Polyurethane, epoxy and polyester adhere strongly to many materials except silicone. We therefore always recommend a release agent for better release. This can also protect the silicone mold to some extent. The nature of the release agent determines whether the cast retains its gloss or not. A good choice is...
Release agents
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AchemRelease Agent Spray, wax-based, Achem 3007S
€17,50€14,46
This release spray is ideal for the treatment of surfaces which are (slightly) porous or whereby the possibility exists that silicones might adhere (mechanically or chemically). The spray can also be applied to the silicone mold itself to facilitate silicone...
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Münch chemie internationalPolyvinyl Alcohol Release agent (PVA)
€4,95€4,09
Poly vinyl alcohol can be used to prevent cure inhibition from an otherwise "toxic" surface for addition curing silicones. If this poly vinyl alcohol is brushed on properly the poisoning material will not bleed through. PVA dissolves readily in water...
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AchemRelease Agent Spray Achem SG-1008S,
€17,50€14,46
This wax based release spray is ideal for the treatment of surfaces which are (slightly) porous or whereby the possibility exists that silicones might adhere (mechanically or chemically). The spray can also be applied to the silicone mold itself to...
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TR IndustriesRelease Agent Wax TR-108
€28,50€23,55
High carnauba wax content producing hard high gloss film – excellent for breaking in new molds Non-silicone - good tape adhesion for use where masking is required Effective in preventing/reducing pre-release on large tools, plugs & heavy laminates Excellent at...
Polyurethane, epoxy and polyester adhere strongly to many materials except silicone. We therefore always recommend a release agent for better release. This can also protect the silicone mold to some extent.
The nature of the release agent determines whether the cast retains its gloss or not. A good choice is therefore important here. Paintable or wax-based release agents can often be buffed back to shine. Powder-based release agents actually give a mattifying effect.