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Sheet Wax help

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By rafapiccoli - 6/3/2020 9:55:26 PM

I have recently purchased the 1mm Sheet Wax and every time I try to produce a mould using this product it comes out with pinholes and surface imperfections as seen in the photo below, (I do make sure not to cause any damage, or unnecessary holes when laying it), plus, the wax is sticky and hard to remove. Any idea as to why? 

I have been using Tooling Gelcoat and Polyester Resin for Fiberglass Reinforcement.

I have also been following the proper steps as seen in the video.


By taimur - 6/17/2020 11:47:52 AM

Rafael Piccoli - 6/4/2020 8:22:55 PM

Thank you all for the kind response. 

I have noticed it does come off easy when applying Mold cleaner and even when it comes to warming it up and applying it on curves, it is not a problem. 

The real problem is how the surface of the wax opens cracks when conformed to a curvature and sometimes it is almost impossible to notice it until seen in the mold when its too late.

Even when sanding and polishing the surface comes out poor.

Any suggestions or tips even replacements idea for the same intent would be appreciated. Thanks!




Appreciate man.