In light of recent uptick in paint and mess room activity and committee forming we have had a discussion about the current inspection of the pressure pot to discover… No pressure. As admirable as it was to see all the electrical tape where the gasket is cracked and broken unfortunately the wear and age of the pot itself has progressed beyond simple kludge fixes.
While discussing possible collaboration with the welding corner, @Metal_Janet mentioned that for something like this would require some sort of pressure welding ticket, which began the hunt for a replacement. From amazon to eBay I searched, and came to realize that we are going to need about $200-$300 for a replacement.
Before I go on, I should probably answer the question of ‘whats so important about a pressure pot anyway?’. In the most common instance around VHS, they are used to aid in eliminating bubbles while curing cast resin and materials into things like dice or figures, but with some care and cleaning, they have great use for spray painting and other needs!
I’ve been having a lot of curious visitors while making resin things and have introduced multiple members to the satisfaction of crystal clear resin results. This got me thinking that for a new pressure pot we need about 10 people to chip in $20 each for a safe, easy to use replacement.
I’m offering in exchange of a $20 chip in a desk light companion. I’ve made a small menagerie of glow in the dark colourful creatures to choose from, and include a remote controlled usb powered light base for both ambient light as well as an easy way to charge a comfortable glow over night.
If you’ve seen my happy ghost lights and like tiered donation levels, I’m also happy to exchange one with a usb base for a $40 donation to the pot fund! Did I mention that some gentle coaxing lets me custom pour a critter or ghost in a variety of colours and glowing options?!
If this is of interest to you, please don’t hesitate to shoot me a message here or on slack to discuss how your funding can help get us all new toys!
In for 20bux donation. Let me know how I can send you cash! And no need to give me a desk light companion although your work is fabulous!! I know you will also help me realize my dream of making a resin-preserved croissant lamp although I don’t think I need to de-gas that.
