Model building
Professional Silicones and Materials for Model Making
Discover our extensive collection of high-quality silicone and casting materials specially formulated for modelers, miniature makers, and hobbyists. Whether you're working on detailed miniatures, scale models, or replicas, our materials offer the precision and quality you need for perfect results.
🎯 Best Silicone for Model Making
- Silicone Addition Pink 10 - Soft, flexible silicone ideal for delicate miniatures and fine details
- Silicone Additive Colorless 5 (very soft) - Ultra-soft silicone for fragile parts and complex shapes
- Silicone Additive Colorless 50 (hard) - Hard silicone for durable molds and repeated use
- Silicone Condensation 20 Universal - Versatile silicone for general model making applications
- Silicone Condensation DC 3481 R - Professional silicone with excellent detail reproduction
🏗️ Why Additive Silicone for Miniatures?
For model making we recommend addition hardening silicones because they:
- ✓ Minimal shrinkage - Maintains the exact dimensions of your original
- ✓ No oils - No release of substances that can affect details
- ✓ High detail reproduction - Perfectly capture even the smallest details
- ✓ Dimensional accuracy - Essential for scale models and precision work
- ✓ Long lifespan - Durable molds for multiple castings
🔧 Professional Casting Materials
- Ebalta SG 2000 L Polyurethane Casting Resin D80 - Ideal for strong, workable miniatures
- All-Round Epoxy Casting Resin - Versatile epoxy for various applications
- UltraCast XT Clear Epoxy Resin - Heat Resistant up to 95°C for Special Projects
- A1 Acrylic Resin - Fast curing for efficient work
- Porcelain Plaster - Traditional material for fine details
💪 Impact-resistant polyurethane - extra strength
Our impact-resistant polyurethane offers unique benefits for demanding applications:
- ✓ High impact resistance - Resistant to bumps and falls
- ✓ Durability - Perfect choice for game pieces and frequently used models
- ✓ Flexibility - Does not break under mechanical stress
- ✓ Long lifespan - Ideal for collectibles and display models
- ✓ Professional quality - Suitable for commercial production
🌈 Flexible Polyurethanes & Clear Casting Resins
Expanding capabilities with specialized materials:
Flexible Polyurethanes:
- ✓ Flexibility - For moving parts and hinges
- ✓ Elasticity - Returns to original shape
- ✓ Crack resistance - No cracking under repeated loading
- ✓ Soft textures - Ideal for realistic skin, rubber parts
Clear Casting Resins:
- ✓ Crystal clear transparency - For glass effects and optical parts
- ✓ UV resistance - No discolouration over time
- ✓ High gloss - Professional finish without post-processing
- ✓ Detail view - Perfect for complex transparent shapes
- ✓ Versatility - From windows to decorative elements
🎨 Finishing and Detailing
- Gilding Wax & Pébeo Gilding Wax - Professional gilding for a realistic finish
- Chavant Clay NSP - Modeling clay for prototypes and modifications
- Dosing syringes - Precision dosing for small quantities
- Plaster cast - For supporting molds and reinforcements
⚙️ Tin Casting in Silicone
Did you know you can cast tin into certain silicones? This opens up possibilities for:
- Metal miniatures with an authentic look
- Sustainable game pieces and collectibles
- Historical replicas with realistic weight
- Professional prototypes for product design
🎲 Areas of application
- Tabletop Gaming: From delicate figures to impact-resistant game pieces
- Scale model building: Airplanes, cars, trains with transparent parts
- Architectural models: Buildings with glass facades and flexible details
- Historical Replicas: Robust museum pieces and educational models
- Prototyping: Functional prototypes with moving parts
- Artistic Projects: Transparent Sculptures and Mixed Media Art
💡 Material Selection Guide
- For everyday use: Choose impact-resistant PU for durability
- For moving parts: Flexible polyurethane for hinges and connections
- For optical effects: Clear casting resins for windows and lenses
- For fine details: Traditional PU for optimal detail reproduction
- For large series: Impact-resistant materials for commercial production
🔬 Why Polyurethane is Popular
Polyurethane casting resin is the preferred choice of model builders because it:
- Easy to process in silicone molds
- Remains easily workable after curing
- Excellent detail reproduction provides
- Available in different hardnesses and properties
- Can be painted well with various types of paint
Start your modeling project with the right materials and achieve professional results. From impact-resistant gaming pieces to crystal-clear architectural details, our expertise will help you choose the perfect combination for your specific project.