The acrylic embedding process begins by creating a liquid form of Lucite® resin. We mix a compound of liquid monomer that is crystal clear and looks like water, with a powdered polymer that looks a lot like white baking flour. Mixing ratios very from 70/30 to 30/70 based on the item to be cast.
What is the difference between acrylic and Lucite?
In short there is no real difference between Acrylic and Lucite, Lucite is just the best version of acrylic on the market. While strength is a key factor in using Lucite, the material is also incredibly flexible, weighs less than glass, and is even clearer than glass.
Can you melt Lucite?
Thermal would involve heating the lucite enough to melt it however the object must be known to be stable at the temperature required to melt the Lucite so if the objects composition is unknown it would be a risky method. There are several chemical methods. One would be to use a solvent known to disolve Lucite.
How do you embed in lucite?
- Prepare an adequate amount of Lucite to fill approximately half of your mold be mixing Lucite acrylic resin powder and monomer in your mixing cup.
- Spay the interior of your mold with mold release spray and carefully pour in the liquid plastic.