The products below represent those that are most commonly used, but not all of the products that AXEL offers. Please contact us for additional assistance in identifying the best product for your application.
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| Brand | Base | Product Number | Application Technique/Temperature | Type of Mold | Features | Yields | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Permanent Release XTEND® | Solvent-based | 818+ | Wipe on. NO Wipe off. Apply at ambient. Mold up to 450°F/232°C. | All Non-porous | Quickest application. For polyester or vinyl ester Good gloss and no pre-release | Class “A” | |
| Semi-Permanent Release XTEND® | Solvent-based | 838 | Wipe on/Wipe off for very high gloss. Wipe on/Let dry for good gloss. Apply at ambient or up to 150°F/66°C. Mold up to 450°F/232°C. | All Non-porous | Easy application. Self-cleaning. Applies easily on warm molds too. Good for high production parts with gel coat “A” side release for RTM and bagging For polyester and vinyl ester; preferred for molding epoxy. | Class “A” | |
| Semi-Permanent Release XTEND® | Solvent-based | 859 | Spray on at ambient or up to 150°F/66°C. Can also be wiped on mold up to 450°F/232°C. | All Non-porous | High gloss spray | Class “A” | |
| Semi-Permanent Release XTEND® | Solvent-based | AMS | Wipe on. NO Wipe off. Apply at ambient. Use XTR sealer before application. Mold up to 450°F/232°C. | All Non-porous | Excellent gloss. Easy streak free application. Resists hazing in production. | Class “A” | |
| Semi-Permanent Release XTEND® | Solvent-based | 1080 | Wipe on. NO Wipe off. Apply at ambient. Mold up to 450°F/232°C. | All Non-porous | Quickest application. For polyester or vinyl ester Good gloss and no pre-release | Class “A” | |
| Polymeric Release MoldWiz® | Water-based | WF-57NP | Wipe or spray at ambient or higher. Mold up to 450°F/232°C. | High slip release Good for epoxy and difficult release | Not cosmetic | ||
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