{"product_id":"thi-vex","title":"THI-VEX™","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™ \u003c\/strong\u003eis made especially for thickening Smooth-On silicones for vertical surface application (making brush-on molds). Different viscosities can be attained by varying the amount of \u003cstrong\u003eTHI‑VEX™ \u003c\/strong\u003eadded.  \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™\u003c\/strong\u003e is added as a percentage of Part A and must be thoroughly mixed with Parts A and B.  \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™ \u003c\/strong\u003eis skin safe and certified by an independent laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/50711097\/thivexratio2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"895\" height=\"554\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/50711099\/thivexratio1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"898\" height=\"556\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™ will not work with Mold Max™ 40, Mold Max™ 60 or Solaris™ silicones.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Use in a properly ventilated area (“room size” ventilation). Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize contamination risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore and use material at room temperature (73°F\/23°C).\u003c\/strong\u003e This product has a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASURING \u0026amp; MIXING - \u003c\/strong\u003eIf using \u003cstrong\u003eMold Max™\u003c\/strong\u003e, the brush-on mold process can be shortened with \u003cstrong\u003eFast Cat™ 30\u003c\/strong\u003e catalyst or \u003cstrong\u003eAccel-T™\u003c\/strong\u003e cure accelerator. Because silicones have a long pot life, time between coats can be 2–3 hours. Adding \u003cstrong\u003eFast Cat™ 30\u003c\/strong\u003e catalyst or \u003cstrong\u003eAccel-T™\u003c\/strong\u003e cure accelerator will accelerate the brush-on mold making process down to a matter of hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - Add desired amounts of \u003cstrong\u003eTHI-VEX™\u003c\/strong\u003e to material and mix thoroughly. Important: Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container several times while mixing. Be aware of your working time. \u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: results may differ due to variables in temperature, humidity, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/PlatCat_Silicone_Thinner_SLO-JO_THI-VEX.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/SkinSafeDocs\/Thi-Vex%20Skin%20Safe%20Certification%20081722.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSkin Safety Certification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"1oz Dropper (0.06 lbs. \/ 0.03 kg.)","offer_id":48015661171003,"sku":"83922","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pint (1 lbs. \/ 0.45 kg.)","offer_id":48015661203771,"sku":"83942","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon (8 lbs. \/ 3.63 kg.)","offer_id":48015661236539,"sku":"83960B","price":174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon (40 lbs. \/ 18.14 kg.)","offer_id":48015661269307,"sku":"83970B","price":774.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/thivexhero.jpg?v=1748564973","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/thi-vex","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}