Making a Simple Casted Aluminum Phone Rack
by DuralM in Workshop > Molds & Casting
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Making a Simple Casted Aluminum Phone Rack
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I needed some phone stand to use my phone for watching videos. That's why I've decided to make a Simple Aluminum Phone Rack.
Making a Pattern
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To make a pattern I glued 2 pieces of decorative plastic foam.
Pouring Aluminum
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I chose good quality aluminum alloy, melted and poured it inside the mold.
Open the Mold, Processing
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When the item becоmes solid it's time to open the mold and process the phone stand.
Final Result
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The phone stand looks enough unique and it's really comfortable to use it.