how do you create a round shape from CFRP?

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#1

I want to make my own mould and part from carbon fibre.

I would like to do my instrument surround and I cant work out how I can release it from the mould after it it set.

Is there a special technique for complex shapes?

the part in question is this:

http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/images/si377v2.jpg

please help,

Simple101

#2

You need to make a multi-part mold

http://www.flickr.com/photos/27816780@N06/5981646241/in/photostream

this video might help

[ame=“http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzng9HeGNPE&feature=player_embedded”]‪How To Fiberglass - Two Part Mold Construction - #1 Flanging‬‏ - YouTube[/ame]

hope that helps…