Description
Psycho Paint™ is a clear, platinum-cure silicone paint base for painting silicone appliances, consisting of two components.
It is ideal for special effects, prosthetic artisans, and doll makers to achieve painted-on color effects on platinum silicone objects.
Features
- Hand Painting and/or Airbrushing:
Choose the method that suits your needs.
Once the desired color is attained, it can be thinned with a solvent for application on surfaces made of Dragon Skin®, EcoFlex®, or other platinum silicone. - Easy to Color:
Designed for straightforward coloring. - Brushable Application:
Can be brushed on. - Strong and Flexible Bond:
Provides permanent adhesion to platinum cure silicone. It bonds to the model's surface with good abrasion resistance. It stretches and bends with the model without cracking or peeling. - No Scale Necessary:
Simplifies the process. A scale for measuring is not needed. - Tough and Durable: Ensures longevity and durability of the painted surface.
Instructions
Safety
Use in a well-ventilated area. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves, and vinyl gloves.
N.B. strictly use vinyl gloves, as latex gloves will inhibit the cure.
Storage
Store and use at room temperature (23°C). Warmer temperatures reduce working and cure time and can shorten shelf life.
Cure Inhibition
Inhibition may occur with contaminants like latex, tin-cure silicone, sulfur clays, and certain wood surfaces. Test compatibility on a non-critical area.
Seal the object with a clear acrylic lacquer to prevent inhibition. Allow the sealer to dry before applying the rubber.
When in doubt, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended.
When working with modeling clays that contain heavy amounts of sulfur, even a sealer will not suffice. Do a small scale test for compatibility before starting your project.
Clean All Surfaces That Will Contact Psycho Paint™ - All surfaces to be painted, need to be free of any contaminants (especially mold release). If necessary, clean all surfaces with solvent (NOVOCS™ Zero VOC Solvent, Toluene, Xylene, or Naptha), and allow to dry before painting.
Measuring Is Done By Volume - The recommended mix ratio is 100 Parts A + 100 Part B + 200-500 Parts Solvent depending on your application (hand painting vs. airbrushing).
Adding Color To Psycho Paint™ - Silc Pig™ silicone pigments are compatible with Psycho Paint™. There are several colors to choose from, and you can mix colors to create custom colors.
The most accurate way to add pigment is by weight (using a gram scale). We recommend beginning by pre-mixing 2% pigment by weight to Part B and pre-mixing thoroughly.
Do not exceed a 5% pigment load of the total weight (A+B).
You can also use powdered cosmetic pigments to color Psycho Paint™, however a compatibility test is recommended.
Adding Solvent - Once a desirable color effect is attained, add an equal amount of Psycho Paint™ Part A.
Next, add 200-500 Parts of solvent. Smooth-On’s NOVOCS™ Zero VOC Solvent is recommended. Toluene, Xylene or Naptha are also suitable.
Observe all safety precautions when handling combustible or flammable solvents. Mix thoroughly to a uniform color (no streaks).
Applying Psycho Paint™ Using An Air Brush - Dispense mixture into air brush siphon cup / gravity cup. Apply thin layers of paint to the model’s surface until the desired color effect is attained.
Brushing Onto A Platinum Silicone Appliance Or Model - Make sure all surfaces are clean. Add the desired amount of Silc Pig™ pigment to Psycho Paint™ Part B and mix thoroughly. Add an equal amount of Psycho Paint™ part A and mix thoroughly. Add solvent if desired. You can then apply Psycho Paint™ with a brush. A common application technique is to use a “stippling” effect.
Important - Pot life of undiluted Psycho Paint™ (without solvent) is 20 minutes at room temperature.
Curing - Undiluted Psycho Paint™ will cure at room temperature in 2 hours. Cure time can be reduced with heat (oven or heat gun). Do not expose to over 100°C. If heat curing, make sure that all solvents have evaporated from model’s surface, before applying heat
