Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Plastics & Elastomers Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Composition
Proprietary resin solution in aliphatic solvent blend.
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
- Features
Superior Gloss.
Self Cleaning.
Wipe on/wipe off release
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Uses / Mold Preparation
All molding operations requiring a “Class A” finish.
Mold Preparation
Mold surfaces should be clean and free of previously used mold releases and other surface contaminants. New & Green Molds, or difficult release: Application of 2-4 coats of XTEND XTR mold sealer is recommended prior to application of XTEND 830.
- Application Instructions / Maintenance
Apply 3-4 coats of XTEND 830 allowing approximately 15-20 minutes between each coat. Longer cure times between each coat and after the last coat is desirable. New molds or porous surfaces may require additional coats.
Application Method 1) Apply to ambient temperature molds by wiping with a clean, woven, paper cloth such as the Scott Shop Towels On A Roll, Kimberly-Clark WorkHorse rags or WypAll wipes, or a heavy-duty plain white paper towel. 2) Work in patches, applying a smooth, continuous light film over an area approximately 4’-6’ (1.5 – 3 m) square, or a size that you can conveniently wipe before it dries. DO NOT OVER APPLY. 3) As the release starts to flash off (on average 30 seconds to 1 minute), use a clean, dry cotton cloth to polish the surface using a circular motion. Turn the cloth as necessary. NOTE: If you begin to polish and find that you are creating nothing but additional streaks and smudges, you have probably begun to polish too soon – simply wait a bit longer and polish again. 4) If any streaks remain after polishing the entire surface, simply use a paper cloth that is barely wet with release to wipe that area vigorously and then immediately polish with a cotton cloth. Cure 30 minutes cure time after the final coat is applied is generally adequate. Once again, the longer you wait, the better. Production To maximize productivity, a break-in procedure can be beneficial. A good method is to apply a light re-wipe of release to the mold surface following the first pull, another after the third, and another after the fifth part. It is also a good idea to do more frequent touch ups on sheer edges, radius areas, and high wear sections. This will improve release performance and provide the best protection for your tool. Maintenance If sticking begins: Wipe the problem area of the mold with XTEND 830 to dissolve and remove residue. Continue molding. If the residue does not dissolve, lightly work over the tool with a Scotchbright ® pad wet with XTEND 830, then apply one coat of release. If build up persists: Wipe off with AXEL’s CX-500 cleaner and a Scotchbright ® pad. (This cleaner is designed to take off the residual buildup without removing the base coat of release.) Then wipe on 1 to 2 coats of XTEND 830, waiting 10 minutes between each coat. In extreme scumming conditions (usually associated with closed molding applications): Strip the tool with CX-525 (a cleaner especially formulated to remove styrene build up), CX-200HS stripper and by buffing the tool. This will remove all scumming, buildup and the release. It will also condition the mold for break-in. Start from step 1 to recondition the mold. Removal Use CX-200HS, followed by a water wipe and a good general purpose cleaner, such as AXEL’s CX-500. * Due to the unique properties of this material, we require a clean closed application container. The container we find best suited, is a HDPE bottle with a shampoo squeeze style cap, where only a small amount of air is transferred. Gallons should be transferred into the type of container described above. At your request we can supply a sample and source. Drum quantity customers are required to use a desiccant drier attachment to assure proper release performance.
Properties
- Odor
- Paraffinic
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Solvents | Aliphatic Hydrocarbons | — | — |
| Effective Ingredients | max. 2 | % | — |
| Specific Gravity (25°C) | 0.74 | — | — |
| Flash Point (C.O.C.) | max. 73 / max. 23 | °F/°C | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 months in original unopened container
- Handling
MOISTURE SENSITIVE. KEEP TIGHTLY SEALED. CAUTION: Apply at ambient temperature. DO NOT APPLY TO HOT MOLDS (OVER 350°F/ 177°C) Minimize exposure to atmosphere. Do not return exposed material to can. Store above freezing and below 100ºF / 38ºC. DO NOT DILUTE