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What do sandcarving system operators need to consider about compressor maintenance?
In regard to compressor maintenance, one of the things to check for safety is the shroud, or cage, that covers…
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Does photoresist thickness affect sandcarving detail?
There are several types of photoresist on the market, and you have to choose which one works best for you.…
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Why should I consider the noise level when shopping for a compressor?
Not all compressors are created equal when it comes to the noise level they produce. If you are shopping for…
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Why should decorators learn how to sandcarve photos?
Photo etching can open up a new high-end market for you in many different types of custom gift products. These…
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What is “abrasive blasting”?
Abrasive blasting is the method of choice for etching glass in most situations. The equipment is not expensive, and the…
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What should I keep in mind when adding color to clear or jade glass after sandcarving?
If you want to add color to award and recognition pieces made from clear or jade glass, make sure you…
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How important is the capacity of the vacuum system for sandcarving?
After you determine the air space of a cabinet/dust collector, the next thing you need to do is check on the…
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What is the general equipment needed for sandcarving?
Basic equipment needs for sandcarving: Blasting equipment consisting of a cabinet, a pressure blaster, a dust collector, and reclaimer A…
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Does photoresist film for sandcarving need to be dried after washout?
Since the material is wet after the washout, it has to be dried (unless you are using dry-processed film). You…
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What is the general process for creating photoresist film for sandcarving?
Most beginning sandcarvers wrongfully assume that a photoresist must be a resist made from a photograph. This is not true.…
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What do I need to know about the Letralite when creating sandcarving stencils?
The bulb is the heart of the Letralite unit, so to speak. Without the bulb, there would be no exposure.…
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How can I accommodate a lower budget project for glass awards?
Just because a customer is in the market for a “lower end product” does not mean that they will get…
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Prepare a Proper Workspace for Sandcarving
Tables for product preparation and cleanup and/or color application help make up a complete glass etching venue. One to two…
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How to Properly Sandcarve Acrylic
If you sandcarve on acrylic, you find out quickly that you cannot blast any real depth into it because the…
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What is a micro blaster?
In general, it is a miniature blaster that has a stylus-type hand piece with a nozzle opening of about a…
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Create Depth with Freehand Sandcarving
You may want to carve an image in multiple stages and create some depth within an area that was already…
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