Hand-molded plastic comes in ivory-colored pellets that soften at a low temperature (around 60° C) and can be kneaded and shaped by hand when heated. Once cooled, the material hardens into a durable form that can be reheated and reshaped repeatedly.
Composition
Polycaprolactone (PCL)
Handling Notes
- To use, heat water with a kettle or microwave, then dump the beads in
- The beads will turn clear and start sticking together into a wax-like blob
- The blob can be kneaded, mold and shaped by hand and left to harden
- Once hardened, it has the feel and durability of polyethylene and a translucent white color
- Place it back into hot water, and it will soften and can be reshaped
In Use
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