WCX Mold Stripper - Guide to Use

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What is Semipermanents

All Release Preparation consists of 3 steps:

Mold preparation with Mold Stripper CW-10NC / WCX
	1 Surface Contamination/many sources Mold compound/polishes  containing wax, animal fat or silicone Various types of rags, including  all in one box Use of latex gloves Gloves not disposed of between polishing, cleaning and release application
	2 Mold Strippers Separates and breaks down compound and waxes, when molds have been compounded/polished CW-10/NC WCX Solvent based Water based Removes paste wax Not suitable for removing build-up from wax/resin etc. Moisture sensitive Less durable
	3 Heavy Duty Stripper Use To Convert From Paste Wax Clean Build-up From Non-Skid
	4 How to use use neoprene or butyl gloves use a “Charlie Brush” soak if needed follow with a warm water wash & CX-500
	5 How clean is the mould? Apply a piece of paper tape Pull off at 45 angle. If the mold is clean, consistent resistance  should be felt
	6 REPEAT 2 times
Mold Cleanner CX500
	Use two clean, white cotton cloths Scrub the mold with one cloth soaked with CX-500 Wipe off with second, dry, clean cotton cloth before it   evaporate. NOTE: Work in small areas so you can wipe on and wipe off before CX-500 dries

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.

Products		Composites / Cleaners and Strippers
			Product Number	Application Technique/Temperature	Type of Mold	Features
	CleanWiz	Solvent-based	CW-10NC	Scrub over mold surface; Wait (in hot conditions, cover mold to slow evaporation); Water wash.	FRP, Epoxy, Aluminum, steel etc.	Recommended for removing heavy buildup of paste waxes. Also good for removing styrene buildup on textured, or non-skid mold areas.
			Cleaner CX 500	General purpose cleaner. Best used at ambient temperature. Wipe on liberally and wipe off before dry	FRP, Epoxy, Metal	Quick flashing solvent blend that is a good first step for preparing molds for application of release.
		Water-based	Stripper WCX	SHAKE WELL Scrub/rub liberally over mold surface; Wait 15 minutes; Wipe off excess; Liberally water wash.	FRP, Epoxy, Metal (except plated)	100% water-based stripper that will remove semi-permanent mold release and styrene hazing. Also recommended for removing silicone contamination from polishes, releases and other compounds.

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Solutions for Composites : External Mold Release

This information is supplied for technically skilled professionals working at their own risk. AXEL believes the information to be accurate, although the Company assumes no liability in the validity of the information for any specific process or application. Moreover, AXEL will assume no liability from any direct and/or consequential damages of any kind that may occur from the use or non-use of AXEL products or information supplied by the Company or its appointed representatives.

1. Solvent-based
2. Wipe-On / Wipe-Off Easier to Polish
3. greater polishing time window
4. no streaking problems
5. Protects Molds
6. Increases Release Longevity
7. Maintains Surface Gloss
8. Reduces Hazing & Build-up

No sealer used

		Industrial  paper towels work best for solvent based semi-permanents 100% cotton is better for water-based productsDO NOT OVERAPPLY multiple thin coats are  better Use a controlled linear application  with slight overlap Allow time for proper cure on semi-permanents This  will vary depending on temperature and humidity

Products		Composites / Mold Sealer
			Product Number	Application Technique/ Temperature	Type of Mold	Features	Yield
	Semi-permanent Xtend	Solvent-based	XTR	Wipe on/Wipe off,  Apply at ambient or up to 150F/66C Mold up to 450F/232C	FRP, Epoxy, Aluminum etc.	Recommended for all new FRP molds and as an initial preparation when molds have been completely cleaned or repaired.	High gloss Class “A”
			PR-20 Primer	Wipe or spray on at ambient temperature.  Post cure if desired. Mold up to 450F/232C	FRP, Epoxy, Porous molding surfaces	Restores gloss on worn FRP tooling, seals porosity in epoxy tools. Can be used to seal many types of plugs and patterns. HAS NO RELEASE PROPERTIES.	Restored gloss
		Water-based	WS-50 Mold sealer	Wipe on and let dry. For best results bake at process temperature after final coat Mold up to 450F/232C	FRP, Epoxy	100% water-based. Especially recommended for epoxy molds used in windblade production in conjunction with W-7838D release.	Non-cosmetic
	MoldWiz Polymeric Release	Solvent-based	Melax Mold Conditioner 3F/NC	Apply at ambient. Wipe on/W et polish	FRP	Fills micro-porosity in FRP molds.  Can be used prior to applying MoldWiz polymer releases like F-57	High gloss when wet polished

	Work in small areas (1.5 – 3 m2) Wipe-on a light coat with a paper towel Wait approximately 30 -60 seconds   (until it begins to evaporate) Wipe over with dry paper towel to even out  film of sealer    (you are not wiping dry) Wait an additional 2-3 minutesPolish with a cotton cloth
	NOTE: If polishing is difficult of causes streaks or clouds, STOP – you are polishing to soon.Wait a bit longer and polish again. This time it should be very easy

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Solutions for Composites : External Mold Release

This information is supplied for technically skilled professionals working at their own risk. AXEL believes the information to be accurate, although the Company assumes no liability in the validity of the information for any specific process or application. Moreover, AXEL will assume no liability from any direct and/or consequential damages of any kind that may occur from the use or non-use of AXEL products or information supplied by the Company or its appointed representatives.

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.

Download a printer-friendly PDF:

Solutions for Composites : External Mold Release

This information is supplied for technically skilled professionals working at their own risk. AXEL believes the information to be accurate, although the Company assumes no liability in the validity of the information for any specific process or application. Moreover, AXEL will assume no liability from any direct and/or consequential damages of any kind that may occur from the use or non-use of AXEL products or information supplied by the Company or its appointed representatives.

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