Ferris File-A-Wax carving wax slices are the preferred choice of master carvers for lost wax casting. Each 1 lb box contains assorted slices measuring 3-5/8" x 1-1/2" in various thicknesses from 3/16" to 1". These versatile waxes are ideal for rings, cuff links, pendants, medallions, and much more. Easily sawed, carved, drilled, milled, and turned on a lathe, they burn out cleanly from molds, withstand rough handling, and will not soften in the hands. All formulas carry an approximate melting point of 240°F.
Must be burned out of investment molds. Not for use in steam de-waxers.
Features
- Designed for lost wax casting model production
- Assorted slice thicknesses from 3/16" to 1" in each 1 lb box
- Easily sawed, carved, drilled, milled, and lathe-turned
- Burns out cleanly from investment molds
- Resistant to softening from hand warmth
- Stands up to rough handling
- Five color-coded formulas to match hardness and flexibility needs
- Approximate melting point of 240°F across all formulas
Specifications
| Slice Dimensions |
3-5/8" x 1-1/2" |
| Slice Thickness Range |
3/16" – 1" |
| Box Weight |
1 lb |
| Approximate Melting Point |
240°F |
| Application |
Lost wax casting model carving |
| Burnout Method |
Investment mold burnout only — not for steam de-waxers |
Available Options
| Part # |
Color |
Hardness |
Description |
| 121.234 |
Orange |
Shore D 60 – Hardest |
Excellent milling; poor flexibility |
| 121.235 |
Turquoise |
Shore D 56 – Medium Hard |
Excellent hand carvability and milling; fair flexibility |
| 121.388 |
Blue |
Shore D 52 – Soft |
Excellent flexibility; bends 90° at 1/8" thickness for thin wall sections |
| 121.389 |
Green |
Shore D 57 – Hard |
Good milling; fair flexibility; highly intricate carving |
| 121.390 |
Purple |
Shore D 55 – Medium |
Excellent hand carvability; good flexibility; general purpose |
Formula Comparison
| Property |
Blue |
Purple |
Turquoise |
Green |
Orange |
| Hardness (Shore D) |
52 |
55 |
56 |
57 |
60 |
| Flexibility |
Excellent |
Good |
Fair |
Fair |
Poor |
| Hand Carvability |
Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Fair |
Good |
| Milling |
Poor |
Fair |
Excellent |
Good |
Excellent |
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