Ecoflex 00-30
Platinum silicone, 1A:1B · US · not yet reviewed
How long before you can demold Smooth-On Ecoflex 00-30?
Short answer
Project stage ladder
Demolding, handling, finishing and final use may occur at different times
For mold making and casting, identify which stage the stated to demold 4 hours milestone actually unlocks. Earlier handling does not prove final cure.
Calculate the next project stage
Your countdown
Stated times
- Working time ends45 minutes
- Ready to demold4 hours
From Smooth-On product page · checked 2026-10-25. Anything not listed isn’t stated by the manufacturer.
Manufacturer website: smooth-on.com
Conditions & fine print
- Stated conditions: 73°F (23°C)
- Smooth-On says to store and use material at 73°F (23°C), that warmer temperatures reduce working and cure time, and not to cure rubber below 65°F (18°C). Optional post-cure: 2 hours at 176°F then 1 hour at 212°F.
- Temperature range: 65°F to —°F
- Region US. Formulas can differ between countries; check your container.
- Working time ends: At room temperature, 73°F (23°C)
- Ready to demold: At room temperature, 73°F (23°C)
- Entered from the manufacturer source; second review pending. Report outdated information
- Actual results depend on preparation, thickness, ventilation, temperature, humidity, mixing and substrate.
Using this specific product
Smooth-On Ecoflex 00-30 is listed here as the Platinum silicone, 1A:1B version for mold making and casting. For casting resin, the useful question is not simply whether the surface looks finished—it is whether the exact next-action milestone shown above has been reached.
Before you start
- Confirm the package says Platinum silicone, 1A:1B; related versions can use different timing.
- For mold making and casting, pay particular attention to accurate mixing, mold material, mass and room temperature.
- At room temperature, 73°F (23°C).
How to check readiness
Check the casting itself for flex or tack before demolding. Pot life: 45 minutes. Flex the mold away at one edge and stop if the casting bends, tears or remains tacky.
Avoid this mistake
Demold time is not necessarily full mechanical cure.
Questions
How long before you can demold this product?
Smooth-On states: Pot life: 45 minutes. Conditions: At room temperature, 73°F (23°C). Cure time: 4 hours. Allow rubber to cure as prescribed at room temperature (73°F/23°C) before demolding. Conditions: At room temperature, 73°F (23°C). These are the manufacturer’s stated times, not a guarantee.
How long do I have to work with this product?
Smooth-On states: Pot life: 45 minutes. Conditions: At room temperature, 73°F (23°C). These are the manufacturer’s stated times, not a guarantee.
What affects how long this product takes to dry or cure?
Smooth-On says to store and use material at 73°F (23°C), that warmer temperatures reduce working and cure time, and not to cure rubber below 65°F (18°C). Optional post-cure: 2 hours at 176°F then 1 hour at 212°F. Follow the product label for your conditions.