AzbroWax - Directions for Use |
- For Casting:
1. Prepare your mold by gradually heating the surface in an oven or
with heat lamps. Apply a thin coating of a dry mold release to the surface
prior to pouring. When heating, especially if using a microwave, heat
in small increments to avoid melting the mold.
2. Melt the AzbroWax in a pot over a low flame or hot plate to around
225oF. Do not heat too fast (be patient!) as you may burn the wax causing
smoke and the formation of bubbles when you pour. Stir constantly; as
the materials may separate while hot. Use a thermometer to measure the
temperature. Once the liquid wax has cooled to around 160oF, carefully
pour into your well released, heated mold or form. Castings should be
vacuumed or pressured to remove any bubbles. Allow the mold to sit for
a few hours before de-molding the casting. Remember the middle (core)
of the casting takes a while to fully solidify.
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- For Carving:
1. For best results, gently secure your piece in a vice or similar contraption
to prevent movement of the wax.
2. Begin shaping and modeling the wax with heated and/or sharp tools.
We suggest a wax tool, as it has a controllable thermostat.
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- For Finishing:
Add your details with either hand or power tools. When detailing the
AzbroWax with high-speed rotary tools always use water as a lubricant.
Smooth your surfaces with sandpaper, then buff with high-grade abrasives
or nylon stockings and solvent (lamp oil or citrus shine). The final
buff, to achieve the maximum shine, should be done with water. Do not
use a solvent for the final buff, it will dissolve and disturb your
surface.
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