MARBOCOTE® W305 is an essential component for epoxy resin manufacturing, molding applications, polyester manufacturing, and vinyl ester production processes. Designed for spray application, it ensures compatibility with epoxies (EP), polyesters, and vinyl esters, providing contamination-free, durable, and environmentally friendly labeling claims. With features such as excellent mold release, fast curing, high slip, and high durability, it enhances production efficiency. It serves as both a release agent for composite materials and industrial additives.

Supplied By: Marbo America Inc

Product Code: H16624

Regional Availability: Canada

Functions: Release Agent, Release Agent

Applicable Processes: Aluminum Molding Processes, Closed Molding Processes, Composite Molding Processes, Epoxy Resin Manufacturing, Molding Applications, Polyester Manufacturing, Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) Processes, Steel Molding Processes, Vinyl Ester Production

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP), Polyesters, Vinyl Esters

Processing Methods: Closed Molding, Compression Molding, Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)

Features: Durable, Easy To Use, Easy to Use, Excellent Mold Release, Fast Curing, Good Slip Properties, High Durability, High Slip, Minimal Mould Build Up, Minimum Down Time, Non-Contaminating, Water-based

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    Identification & Functionality

    Features & Benefits

    Labeling Claims
    Industrial Additives Features
    Materials Features
    Product Benefits
    • Environmentally safe – water-based system
    • Fast curing – minimum down time
    • Quick and easy to apply
    • Minimal mould build up
    • Non-contaminating
    • High slip
    • Durable; provides multiple releases per application
    Product Highlights
    • Environmentally safe – water-based system
    • Fast curing – minimum down time
    • Quick and easy to apply
    • Minimal mould build up
    • Non-contaminating
    • High slip
    • Durable; provides multiple releases per application
    Product Benefits
    • Environmentally safe – water-based system
    • Fast curing – minimum down time
    • Quick and easy to apply
    • Minimal mold build up
    • Non-contaminating
    • High slip
    • Durable; provides multiple releases per application

    Applications & Uses

    Segments
    Applications
    Applicable Processes
    Application Method
    Compatible Polymers & Resins
    Composites Processing Methods
    Mould Cleaning

    This needs to be performed prior to product application:
    The mould should be clean and dry before use. If necessary, clean the mould using an abrasive (for example, sand, metal or dry-ice shot-blasting). When possible, this should be followed by wiping the mould with a solvent based cleaner, such as Marbocote Mould Cleaner.
    If a semi-permanent release agent has been used on the mould, then W305 can be applied over existing semipermanent release agent. The best performance is obtained by removing all traces of prior products.

    Application Type

    Application Type: W305 is applied by a spray technique. It can be applied using any spray equipment capable of producing fine atomisation (such as the SCHUTZE SPRITZTECHNIK® fine spray gun W3/FZ-Duo kit).
    Spray Application Technique:

    Spray Gun Parameters
    Air Cap 90°
    Fluid nozzle size 0.5mm
    Distance from mould 10-20cm
    • Test the gun settings and spray technique on the mould flange/edge to give required coverage.
    • Spray the product directly onto the preheated mould surface from a distance of 10–20cm. The product does not spread, angle the fluid nozzle to directly coat each and every surface.
    • Systematically coat the entire surface of the mould. Care must be taken to overlap sprayed areas.
    • Immediately after applying the first coat, apply the second at 90° to the first. No waiting is required between coats.
    • For difficult to reach areas, use a spray gun extension or lance.

     

    Recommended Uses
    • W305 is specifically developed for compression molding and RTM/closed mold processes where high slip is required.
    • W305 can be applied on all types of nonporous molds such as steel, aluminum and composite and will release epoxy/pre-preg, vinyl ester and polyester resins
    Recommended Usage and Application Techniques

    W305 is specifically developed for compression moulding and RTM/closed mould processes where high slip is required. W305 can be applied on all types of nonporous molds such as steel, aluminum and composite and will release epoxy/pre-preg, vinyl ester and polyester resins.

    Mould Cleaning: This needs to be performed prior to product application

    The mould should be clean and dry before use. If necessary, clean the mould using an abrasive (for example, sand, metal or dry-ice shot-blasting). When possible, this should be followed by wiping the mould with a solvent based cleaner, such as Marbocote Mould Cleaner. If a semi-permanent release agent has been used on the mould, then W305 can be applied over existing semipermanent release agent. The best performance is obtained by removing all traces of prior products.

    Application Type: W305 is applied by a spray technique. It can be applied using any spray equipment capable of producing fine atomisation (such as the SCHUTZE SPRITZTECHNIK® fine spray gun W3/FZ-Duo kit).

    Spray Application Technique:

    Spray Gun Parameters
    Air Cap 90°
    Fluid nozzle size 0.5mm
    Distance from mould 10-20cm
    1. Test the gun settings and spray technique on the mould flange/edge to give required coverage.
    2. Spray the product directly onto the preheated mould surface from a distance of 10–20cm. The product does not spread, angle the fluid nozzle to directly coat each and every surface.
    3. Systematically coat the entire surface of the mould. Care must be taken to overlap sprayed areas.
    4. Immediately after applying the first coat, apply the second at 90° to the first. No waiting is required between coats.
    5. For difficult to reach areas, use a spray gun extension or lance.
    6. Best results will be obtained by using the following parameters:
      Mould Temp
      (°C)
      Gun Output Fluid Pressure
      (ml/min) (bar)
      Air Pressure
      (bar)
      Number of
      coats
      Cure Time*
      (mins)
      180 200 1 4 4 2
      150 160 1 3 4 4
      120 140 0.8 2.5 5 7
      90 110 0.5 2 6 12
      * Cure time is to be calculated after applying the last coat.
    7. Do not over-apply, the product should not appear wet on the mould. For new moulds, 2 additional coats are recommended.
    8. Allow product to cure for the minimum time given above.

    Reapplication: When release becomes hesitant, reapply one coat of W305 in the same manner as described above. For moulds where thorough cleaning prior to initial application has not been possible, apply one touch-up coat after each of the first two releases.

    Mold Cleaning

    This needs to be performed prior to product application

    • The mold should be clean and dry before use. If necessary, clean the mold using an abrasive (for example, sand, metal or dry-ice shot-blasting). When possible, this should be followed by wiping the mould with a solvent based cleaner, such as Marbocote Mold Cleaner.
    • If a semi-permanent release agent has been used on the mould, then W305 can be applied over existing semipermanent release agent. The best performance is obtained by removing all traces of prior products.
    Application Type

    W305 is applied by a spray technique. It can be applied using any spray equipment capable of producing fine atomisation (such as the SCHUTZE SPRITZTECHNIK® fine spray gun W3/FZ-Duo kit).

    Spray Application Technique
    Spray Gun Parameters
    Air Cap 90°
    Fluid nozzle size 0.5mm
    Distance from mold 10-20cm
    1. Test the gun settings and spray technique on the mold flange/edge to give required coverage.
    2. Spray the product directly onto the preheated mould surface from a distance of 10–20cm. The product does not spread, angle the fluid nozzle to directly coat each and every surface.
    3. Systematically coat the entire surface of the mould. Care must be taken to overlap sprayed areas.
    4. Immediately after applying the first coat, apply the second at 90o to the first. No waiting is required between coats.
    5. For difficult to reach areas, use a spray gun extension or lance.
    6. Best results will be obtained by using the following parameters:
    Mold Temp Gun Output Fluid Pressure Air Pressure Number of Cure Time*
    (°C) (ml/min) (bar) (bar) coats (mins)
    180 200 1 4 4 2
    150 160 1 3 4 4
    120 140 0.8 2.5 5 7
    90 110 0.5 2 6 12
    1. Do not over-apply, the product should not appear wet on the mould. For new molds, 2 additional coats are recommended.
    2. Allow product to cure for the minimum time given above.
    Reapplication

    When release becomes hesitant, reapply one coat of W305 in the same manner as described above. For molds where thorough cleaning prior to initial application has not been possible, apply one touch-up coat after each of the first two releases.

    Properties

    Color (Properties)
    Physical Form
    Appearance
    White liquid

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Regional Availability
    • Canada

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    12 months
    Storage and Handling Information

    The polymeric resin used in W305 reacts when heated. Please store in a cool location below 35°C (i.e. not next to heated moulds). W305 is supplied ready to use, no shaking or mixing is required. Mould cleaning and release agent application should be performed in a well-ventilated area.

    Storage and Handling Conditions

    The polymeric resin used in W305 reacts when heated. Please store in a cool location below 35°C (i.e. not next to heated molds). W305 is supplied ready to use, no shaking or mixing is required. Mold cleaning and release agent application should be performed in a well-ventilated area.