’t work correctly without considering the fact that it’s not the tool but rather the user and like most new things requires some practice.
Adding the Crucible with Whip Handle Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-11-10 | Just a quick explanation on how to add the crucible and Whip Handle by removing the rear bolt, setting the handle in place and then putting the bolt back on. Make sure it threads correctly. Then I explain how the edge of the crucible needs to line up with the back edge of the flask.
How to Use and Setup the New Pouring Handle Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-10-21 | In this video I explain how to line up the crucible so the edge and pour spout are at the back of the investment flask pour funnel or the vacuum assist sand casting flask pour funnel. I also explain how the crucible is placed into the whip handle and then attached to the pouring arm.
Sand Casting a 6 Prong Engagement Ring: Video 1 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-08-12 | In the first video I show the entire setup process for sand casting a 6 prong engagement ring. In the second video I will cover casting it using vacuum assist.
Sand Cast Ring in Sterling Silver Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-08-12 | Using a sand casting system I’ve brought back from the late 1800’s this is the type of sand castings this system is capable of. The kit is available at www.diycastings.com and to learn the entire process stay tuned for more complete videos or join my Facebook group Craig Dabler’s DIY Castings group.
Casting Video for New Sand Casting System - Video Two Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-07-20 | What can’t be seen is that the flask has been warming inside the toaster oven for 10 minutes at 300* F before taken out and placed on the tiny vacuum table.
Setup Video for New Sand Casting System - Video One of Two Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-07-18 | I recently developed a better core sand casting system for those of you who already own my standard side pour flask. In this video I show how to do the setup of the flask.
Using the New Pouring Handle with Stand Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-04-28 | My newest pouring handle and how to pour with it plus assembly of the crucibles.
How to Make a Thin Item Thicker with Sand Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-04-08 | Using a very thin washer from the hardware store I show how to make the casting thicker by simply pressing it into the clay farther.
Emma Putting Together a Premium Kit and Using it Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-04-07 | ...
Video Two: The Results of the Sand Casting with the Bolt Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-04-05 | In this video I share the amazing results of just how simple it was to remove the bolt after sand casting sterling silver around it.
Sand Casting a Ring with a Threaded Bolt in Place Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2023-04-05 | A complete experiment where I tapped the top hole into a ring pattern, threaded a bolt into the hole and then sand cast sterling silver around the bolt.
How to Line Up the Crucible to the Flask Pouring Hole Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-12-08 | Here is a better video on crucible lineup to the flask pouring hole using either style of pouring tool. Hopefully this is clear enough to understand. I will also mention that if using the Professional Kit pouring handle and pouring into other things such as an ingot mold the same setup applies.
How to Assemble a Multi Use Pouring Handle to the Acu-Pour Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-12-05 | A brand new pouring handle design made to work with multiple pouring uses. In this video I show how it is attached to the Acu-Pour and also how to add and remove the two sizes of crucibles. Available at www.diycastings.com or on Etsy at www.diycastings2.com
How to Use the Multi Use Pouring Handle with the Professional Kit Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-12-05 | ...
How to Use the Multi Use Pouring Handle with the Acu-Pour Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-12-05 | ...
How to Assemble the Multi Use Pouring Handle with the Professional Kit Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-12-05 | ...
How to Sand Cast 2 Items in One Flask Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-11-23 | This is just one method of casting two pieces in a single flask.
Sand Casting Copper Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-11-22 | A bit boring for the first three minutes but melting copper takes time and worth the wait because it sand casts great. Here I’m testing out a new pouring handle and it worked very well.
Stone in Place Investment Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-11-14 | This is a system I make and sell at www.diycastings.com. Burnout time is between 60 and 70 minutes. To learn more please join my Facebook Group at Craig Dabler's DIY Castings Group. It's free! The stones are synthetic emerald, sapphire, and alexandrite.
Stone in Place Sand Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-11-04 | This is a fun video on how to do a stone/rock in place sand casting of a ring.
Why Negative Space or Undercuts Make Sand Casting Difficult Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-10-28 | This is a very simple explanation on why you shouldn't sand cast an item that has an undercut or negative space because this is what will happen.
Inexpensive Vacuum Set Up Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-10-28 | For those of you on a really tight budget here is a way to create a vacuum investing and casting system without breaking the bank.
Sand Casting Using a Die and Polymer Clay Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-10-19 | Using polymer clay, I show how easy it is to make an impression using some Potter USA dies. Once the polymer clay has been baked in the toaster oven it can then be used to do a sand casting.
Sand Casting a Branch Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-10-17 | While out walking in nature I came across a very cool looking branch and thought to myself "wow that's really cool I should show people how to sand cast it." That is exactly what I am going to show you in this video here.
Negative Space / Undercuts in Sand Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-10-10 | This is an informational video on the negative space in jewelry sand casting and ways you can work around it. Very simple and to the point. Negative space can also be referred to as an undercut.
How to Prepare the Trivet Used with the Flour Sifter Kiln. Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-09-28 | In this video we show how to prepare the trivet that comes with the hookah coal burner.
Sand Casting a Wedding band Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-09-24 | In this video we go from start to finish sand casting a wedding band in sterling silver. Flask setup, pouring the sterling silver, to filing and finishing the band with regular bench tools. All tools available from www.diycastings.com
Making a Vulcanized Silicone Rubber Mold Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-09-20 | Using a system made by myself and available at www.diycastings.com I show how easy it is to make a powder separation mold using spin casting rubber which works ideal for molds. It can also have low temperature metal poured in such as pewter.
Making a Skull Ring in Sterling Silver Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-09-16 | Burnout time is 60 minutes: Check the clock for beginning and cast. In this video I show you from start to finish how to investment cast your own skull ring. I ended up making the ring for my daughter who is the one that put this video together.diycastings.com"The Meaning Of My Life by Free Music | soundcloud.com/fm_freemusicMusic promoted by free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensecreativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US"
Flask Making Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-09-12 | All of the flasks are now made right her in house. This is the making of the small flasks which is very similar to the making of the bigger flasks.
Start to Finish from Wax to Sand Casting Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-08-28 | Here I will take you through the entire process of carving your wax with a stone to sand casting.
The Dangers of Using Propane Indoors - Video 8 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-06-26 | A serious reminder on the dangers of using propane in an enclosed area.Propane cook stoves produce carbon monoxide which will definitely kill you or your pet if used indoors so be smart and make sure you only use it outdoors.
Submerging of the Flask after Casting - Video 7 Craig Dabler - The DIY Castings Guy 2022-06-25 | After using the tiny oven and the kitchen stove top for burnout this video shows the submerging of the flask to reveal the sterling silver casting. ***Don’t breathe in the steam, it contains silica. Outdoors is best when possible.
