{"product_id":"free-form-air","title":"Free Form™ AIR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR is an extremely lightweight epoxy putty\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for an infinite variety of industrial and art-related applications. This is a \u003cstrong\u003elow-odor, low shrinkage\u003c\/strong\u003e putty that is unique, inexpensive and \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e is mixed by hand with a 1A:1B by volume mix ratio. It offers a long working time and cures overnight at room temperature to a hard, rigid epoxy that is very strong. \u003cstrong\u003eCured Free Form™AIR is so lightweight, it will float in water.\u003c\/strong\u003e It can be sanded, shaped, and drilled. It will readily accept any paint. Free Form can also be color pigmented with \u003cstrong\u003eUVO™\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eIgnite™\u003c\/strong\u003e colorants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slide-gallery\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"slider-main slider-main-1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/products\/free-form-air\/#\" class=\"slider-control slider-left slider-1-left\" rel=\"undefined\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; width: 100%; max-width: 800px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"slider-wistia-mother-1\" class=\"wistia_responsive_padding\" style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wistia_responsive_wrapper\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/899962730?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;title=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter mixing, \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e can be pressed into a mold to make a lightweight, detailed casting. It will hold vertical surfaces and can be applied to almost any surface including polystyrene foam for rough sculpting. \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e putty can also be used to make \u003cstrong\u003erigid support shells or mother molds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxy Laminating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laminate \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e putty in between layers of \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAmite™ \u003c\/strong\u003eLaminating Epoxy and fiberglass cloth, carbon or other fiber for making lightweight composite parts. Eliminates the need to make multiple layers of laminating with liquid epoxy; saves time and labor. \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxy Tooling Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e – use as a filleting material. Also good for jig and fixture construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed as a lightweight adhesive, Free Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e will bond to itself and a variety of surfaces including wood, stone and \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcoat™\u003c\/strong\u003e surface coat epoxy. \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR will even cure under water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot Life\/Working Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e this material is mass sensitive. The more material you mix at one time, the less time you have to work with it. Working tip; If mixing a large quantity, flatten putty with a rolling pin to reduce mass concentration and extend pot life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness; 1.5 inch (3.81 cm) – pot life is 30 minutes, handling time is 2.5 hours, full cure in 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness; 3\/8” (0.95 cm) – pot life is 60 minutes, handling time is 4 hours, full cure in 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness; 1\/8” (0.32 cm) - pot life is 120 minutes; handling time is 8 hours, full cure in 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"569\" width=\"404\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/52740295\/freeformairspecs.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSafety\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– Use in a well-ventilated area (“room size” ventilation). Generally, if you use any epoxy system on a regular basis, wearing a NIOSH approved respirator is advised. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize skin contact. Wear nitrile or vinyl gloves only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e– Materials should be stored and used at room temperature (73° F \/ 23° C). This product has a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. Mixing should be done in a well-ventilated area. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize contamination risk. If making a 2 or more piece mother mold, apply appropriate shim apparatus to rubber mold exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – For releasing epoxy from non-porous surfaces such as resin, metal, glass etc., use \u003cstrong\u003eSonite™ Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is mixed by hand. \u003cstrong\u003eYou must wear gloves when mixing this material,\u003c\/strong\u003e wearing vinyl gloves reduces inhibition risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIXING \u0026amp; MEASURING -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR putty\u003c\/strong\u003e comes as two parts. Dispense equal amounts (golf ball size, for example) of Part A and Part B. These products have a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing\u003c\/strong\u003e -\u003c\/em\u003e Knead parts together aggressively to a uniform color and apply quickly to surface of tool or mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eUsing Water as a Bonding Primer \u003c\/em\u003e– \u003c\/strong\u003eBefore applying \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™ AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e, spray a light mist of water over all surfaces. Do not allow water to pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Mixed \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dough that can be applied up to 1.5” (3.81 cm) thickness. Mix only enough Free Form to be used at one time. \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e will bond to itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaminating\u003c\/em\u003e - Free Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e can be used in conjunction with \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcoat™\u003c\/strong\u003e surface coat and \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAmite™\u003c\/strong\u003e laminating resin to create a strong and lightweight composite tool or mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse as a Sculpting Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e- Free Form™AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e can be applied to wire mesh armatures to create rigid forms for sculpting. Wire mesh for sculpting is available at most art supply stores. \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™AIR \u003c\/strong\u003ecan be applied to polystyrene foam to create a hard, rough-sculptable and sandable surface. When applying to polystyrene foam, maximum thickness is 3\/4” (1.90 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmoothing Surface – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEpoxy surface can be smoothed with water or isopropyl alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – Cured \u003cstrong\u003eFree Form™ AIR\u003c\/strong\u003e can be painted and \/ or primed and then painted with acrylic enamel paints. Let paint fully dry before putting part into service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Refer to specified \u003cstrong\u003eCure Times\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e section at room temperature depending on mass. Cured material will be hard and unable to penetrate with a finger nail. Cured epoxy can now be dry sanded. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf machining or sanding, wear NIOSH approved mask to prevent inhalation of particles.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePot Life and Cure Time values are dependent on mass and mold configuration, as epoxies are mass-sensitive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Resistance \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e– Fully cured putty with a minimum thickness of ½” (1.27 cm) will resist temperatures up to 140°F\/60°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemoving Uncured Free Form™AIR Epoxy Putty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Remove as much uncured material from the surface as possible. Clean any residue with soap and water. \u003cstrong\u003eOptional\u003c\/strong\u003e - Use \u003cstrong\u003eE-POX-EE KLEENER™\u003c\/strong\u003e available from Smooth-On.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/Free_Form_Air.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/FREE_FORM_TB.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"Trial Kit (1.7 lbs. \/ 0.77 kg.)","offer_id":48015757410619,"sku":"4542","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Gallon Kit (6.8 lbs. \/ 3.08 kg.)","offer_id":48015757443387,"sku":"4561","price":121.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Gallon Kit (34 lbs. \/ 15.42 kg.)","offer_id":48015757476155,"sku":"4571","price":515.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/free-form-air-combo-533x400.jpg?v=1713391361","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/free-form-air","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}