Compounds & Effects - Wax

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What risks are associated with wax?

Compounds & Effects - Wax

Many types of waxes are in use for making casting models. Manufacturers add various compounds to wax to develop desirable modeling qualities. Some add plastics which give off harmful fumes when heated and give off dust when hand worked.

   

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