Do I need a release agent?


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This is probably a silly question, but to use the unimould system on a epoxy coating resin finished plug, do I need to use a release agent before putting down the first tooling coat?

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James
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I am an Easy Lease convert ha ha. It is brilliant stuff, that's all I use these days. It is quick and easy to apply and I have never had a difficult de-mould since.
One bit of advice, if you go that route store the tin in a sealed bag when not in use as it absorbs moisture which shortens its shelf life considerably. The bag EC ship it in is perfect. On a new mould/plug apply 5 or 6 coats. Also spend as much time as you can finishing/polishing the plug not only will the finished part be better but it will release easier too.

Regards Warren

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Hi James,

Not much to add really, I'd offer the same advice as Warren. You would need release agent on the epoxy coating resin covered pattern; several coats on a new mould, just as he's said. It will be a pretty reliable release though (polyester and vinylester really don't like sticking to epoxy).

All the best, Matt

Matt Statham
Easy Composites / Carbon Mods - Technical Sales
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Do I need a release agent?
jamesw - 12 Years Ago
     Yes. and on a new mould/plug use plenty.
wozza - 12 Years Ago
     Would you recommend I be using PVA or easy-lease? (this is the first time the pattern will be used)
jamesw - 12 Years Ago
     I am an Easy Lease convert ha ha. It is brilliant stuff, that's all I use these days. It is quick...
wozza - 12 Years Ago
             Hi James, Not much to add really, I'd offer the same advice as Warren. You would need release agent...
Matt (Staff) - 12 Years Ago
     Many thanks, will get an order in today! James
jamesw - 12 Years Ago
     I am getting ready to make some molds.....I have the plugs all done except for wwet sanding and...
Dennis G - 12 Years Ago
     Hi Dennis, It really depends on what your plug is made from and what you have used as the...
wozza - 12 Years Ago
     The finish is 2k primer over body filler. So it "should" have a good bond. I did find out what...
Dennis G - 12 Years Ago
             Hi Dennis, Mmmm, yes, the sequence if you use Easy-Lease and wax together is very importantly...
Matt (Staff) - 12 Years Ago

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