Ultracal 30 / Hydrocal
We stock the two most popular Cements for moldmaking.
ULTRACAL 30 and HYDROCAL are multi-purpose gypsum cements ideal for both solid and hollow castings. High green strength minimizes breakage during removal from the most intricate latex molds.
$53.00
Product Details
Ultracal 30 Gypsum Cement
Ultracal 30 Gypsum Cement is a traditional tooling gypsum cement with very low expansion. Formulated for close tolerance tooling where extreme accuracy and surface hardness are required. Used widely in the SPFX industry to make hard, super strong precise molds. Ideal for Foam Latex molds, where durability and detail reproduction are a concern. Can be heated in an oven.
MIX RATIO: The manufacture recommended mix-ratio of Ultracal 30 is: 38 parts water to 100 parts Ultracal 30 by weight. The average setup time is 25-35 minutes when manually mixed. Do not mix with your hands, a paint paddle or jiffy mixer is recommended.
Hydrocal White Gypsum Cement
Hydrocal White Gypsum Cement is a great multi-purpose product for people looking for an upgrade from a standard plaster. Offering twice the compressive strength of plaster and is especially suitable in thin, delicate sections where high green strength is required. HYDROCAL® White Gypsum Cement. This is a good choice for Mask Latex molds. It is harder than #1 Pottery Plaster and will hold detail longer with repeated castings. High green strength minimizes breakage during removal from the most intricate latex molds. A good selection for decreasing production time on masks. Also works well for quick mother molds.
MIX RATIO: The manufacture recommended mix-ratio of White Hydrocal is: 45 parts water to 100 parts Hydrocal by weight. The average setup time is 25-35 minutes when manually mixed. .
WARNING This product is for making molds of industrial patterns only. When mixed with water, Ultra Cal undergoes a chemical reaction which causes it to harden and then slowly become very hot and highly alkaline (corrosive to skin like drain cleaner.) If mixed incorrectly this process can happen very rapidly. DO NOT attempt to make a mold enclosing any part of the body using this material. Failure to follow these instructions can cause severe chemical burns that may require surgical removal of affected tissue. Dust from products may cause eye, skin, nose, throat, or respiratory irritation. Use eye, skin, and respiratory protection in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices. Read SDS of product for specific details. Product safety information: 800-507-8899.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.