Maneater Black Casting Mica Powder (1 oz)This true jet-black Mica Powder delivers a strong silver-metallic sheen that creates dramatic depth in resin projects. Pen turners and casters reach for it when building galaxy pours, smoke effects, and layered blanks that need serious opacity with reflective highlights.Why Makers Love Maneater BlackThe fine particle size suspends evenly in clear casting resins, giving consistent color from top to bottom. Use it straight for bold metallic black or layer with translucent tints for custom depth. It mixes cleanly with both urethane and epoxy systems, making it a staple in any Resin casting supplies kit. Pair this powder with Alumilite, Original, and Thin resin depending on your working time and viscosity needs. The wide-mouth jar makes measuring fast and keeps waste low during repeated pours.Recommended Mix Ratios & Tips for Best ResultsStart with small test batches to dial in the exact look you want. Clear or lightly tinted resin shows the metallic shimmer best, while dark bases can mute the silver highlights. Always mix the powder into Part A first, then add Part B to reduce bubbles. Begin conservatively at roughly one gram per eight ounces of resin and increase until you reach the desired opacity. Slow stirring prevents air entrapment and keeps the metallic flakes oriented for maximum reflection. For extra dimension, swirl in complementary micas from the Color-shifting mica or Maneater Glow collections. Layer with sapphire or glow siblings for unique effects. Resin Type Starting Ratio (Powder : Resin) Notes for Maximum Color & Pearlescence Alumilite Urethane (Clear or Slow) 1:30 Grams : Grams Fast cure helps keep mica suspended — minimal sinking; great for translucent shimmer. Epoxy (JB Royal, Liquid Diamonds, etc.) 1:10 Grams : Liquid Ounces Start light for depth and sparkle; go heavier for opaque metallic coverage. Stir slowly to avoid bubbles. Polyester Resin 1:10 Grams : Liquid Ounces Strong color payoff; pressure pot recommended for bubble-free casts with even flake orientation. Pro Tip: The richest shimmer appears when you keep the load moderate in crystal-clear resin and finish the cured blank with a high-gloss polish.Project IdeasSwirl this black into clear Alumilite for striking contrast in HDPE Molds. Use it as accent veins in river-table pours or as the base layer in custom bottle stoppers and knife scales. The metallic flash reads especially well under shop lighting once the piece is turned and polished. Combine with glow powders like violet or blue sky for night-time effects in pen blanks.Ready to add dramatic metallic black to your next resin project? Add the 1 oz jar to your cart and start casting today.
