Description
Encapso™ K is a water-clear encapsulation rubber, suitable for a variety of display applications.
It is used for encapsulating artificial flower stems and other inanimate objects.
Additionally, it can create water or pond effects for small-scale models.
Once cured, it can be crumbled to resemble broken glass, diamonds, or ice.
Product Highlights
- Non-Hazardous & Non-Toxic:
Contains no dangerous chemicals and cures without generating heat or fumes. - Water Clear:
Provides a clear, water-like appearance. - Easy to Use:
Features an easy-to-mix and measure 1:1 mix ratio by volume and low viscosity, minimizing bubble entrapment. - UV-Resistant and Easy to Color:
The cured material is UV-resistant. - Color can be added with Silc Pig™ liquid color pigments.
Instructions
- Measure and mix equal parts (1A:1B) by volume.
- Stir thoroughly for at least 3 minutes, scraping the sides and bottom of the container to ensure a complete mix.
- Pour slowly into the mold or container to reduce bubbles.
- Allow the material to cure undisturbed until fully set.
- The cured rubber can be colored with Silc Pig™ if desired and used for display or special effects applications.
For Encapsulating Objects: object must be heavy enough not to float in liquid rubber. Place object in bottom of a container. Use a container that will allow the object encapsulated in Encapso™ K to be easily removed once the rubber has cured. Center object in container, mix and pour Encapso™ K around object and let cure.
Suspended Encapsulation: object must be heavy enough not to float in liquid rubber. Pour a small amount of Encapso™ K in the bottom of your container. Allow material to cure. Position the object to be encapsulated on top of this first cured layer of rubber. Mix and pour a new amount of liquid Encapso™ K over the object. Allow second pour to cure for 16 hours at room temperature. Encapso™ K will bond to itself leaving the piece fully encased in a block of clear rubber.
Making Fake Ice, Diamonds or Broken Glass - Fully cured Encapso™ K can be crumbled to simulate ice, diamonds or broken glass. Simply crumble cured rubber to desired size or effect.
Adding Color To Encapso™ K - Add a small amount of Silc Pig™ or Silc Pig™ Electric color pigment to Part A and mix thoroughly. Combine equal amount of Part B. Mix all components and pour.
Removing Encapso™ K - Fully cured Encapso™ K can be removed from flower stems or encapsulated objects. Simply crumble away from encapsulated item. If pouring Encapso™ K over a glass object, apply a thin coating of petroleum jelly or Ease Release™ 200 release agent before pouring rubber.
