Templates for your Hot End

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OK I've tried molds that didn't work, so I came up with these templates. You start by getting a tube of high-heat silicone and some PTFE spray, which prevents the silicone from sticking. First, you spray the glass where the templates will be made on and the templates themselves. I bought a 10.3 fl oz caulking tube; it was cheaper than the smaller 8 fl oz toothpaste-sized tube that costs about $10.00 and the caulking tube is roughly the same price. Next, I apply enough silicone to spread out into each template one at a time and use a putty knife to spread it. This stuff dries quickly - in minutes - which is why I work on one at a time. After 24 hours, you remove the silicone from the templates, then cut them to fit, head first. Next, you sew the edges together; as an Eagle scout, I know how to sew. Once sewn, I apply a small coat of silicone to the thread and let it dry. That's all there is to it - plus you'll have leftover silicone for other things like printer feet, which works great! Created with Design Spark Mechanical. Check out http://www.rs-online.com/designspark/electronics/eng/page/mechanical. Have a fantastic day! Best regards, Robert KB3LNN Video tutorial: https://youtu.be/ZXgMY3-hlgs