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Displacement
Matrix Marks
Using A
BlendBag™
Powders
Liguids
Other Media

Chapter 2: Waste Not, Want Not
Systems of Measurement & Conservation

Marking The Matrix:
Marking The Matrix: In the above example we have used a measuring cup that was already marked in 1/4 cup increments. Most containers used are not quite so conveniently prepared so we must do it for ourselves.
Using a measuring cup pour one cup of water into your matrix. Mark that level with something waterproof. Add one more cup, mark it again. Repeat this process all the way to the top of your container and viola, your matrix is calibrated in cups for displacement measuring!
Earthium™ (f/x) Measurement is slightly different. Measure water volume as shown above but, use only Part A in that ratio to determine thickness or viscosity. Part B is ignored except to determine working and setting times.
An exception to this is when exact volume is crucial to your project and you wish to liquefy Part B before mixing into Part A. In that case you would take out a little of the initial water measured above to use with the Part B. The resulting total volume will then be preserved.

BlendBag™ Measurement:
Here is another option, especially useful when LifeCasting™ groups when each individual has their own matrix (several childrens' hands in small paper cups as in the StudioPack™ for example).
Our unique BlendBags™ are already marked off in cup increments so you can;
1. Fill the container(s) with water while the object is inside just like in step one above.
2. Pour all the water into a BlendBag™ and hold, suspended from the top as shown. Do not rest it on any surface.
3. Read the water volume on the lines printed on the BlendBag™ and use that to determine the amount of powder needed at your ratio.
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