How to Build Epoxy Granite Machine Base

Epoxy granite, sometimes known as polymer concrete, makes an amazing machine base. It can be cast into almost any shape, is incredible stiff, and dampens vibrations. These bases can be used for scientific instruments, CNC machines, and anything else that needs a rock solid base. In this tutorial, I will cover all the prototyping and trials I went through to build an epoxy granite machine base. I give all the recipes and instructions needed to make your own at home, as well as all of the mistakes ("lessons") I learned along the way. I've also included instructions on how to build a shaker table, since this is a good way to get even more air bubbles out of your mixture Composite Theory: 00:15 Materials: 02:24 Tools: 03:41 DIY Shaker Table: 04:18 Mixture Experimentation: 05:18 Building the Mold: 08:03 How to Mix It: 09:24 Result: 10:44 Full write up on my blog: https://www.adambender.info/post/2017/03/25/epoxy-granite-machine-frame-how-to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bender_designs/ Below are some links to products, parts, and pieces that I mention in the video. Some of these are Amazon affiliate links, which doesn't cost you anything, but helps me grow the channel. Raw Materials: Epoxy: https://amzn.to/30CEUMR Dye (Iron Oxide): https://amzn.to/2WqcOVy Sand: https://amzn.to/2Evnacz Rocks: https://amzn.to/2M7dwmZ Tools: Bucket: https://amzn.to/2EuRfZO Mixing Paddle: https://amzn.to/2VWJIxE Mixing Drill: https://amzn.to/2YIDu1l Gloves: https://amzn.to/2YHR45d Mold release: https://amzn.to/2HCAq1b Optional: Complete Shaker Table:https://amzn.to/2JXI6N7 DIY Shaker Table: Rubber feet: https://amzn.to/2VXPFKS Shaker motor: https://amzn.to/2YIHE9t Plywood: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Sanded-Plywood-Common-1-2-in-x-2-ft-x-4-ft-Actual-0-451-in-x-23-75-in-x-47-75-in-1502104/202089006