Ferris File-A-Wax Carving Wax slices are the trusted choice of master jewelry carvers for lost wax casting. Each slice measures 3-5/8" x 1-1/2" and is available in assorted thicknesses from 3/32" to 1/4", sold in a 1/2 lb box. These waxes are ideal for crafting rings, cuff links, pendants, medallions, and a wide variety of other jewelry models. Easily sawed, carved, drilled, milled, and turned on a lathe, Ferris File-A-Wax stands up to rough handling and will not soften in the hands. All formulas share an approximate melting point of 240°F and burn out cleanly from investment molds.
Must be burned out of investment molds. Not for use in steam de-waxers.
Features
- Six color-coded hardness formulas to match your carving technique and project requirements
- Slices measure 3-5/8" x 1-1/2" in assorted thicknesses from 3/32" to 1/4"
- Sold in a 1/2 lb box
- Easily sawed, carved, drilled, milled, and turned on a lathe
- Will not soften in the hands; stands up to rough handling
- Burns out cleanly from investment molds
- Approximate melting point of 240°F across all formulas
- Gold formula (121.383), also known as Wolf Wax, is suited for carving and CNC lathe work
Specifications
| Slice Dimensions |
3-5/8" x 1-1/2" |
| Thickness Range |
3/32" – 1/4" (assorted) |
| Package Quantity |
1/2 lb box |
| Melting Point (approx.) |
240°F |
| Application |
Lost wax casting models |
| Burnout Method |
Investment mold burnout only — not for steam de-waxers |
Available Options
| Part # |
Color |
Hardness |
Best For |
| 121.383 |
Gold (Wolf Wax) |
Harder – Shore D 59 |
Carving and CNC lathe work |
| 121.384 |
Blue |
Soft – Shore D 52 |
Extreme thin wall sections; bends 90° at 1/8" thickness |
| 121.385 |
Green |
Hard – Shore D 57 |
Highly intricate carving |
| 121.386 |
Purple |
Medium – Shore D 55 |
General purpose carving |
| 121.387 |
Orange |
Hardest – Shore D 60 |
Milling |
| 121.395 |
Turquoise |
Medium Hard – Shore D 56 |
Hand carving and milling |