Mold Release Solution for Diverse High Temperature Applications
High-temperature mold releases are specialized coatings designed to maintain their chemical integrity and “slip” characteristics at temperatures that can’t be tolerated by standard silicones or waxes. Slide Products’ Hi-Temp 1800 Mold Release (#44110A) is perfectly formulated for extreme heat applications including glass fabrication, die-casting of low melting point metals (such as lead, zinc or aluminum) and molding of advanced engineering resins like Ultem®.
Many of these types of products on the market are silicone or PTFE-based and fail at 500°- 600°F. Slide’s Hi-Temp 1800 uses Boron Nitride – often referred to as “white graphite” – to withstand intense heat of up to 1800°F (982°C). This makes it well-suited for glass slumping or aluminum/zinc casting where typical sprays would burn off or oxidize.
Hi-Temp 1800 is a non-silicone, paintable mold release that won’t interfere with secondary processes post-molding. Its efficacy for metal molds, engineering-grade resin compatibility and safety/environmental compliance make this product among the most versatile in its class.
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