{"product_id":"alja-safe","title":"Alja-Safe™","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafe to use \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e is the world’s first alginate molding powder that does not contain crystalline silica (a known carcinogen). \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e is perfect for making single-use molds of the face, hands and other body parts. It captures detail better than other alginates, giving you a more accurate reproduction of your original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Skin Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - Material is skin safe and certified by an independent laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"335\" width=\"402\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/50849932\/aljasafespecs.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"235\" width=\"953\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/50849964\/aljasafecalc.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e is easy to use and cures quickly. It reproduces fine detail and makes an excellent temporary mold – good for one or two reproductions of any body part. You can then cast plaster, platinum cure silicone rubber or \u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 300Q\u003c\/strong\u003e ultra-fast urethane resin into the mold to make a reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor making re-usable molds of any body part, use \u003cstrong\u003eBody Double™\u003c\/strong\u003e silicone rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: This product has not been tested and should not be used for dental applications. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarter Kit comes with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.85 lb. of \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e Molding Gel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 lbs. Casting Plaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Store and use \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e in a dry environment at room temperature. \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e powder may get warm in storage\/shipping during the summer months which will cause the powder\/water mixture to set too fast. To remedy, store \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e in a cool area (60°C - 70°F or 15°C - 31°C) for 24 hours before using. \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e has a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. Do not allow moisture to come into contact with unused \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use only with adequate ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractice:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMake a mold of your thumb\u003c\/strong\u003e – make a mold of something small before going on to larger models. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll gain a lot of experience with a small test.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e will not stick to most surfaces. When making a mold of the head, a release preparation is recommended to prevent mechanical lock to the hair. CHOLESTEROL Brand Hair Conditioner (available at most pharmacies) can be applied to hair-covered areas prior to applying \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be washed out of the hair easily after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasuring\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e is mixed 1 part water to 1 part powder by volume (1 cup + 1 cup, for example). You can vary the water level somewhat to change consistency of the mixture. Less water will make \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e thicker. More water will make the mixture thinner and easier to pour. \u003cstrong\u003eBe careful…\u003c\/strong\u003etoo much water will may result in the mixture not curing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWater Quality\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– Water that has a high mineral content (calcium, phosphate, etc.) may cause any alginate to become “lumpy” or not set properly. A small-scale test is recommended prior to mixing large amounts. If water quality is in question, use distilled water heated to the correct temperature using a stove top or microwave oven if needed. Check water temperature using a thermometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Of The Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - At 80° F \/ 27° C, Alja-Safe™ will have a working time of 5 minutes and a demold time of 8 minutes. Warmer water will cause the material to cure faster (less working time). Colder water will give a longer working time and slower demold time.\u003cstrong\u003e For best results, sift Alja-Safe™ powder into water and mix as directed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMixing\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e can be hand mixed, but best results will be obtained using a power drill with a mixer attachment. Attach a Jiffy Mixer or Turbine Mixer to a power drill and mix for one minute (depending on volume) to a gel-like consistency – smooth without any powder lumps. Jiffy mixers are available at many hardware stores. Turbine Mixers will yield the best mix and are available from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ can be poured around an object or applied to vertical surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring Around An Object\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Once mixed, \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e can be poured around the hand, foot, fingers or other model in a fixed position inside a container. Suspend the model just above the bottom of the container and have at least ½\" (1.27 cm) space between the model and the side walls of the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Best Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Apply a thin coating of \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e to the surface of the model by smoothing a small amount of material on by hand. Pour\u003cstrong\u003e Alja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e into the container at the lowest point and let the material rise around the model. Make sure your model has a good clearance distance from the bottom and sides of the container. Keep your model still until the \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e sets up. You will know the \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e has set when it is firm and no longer gel-like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Vertical Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e – You may want to experiment with the amount of water added to \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e to find a thicker consistency that is right for vertical surface application. For example, some customers mix 1 part water to 1.5 parts \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e. Work \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e into model detail with your hands and let cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying A Support Shell\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e- Once the alginate cures, a support shell will be necessary to support the alginate mold. \u003cstrong\u003eGypsona \u003c\/strong\u003ebandages are ideal for this purpose, and are available from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCasting Into The Mold\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003c\/strong\u003eAll alginate molds will deteriorate quickly. It is recommended that you cast into the mold within 4 hours following demold. Materials commonly cast into alginates include plaster, wax, clay and very fast urethane resins (such as \u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast 300Q\u003c\/strong\u003e). \u003cstrong\u003eFor Soft \"Skin-Like\" Castings\u003c\/strong\u003e – You can cast \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Skin 10 FAST\u003c\/strong\u003e soft silicone rubber into \u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e molds to make realistic hands, limbs, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/Alja-Safe.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/assets\/pdf\/ALJASAFE_How_To_Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuickstart Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/SkinSafeDocs\/AljasafeSkinSafeCertificate13018.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSkin Safety Certification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"3lb Box (3 lbs. \/ 1.36 kg.)","offer_id":48015671099707,"sku":"86060A","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20lb Box (20 lbs. \/ 9.07 kg.)","offer_id":48015671132475,"sku":"86070A","price":200.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50lb Box (50 lbs. \/ 22.68 kg.)","offer_id":48015671165243,"sku":"86010A","price":472.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Lifecasting Starter Kit (3 lbs. \/ 1.36 kg.)","offer_id":48015671198011,"sku":"86022","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/Alja-Safe-combo-1400x1050.jpg?v=1748698118","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/alja-safe","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}