{"product_id":"universal-mold-release","title":"Universal™ Mold Release","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e Agent is formulated especially for mold making and casting, and works well with most liquid rubber and liquid plastic products. It will release mold rubbers (such as polyurethanes and polysulfides) from properly prepared models. Sealing porous models (wood, plaster, concrete) or certain modeling clays (containing water or sulfur) with Smooth-On \u003cstrong\u003eSuperSeal™ \u003c\/strong\u003eor other sealer may be necessary.\u003cstrong\u003e Universal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e is effective over a broad temperature range from 70°F to 500°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf using silicone rubber, seal model surface with \u003cstrong\u003eSuperSeal™ \u003c\/strong\u003eonly. Do not use\u003cstrong\u003e Universal™ Mold Release. Universal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e also easily releases a variety of casting materials (epoxies, Smooth-On liquid plastics, etc.) from cured rubber molds. This product has a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. Properly used,\u003cstrong\u003e Universal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e improves molding efficiency for a variety of casting applications and will actually lengthen the life of your production mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e is available in aerosol spray or economical liquid form (one gallon, 5 gallon and 55 gallon drum.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"520\" width=\"680\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shoplightspeed.com\/shops\/606431\/files\/51053143\/universallinehero.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAerosol USE ONLY WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well before using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold can 12 in.\/30cm. from surface to be sprayed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a continuous light mist coating to model or mold surface and surrounding forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a soft brush, brush the release agent over entire surface of model or mold in order to break the surface tension and minimize air entrapment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply another light mist coating of release agent and let stand for 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are now ready to apply mold rubber or cast into a cured rubber mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquid Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis product has a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be put into non-aerosol plant sprayer, deck sprayer, or applied with soft brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply thorough thin coating over entire surface of model or mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow surface solvents to evaporate for 5 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed air or hair dryer may be used to blow off any excess that has pooled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat application and allow to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are now ready to apply mold rubber or cast into a cured rubber mold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting A Finished Casting…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne method for applying paint to a casting is to remove release agent from casting with a solvent such as isopropyl alcohol or acetone. Next, apply one to two coats of auto body primer (available at most auto parts stores) and let dry. Finally, apply acrylic or similar base paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/Universal_Mold_Release_Aerosol.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS Aerosol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/msds\/files\/Universal_Mold_Release_Liquid.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSDS Liquid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/tb\/files\/UNIVERSAL_MOLD_RELEASE.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"12oz Spray Can (0.75 lbs. \/ 0.34 kg.)","offer_id":48429676101947,"sku":"66MR1","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case of 12 Spray Cans (9 lbs. \/ 4.08 kg.)","offer_id":48429676134715,"sku":"70013","price":174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon (6.1 lbs. \/ 2.77 kg.)","offer_id":48033082573115,"sku":"84660A","price":70.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 Gallon (30.5 lbs. \/ 13.83 kg.)","offer_id":48429676167483,"sku":"84670A","price":284.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/universalcombo.jpg?v=1748564480","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/universal-mold-release","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}