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Offline Blackhawk19

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Question On Amount Of Plastic
« on: 09/28/13 15:02 UTC »
Everyone seems to mix 4ozs but since I'm just pouring for myself and pouring small crappie baits that is a lot of plastic especially if color doesn't turn out right. Is it possible to just mix 2ozs or do you need 4ozs for the color to mix right?
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #1 on: 09/28/13 15:24 UTC »
I've mixed batches as small as 2 oz - it really depends upon the recipe - cTom is the master at that and I'm sure will be along shortly. The really hard part to me with such a small part is with the injector - if you're hand pouring, not as big a deal.

I think that when using X2 colors - the pigment is 'stronger' as compared to other companies - so smaller batches are harder to 'control'.
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #2 on: 09/28/13 15:50 UTC »
should have added this to prior response -

smaller batches will heat up much faster than larger.

It will suprise you -

so - if i'm doing 4oz - microwave is set for 1:30 - I'll stop it with about 20 to go, stir - let it finish - stir - add 30 seconds and check in 15 second intervals (especially for 'clearer' colors).

For a 2 oz batch - I wouldnt let the full first minute complete without a stop and stir - then + 30 and check in 15s.

hope that made sense.
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #3 on: 09/28/13 16:30 UTC »
yep what he said
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #4 on: 09/28/13 17:13 UTC »
Thanks for the replies
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Offline MO QWACK

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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #5 on: 09/28/13 20:56 UTC »
Two works great I'd you add the color after you heat it. Stir/add till it looks catchable . Write the recipe down then you can add before heating. I mix 4 ounce for colors I know I use a lot and just tear off what I need add a small amount of virgin plastic and heat 
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #6 on: 09/29/13 00:25 UTC »
Buy enough molds to work in 6 oz. batches  :D.  I had consistency issues working with 2 oz. -  Heat, color, air, etc. - 2 oz. was a pain.  Another mold -  larger crappie bait - would serve a dual purpose here.  More baits for the same amount of work and provide an "easier" volume to work with.   
« Last Edit: 09/29/13 06:39 UTC by pjmcla »
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Re: Question On Amount Of Plastic
« Reply #7 on: 09/29/13 01:57 UTC »
For me. It seems easier to work with 4-6oz batches. If I go less than that, the shoot wont come out right (Bubbles, or not a full shoot). Plus you'd be surprised how fast a small amount of plastic can heat up (I think someone already mentioned it).
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