Innovation often starts with a challenge from the community. Recently, a customer from Reddit reached out with an ambitious vision: a custom Artemis rocket lamp standing a massive 14 inches tall. This “Giant” is double the height of our standard flagship models, representing a significant leap in scale.
1. The Benchmark: Our Successful Size XXL
Before tackling the 14-inch monolith, we had already mastered the Size XXL. These models set our standard for high-detail resin casting and the iconic launch glow.
2. The Scale of Ambition: 14-Inch vs. Standard Sizes
To truly understand the “Giant,” you have to see it next to its predecessors. Before positioning it for the pour, we lined up the 14-inch model alongside our standard L and XL sizes. The difference is staggering – it doesn’t just stand taller; it commands the entire space.
3. Phase 1: Preparation and the Initial Attempt
The scale of this project was apparent from day one. We began by meticulously positioning the 14-inch structure inside its custom-built mold.
To prepare for the massive volume, we used heavy-duty mixing tools to ensure the resin remained crystal clear. We then proceeded with the initial pour, capturing the resin as it began to fill the custom-built housing.
4. The Setback: Thermal Runaway
This is where the laws of physics presented a major hurdle. Because the resin layer was so thick, the massive volume triggered an intense exothermic reaction. In the video below, you can see the exact moment the heat became unmanageable – causing large air pockets and distortions to form around the rocket.
The heat trapped inside the mold rose so rapidly that it caused severe internal stress fractures and visible cracks, completely damaging the first model.
5. Mission Status: Engineering the Solution
We aren’t giving up. To conquer the heat, we are moving into the next phase: a specialized two-layer pour protocol. By splitting the process into two stages, the thickness of each individual layer will be comparable to our standard XXL models – a scale we have already mastered with perfect results.
This refined approach allows us to effectively manage the thermal output, ensuring the internal model stays safe and the resin remains as clear as glass. In fact, multi-layer pouring is a core technique at our studio; all of our ocean-themed lamps are poured in at least two layers – some even require three or four – to achieve the beautiful effect of sea creatures “floating” at different depths.
Because this is a standard part of our professional process, I am highly confident that this method will lead to a successful, flawless finish for our 14-inch “Giant”.
Stay tuned—we will be posting the “Final Success” update and photos in just a few days!
