Kapton tape is a versatile tool for high temperature resistance and secure bonding in various applications.
Black spray foam is highly effective in creating light-tight seals, particularly beneficial in photography for light-blocking purposes.
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Tool 1: Kapton Tape - A versatile tape with high temperature resistance and no residue
Kapton tape is a versatile tool known for its high temperature resistance, chemical resistance, and high dielectric strength. It is commonly used as a heat shield during soldering or as a lining for 3D printer build platforms. Additionally, it can be used for cementing optical elements or assembling doublets due to its stability and high temperature tolerance. This tape, made of polyamide with a silicone adhesive, leaves no residue and provides a secure and durable bonding solution.
Tool 2: Black Spray Foam - Ideal for creating light-tight seal in projects
Black spray foam is a tool that is highly effective in creating light-tight seals in various projects. It is specifically useful in photography, where the goal is to make spaces light-tight, such as in darkrooms. This foam, which has a closed-cell structure and is black in color, provides excellent light-blocking properties. It is often used to fill in cracks, ensuring that no light leakage occurs. Whether it's for creating a light-tight environment or sealing spaces, black spray foam offers a convenient and reliable solution.
Tool 3: Inkbird Plug and Play Thermostat - Regulates temperature in different appliances
The Inkbird Plug and Play Thermostat is a versatile temperature controller that allows users to regulate temperature in various appliances. It features a simple electronic interface and a temperature probe that can be placed in the desired appliance. This thermostat offers both heating and cooling options, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. From chemistry experiments to fermentation processes, this tool provides precise temperature control. With a temperature range from negative 58 to 210 degrees Fahrenheit, it offers flexibility and reliability in temperature regulation.
Tristan Duke is transdisciplinary artist known for synthesizing methodologies from disparate fields to create startling inventions, sublime aesthetic experiences, and new modes of inquiry. He is the inventor of the hologram vinyl record ¬and has created original hologram artwork for albums and soundtrack releases ranging from Jack White and Guns ‘n Roses to Star Wars. He is Co-founder of the Optics Division a collective devoted to recontextualizing photography as a land-based medium and social practice. He has lectured widely, including at the MIT Media Lab, Getty Museum, the de Young Museum, the Exploratorium, and others. His work has been exhibited internationally including: The 59th Venice Biennale Collateral Exhibition; Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA); The Exploratorium, DePaul Art Museum, The George Eastman Museum; Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA); Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MoCAD); Les Rencontres d'Arles; and the Smithsonian Hirshhorn Museum. You can find Tristan on Instagram @duke_tristan. Website: https://www.tristanduke.com For show notes and transcript visit: https://kk.org/cooltools/tristan-duketransdisciplinary-artist-part-1/ If you're enjoying the Cool Tools podcast, check out our paperback book Four Favorite Tools: Fantastic tools by 150 notable creators, available in both Color or B&W on Amazon: https://geni.us/fourfavoritetools
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