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document updated 3 months ago, on Jul 6, 2024
other products that have a similar melting temperature as PCL plastic
PVC foamboard
(wikipedia)
(video demonstration)
sold under brand names such as
Celtec
,
Palboard
,
Palight
, and
Sintra
Worbla
(video demonstration)
Worbla is available in
several different varieties
WonderFlex
(video demonstration)
Thibra
(video review)
Cosplayflex
(video demonstration)
an article comparing several Worbla formulations and Cosplayflex
a slightly higher melting temperature
These often require time in the oven.
Kydex
, the melting point is 165 to 205°C (330° to 400°F)
(video demonstration)
less similar materials
EVA foam
— It's always a flexible foam. People usually use
cutting and gluing
to form shapes, but it can be
heat-shaped
as well. It's
used heavily
by cosplayers.
(wikipedia)
polymer clay
— bake to cure
sculptable epoxy — needs no firing or baking to cure
[1]
[2]
[3]
(video overview)
(video demonstration)