Magic sculpt

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Description

[Wesco Enterprises] A two-part epoxy putty used for fine sculpting, and model making, and durable household repairs. Magic-Sculpt putties are based on a 50:50 mix ratio of an epoxy resin base (part A) and an amine catalyst/hardener (Part B). The uncured putties have a smooth, moldable consistency and all provide very strong adhesion to any type of substrate. Once the two-parts are completely mixed, there is about 1-3 hours working time for shaping the putty. The mixed product cures in 12 hours at room temperature without any shrinkage. After curing, Magic-Sculpt has a smooth texture and rock-hard finish that can be safely drilled, carved, sanded, and painted.

There are three types of Magic-Sculpt 2-part putties and pastes. All on based on the following materials:

Part A (Resin Component):

• Base Resin: a liquid epoxy resin like Bisphenol-A diglycidyl ether
• Fillers: Talc (magnesium-silicate hydrate) and clays (alumino-silicates)

Part B (Hardener Component):

• Curing Agent: An amine/amide catalyst that triggers exothermic cross-linking when mixed. Magic-sculpt fast likely contains a higher concentration or an accelerated curing agent (such as a tertiary amine or modified mercaptan)
• Fillers: The same clay and talc silicates found in Part A to guarantee even dispensing and uniform density

Additionally, each of the two parts may have specific pigments. Each usually has a different shade for visual differentiation during mixing.

	Magic-Sculpt	Magic-sculpt fast	Magic-Smooth
Primary use	Sculpting and major fabrication		Surface coatings, taxidermy, and foam coating
Working time (after complete mixing)	45-120 min	6-10 minutes	45-120 min
Cure time	12-24 hours	30-45 mintues	12-24 hours
Applications	Stays put on vertical surfaces as a heavy mass		Flows slightly, eliminating brush or tool marks
Consistency	Thick, dough-like, similar to modeling clay or chewing gum		Thin, runny, slightly thicker than Vaseline; self-leveling
Self-leveling	no	no	yes
Finish after cure	Holds crisp, fine structural detail		Smooth, glassy finish

Resources and Citations

• For examples of its uses, see Magic-sculpt
• The Compleat Sculptor: The Compleat Sculptor Magic-Sculpt and Magic-Smooth
• TAP Plastics: Magic-Smooth
• TAP Plastics: Magic-Sculpt