Nicpro 170oz Silicone Mold Making Kit 15A - Flexible Food Safe Mold

In this review the Nicpro 170oz Silicone Mold Making Kit is evaluated for hobbyists and small studio makers who need a midsize, easy to use silicone for resin, soap, candle or food molds. The biggest reason to consider this kit is that it bundles a sizable 170oz of platinumcured, food grade translucent silicone with adjustable mold housing and mixing tools, making it a practical allinone choice for beginners and experienced crafters who want a flexible, lowodor material that blends 1:1 by weight.

Key Features

• Complete kit: Includes 2 adjustable mold housings, 30 wooden sticks, 20 pairs of gloves, 16 graduated cups and tablecloths which makes starting projects immediately straightforward.
• Food grade silicone: The platinumcured translucent rubber is nontoxic and odorless, suitable for edible mold applications when cured following instructions.
• Easy mix ratio: The 1:1 by weight mixing ratio and low viscosity make measuring and blending simple for beginners and reduce mixing errors.
• Fast cure time: Working time is about 30 minutes with a typical room cure of 3-5 hours at 23C, so users can get molds finished the same day for many projects.
• Self degassing: Low viscosity helps bubbles rise and break without vacuum degassing for routine small to medium molds.
• Flexible and detailed: Shore 15A hardness provides high elasticity for good demolding and fine detail reproduction from masters.

Who It's For

The kit suits craft hobbyists, home bakers and resin artists who need a midsize kit that includes tools and housings to start immediately; its food grade silicone and flexible Shore 15A rubber work well for cake, soap, candle and resin molds. The included adjustable housing that expands to about 5.9in x 5.9in x 2in is convenient for projects that fit those dimensions.

It is less appropriate for users needing very large molds, industrial hightemperature casting, or those who require guaranteed bubblefree vacuum degassing for critical professional parts. Some customers report inconsistent curing or occasional leakage when housings are not sealed tightly, so professionals with zero tolerance for defects may seek higherend systems.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Comes as a ready kit with housings, measuring cups, gloves and mixing sticks to begin projects immediately.
• The platinumcured, translucent silicone is nontoxic and low odor, making it suitable for food and craft uses.
• Simple 1:1 mix and low viscosity make blending fast and often self degassing for many small molds.
• Flexible 15A hardness allows easy demolding and captures good surface detail.

Cons

• Some users report mixed cured quality and occasional stickiness or incomplete solidification in certain batches or conditions.
• Leakage can occur if adjustable housing is not sealed firmly or if poured near its maximum capacity.

Specifications

Net weight	10.63 lbs / 170oz
Mix ratio	1:1 by weight
Shore hardness	15A
Included housing max size	5.9in x 5.9in x 2in
Included tools	2 housings, 30 wooden sticks, 16 8oz cups, 20 pairs gloves, 2 tablecloths, instructions
Cure time	Working time ~30 minutes; cure 3-5 hours at 23C (may vary)

Our Verdict

The Nicpro 170oz Silicone Mold Making Kit is a strong value for makers who want a substantial, food safe platinum silicone with convenient accessories. It is especially good for DIY resin, soap, candle and food molds where flexibility and ease of use matter, though a few users report inconsistent curing or leakage so careful measurement and a tight housing seal are recommended. For the price, it delivers useful capacity and tools to get projects started quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this silicone food safe?
The silicone is described as food grade and platinumcured; follow curing instructions before any edible contact.

Do I need a vacuum chamber to remove bubbles?
Typically no; the low viscosity allows bubbles to rise and break on their own for most small to medium molds.

What is the workable mold size?
The adjustable housings support parts up to about 5.9in x 5.9in x 2in; larger molds require additional housing.