Clear Plastic

[MikeInCtown]

A tip from another forum. When the plastic starts to yellow, add a drop of black. Seems strange, but it takes away the yellow tint. Unless the baits are pure white, a layer of lightly smoked plastic isn't noticable.

[szuloaga]

Hey guys,

New to the site and fairly new to pouring as well. I just wanted to chime in on this subject for a few questions. When do you add the heat stabilizer to the plastic? Before you start heating, as you're heating. I don't want to put the heat stabilizer in too late or too early. I want my plastic to be as clear as a glass of water if I can. I plan to pour the entire worm clear. Thank you for your help and good meeting all of you! 

Steve

[andrewlamberson]

I like clear...with silver flake....and to keep it clear I use CCM plastic and take it to 350 degrees...measuring with a good digital thermometer.

I only add heat stabilizer (to CCM plastic) after I have reheated it a few times...and be even more careful on the temperature. I haven't added it at any particular time ...so I'll be interested in others input also.

Here's the thermometer that my Daughter (who is a Microbiologist) uses at work...and highly recommends. It's fast..and accurate....and at under $20...cheap! It measures way past the burning point of the plastic. She bought me one for Xmas and I really like it.

http://www.amazon.com/CDN-DTQ450X-ProAccurate-Quick-Read-Thermometer/dp/B0021AEAG2

[szuloaga]

Thank you, Andrew for your quick reply and your help! So, when you say reheat it do you mean you don't put any heat stabilizer in the first time you heat it? I ordered the Medium Plastic from Lure Craft. Do you have any experience with it or think I'll have any trouble keeping that plastic clear once it starts to dry? I will look at those therm thank you!

Steve

[Dave]

I am getting the micro bubble during heating....I think I was heating it too fast. I was using a small beaker in order to not waist plastic. This was the only time I used the small beaker because wanted to heat up a small amount....and this was the only time the micro bubbles appeared....I think that might be it....You are the man!!!

Thank you

Wojo, try this. After heating your plastic to it's correct temp, set it aside and allow it time to cool for bit. You will notice that the air bubbles will begin to disapate. The air bubbles are mostly created from the change in the temp of the plastic and the vigorous steering of the plastic. Patience is the key, slow and smooth!
   

[Wojo]

Thanks Dave I will try it.