PROJECR TO CREATE A "TERRACOTTA" BING Carburetor
The processing phases started from the original piece, an old BING carburetor like the one you find on BMWs so to speak. The carburetor is no longer usable, some small external parts must be cut, because once in the mold they cannot create undercuts.
After taking all the measurements I made a plaster cast of the main body one side at a time, having two parts makes it easier to remove the piece from the mold once the piece
is finished.
Once finished, the plaster mold must dry completely for a few weeks because it contains a lot of water. The dry clay is dissolved with water and thus creates the Slip, which is poured into the mold. The water contained in the clay is absorbed by the mold, in this way the piece is light and empty inside.
It must dry for a few days, after which it is possible to open the mold delicately, this is the worst phase where several pieces have broken. The clay should dry slowly and evenly, the same procedure for the top cap too.
In the end the clay is cooked at a temperature around 1000° becoming terracotta!
The last step is to assemble each piece with resistant two-component glue.
Thank you for your time!
If you are interested in this job, write to me anytime
If you are interested in this job, write to me anytime
