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Natural Beeswax Bars


White	Yellow

When burnt, beeswax doesn't release fumes like paraffin wax. Use it to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

Wt., lb.	Thk.	Wd.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
1/2	3/4"	2"	9 1/2"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	White	1100K12	00000
1/2	3/4"	2"	9 1/2"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	Yellow	1100K13	0000
1	1 1/4"	3 1/2"	6 3/4"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	White	1100K92	00000
1	1 1/4"	3 1/2"	6 3/4"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	Yellow	1100K11	00000

Bonding Wax


Jar	Tray

With good surface adhesion, this wax temporarily holds small and fragile items in place. Wax is removable.

Wt.	Container Type	Thk.	Wd.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Material	Color		Each
2 oz.	Jar	—	—	—	130	Wax	White	1129K15	00000
1 lb.	Tray	1"	5"	8"	145	Wax	Yellow	1129K11	00000

Prototyping Wax Bars

Harder than Crack-Resistant Prototyping Wax, this is better suited to more detailed prototyping.

Thk.	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Choose a Color		Each
1 1/4"	-0.125" to 0.125"	3 1/2"	12"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K11	000000
1 1/2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	3 5/8"	12"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K21	00000
2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	16"	24"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K31	000000
2 1/2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	10"	18"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K41	000000
3 1/2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	3 1/2"	12"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K51	00000
5 1/2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	5 1/2"	12"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K59	000000

Natural Beeswax Rods

When burnt, beeswax doesn't release fumes like paraffin wax. Use it to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

Wt., lb.	Wt. per Rod, oz.	Dia.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
1	1	1 3/8"	1 1/4"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	Yellow	16	1100K97	000000

Paraffin Wax Bars

An economical alternative to beeswax, paraffin wax can be used to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

										Each
Wt., lb.	Thk.	Wd.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Food Industry Std.	Hardness	Material	Color		1-19	20-Up
1	1 1/2"	2 1/2"	9"	130	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 172.886, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	Not Rated	Paraffin Wax	White	1085K94	00000	00000
10	1 1/2"	12"	19"	130	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 172.886, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	Not Rated	Paraffin Wax	White	1085K92	00000	00000

Paraffin Wax Beads

An economical alternative to beeswax, paraffin wax can be used to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

							Each
Wt., lb.	Softening Temp., ° F	Food Industry Std.	Hardness	Material	Color		1-19	20-Up
1	130	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 172.886, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	Not Rated	Paraffin Wax	White	1085K91	00000	00000
10	130	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 172.886, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	Not Rated	Paraffin Wax	White	1085K95	00000	00000

Crack-Resistant Prototyping Wax Bars

This wax is more stable than standard prototyping wax, so it won't crack when used as casting wax.

Thk.	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	3 1/2"	12"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K73	000000
2"	-0.125" to 0.125"	4"	12"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K74	00000
3"	-0.125" to 0.125"	10"	18"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K75	000000

Natural Beeswax Beads

When burnt, beeswax doesn't release fumes like paraffin wax. Use it to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

Wt., lb.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
1	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	Yellow	1100K89	000000

Polishing Wax

This wear-resistant wax leaves a lustrous finish after polishing. It is the hardest natural wax available, but it is brittle. Also for use as a release agent for wax-blend molds.

Wt., lb.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
1	175	Not Rated	Carnauba Wax	Yellow	7259T22	000000

Solid Tapping and Threading Lubricants

Stick

These easy-to-apply stick lubricants won't drip or run for a cleaner workspace. Use them for tapping many types of metal, as well as plastic and rubber. Apply to taps to make cutting faster and easier, improve surface finishes, and extend tool life. They are chlorine free, for use where chlorine waste disposal is a concern, and sulfur free.

Container						Each		Package
Size, fl. oz.	Type	Lg.	Dia.	For Use With	For Use On		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.



	0.4	Stick	4 1/2"	1/2"	Aluminum, Brass, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Fiberglass, Glass, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium	Polishing Stones, Sharpening Stones	1009K22	00000	24	1009K221	000000

Crack-Resistant Prototyping Wax Rods

This wax is more stable than standard prototyping wax, so it won't crack when used as casting wax.

Dia.	Dia. Tolerance	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
2 3/8"	-0.125" to 0.125"	6"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K77	000000
3 7/8"	-0.125" to 0.125"	6"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K81	00000
4 7/8"	-0.125" to 0.125"	6"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K82	00000
6 7/8"	-0.125" to 0.125"	6"	150	Durometer 40D	Wax	Red	93955K83	000000

Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Protective Coatings for Metal

A hard waxy film protects items from abrasion. Coatings provide long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion. They can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed onto surfaces and then removed with an alkaline cleaner.

Wax—Jug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Protective Coatings for Metal.

	Max. Protection Time, mo.			Dry Time, min.
Container Size, gal.	Indoor	Outdoor	Solution Type	Touch	Overall	Approx. Coverage @ Thk.	Mixing Req.	Max. Temp., ° F	Application Temp. Range, ° F	Mil. Spec.	For Use Outdoors	For Use On	Color		Each



	1	60	36	Water Based	10	30	650 ft² @ 1 mil	No	180	50 to 150	MIL-C-16173 Grade 1	Yes	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	9555T58	000000


	5	60	36	Water Based	10	30	3,250 ft² @ 1 mil	No	180	50 to 150	MIL-C-16173 Grade 1	Yes	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	9555T59	000000

Low-Odor Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Protective Coatings for Metal

These low-odor coatings form a waxy film similar to lube oil, so parts can remain coated for assembly. They can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed onto surfaces and then removed with an alkaline cleaner.

Wax—Jug

Image of Product. Front orientation. Protective Coatings. Low-Odor Abrasion-Resistant Clean-Away Protective Coatings for Metal.

	Max. Protection Time, mo.			Dry Time, min.
Container Size, gal.	Indoor	Outdoor	Solution Type	Touch	Overall	Approx. Coverage @ Thk.	Mixing Req.	Max. Temp., ° F	Application Temp. Range, ° F	For Use Outdoors	For Use On	Color		Each



	1	24	12	Water Based	10	15	650 ft² @ 1 mil	No	160	50 to 150	Yes	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	9555T68	000000

Wax Packing Paper Sheets

Treated with wax, these paper sheets resist tearing and have a slippery surface that protects products and foods from scratches or sticking together during manufacturing, shipping, and storing. Use them to wrap your items or even as a nonstick work surface. All of these sheets are FDA compliant for direct contact with food. They are not, however, meant for use in ovens and microwaves, since they may smoke or catch fire.

Note: One mil equals 0.001".

Rectangle

Wax-Coated Paper—Wax-coated paper sheets, also known as wet wax paper, resist moisture. Use them to protect products and foods from grease, water, and oil. They’re also good for safeguarding products with finishes that aren't quite dry. You can even rub these sheets on surfaces and tools to add a temporary slippery and moisture-resistant wax layer to them. These sheets leave a wax residue behind, which means they may transfer a wax flavor to foods.

	Thk., mil	Lg.	Coating Location	Color	Food Industry Std.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Wax-Coated Paper



	5"	4	5"	Both Sides	Brown	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	2,500	8650N21	000000


	8"	4	8"	Both Sides	Brown	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	5,000	8650N24	000000
	12"	4	12"	Both Sides	Brown	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	2,000	8650N26	000000

Natural Beeswax Candles

When burnt, beeswax doesn't release fumes like paraffin wax. Use it to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

Dia.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color		Each
1 1/4"	6"	150	Not Rated	Beeswax	Yellow	1100K95	000000

Paraffin Wax Candles

These candles are also known as plumbers' candles. An economical alternative to beeswax, paraffin wax can be used to lubricate tools or to seal containers against water seepage.

								Pkg.
Dia.	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Color	Pkg. Qty.		1-19	20-Up
1 1/8"	4 1/2"	130	Not Rated	Paraffin Wax	White	3	1085K96	00000	00000

Prototyping Wax Rods

Harder than Crack-Resistant Prototyping Wax, this is better suited to more detailed prototyping.

Dia.	Dia. Tolerance	Lg.	Softening Temp., ° F	Hardness	Material	Choose a Color		Each
2 1/4"	-0.125" to 0.125"	24"	220	Durometer 50D	Wax	Blue, Green, Purple	9389K69	000000

No-Residue Mold-Release Lubricants

Can

Also known as paintable mold-release lubricants, these lubricants don’t leave a residue, so you can paint or finish the molded part without the need to clean it. Apply them to molds before casting so you can easily remove cast parts and prevent sticking, stretching, and tearing.

Carnauba Wax Additive—Lubricants with carnauba wax are also known as honey wax. Apply with the included sponge applicator.

	Container			Temperature, ° F			Each		Package
	Size, fl. oz.	Type	Additive	Min.	Max.	For Use With		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Mold-Release Lubricant



		14	Can	Carnauba Wax	40	170	Fiberglass	2386K78	000000	12	2386K781	0000000

Clean-Away Protective Coatings for Metal


Aerosol Can	Jug

Protect metal parts from corrosion. Also known as rust-inhibiting film, these coatings can be removed with a simple degreaser or mineral spirits.

Wax—Wax coatings meet MIL-C-16173 for corrosion-resistant compounds that dry to thin, easily removable films.

Jug—Coatings in a jug can be dipped, brushed, or sprayed.

MIL-C-16173 Grade 2—Grade 2 coatings dry to a slightly tacky, self-healing film that lubricates as it protects.

MIL-C-16173 Grade 4—Grade 4 coatings dry to a nontacky finish that’s suitable for environments exposed to high humidity and chemicals.

Cannot Be Sold To—Coatings that cannot be sold to the regions listed are restricted by product labeling requirements or exceed local regulatory limits on VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

			Container			Max. Protection Time, mo.		Dry Time										Each
	Mfr.	Mfr. Model No.	Size, gal.	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Indoor	Outdoor	Touch	Overall, hr.	Approx. Coverage @ Thk.	Max. Temp., ° F	Application Temp. Range, ° F	Mil. Spec.	For Use On	Color	Cannot Be Sold To		1-11	12-Up
Solvent Based Wax Coatings



		CRC	CRC SP-400	—	10	Aerosol Can	24	24	60 min.	24	75 ft² @ 1 mil	175	40 to 90	MIL-C-16173 Grade 4	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	Outside United States	10505K31	000000	000000


		LPS	LPS #3	—	11	Aerosol Can	24	6	3.5 hr.	24	38 ft² @ 1 mil	175	0 to 70	MIL-C-16173 Grade 2	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	Los Angeles County, CA; Orange County, CA; Outside United States; Riverside County, CA; San Bernardino County, CA	1370K34	00000	00000
		LPS	LPS #3	1	—	Jug	24	6	3.5 hr.	24	380 ft² @ 1 mil	175	0 to 70	MIL-C-16173 Grade 2	Steel, Iron	Transparent Yellow	Los Angeles County, CA; Orange County, CA; Outside United States; Riverside County, CA; San Bernardino County, CA	1370K782	000000	00000

Solid and Paste Milling, Turning, and Sawing Lubricants

Stick

Reduce mess and waste with these easy-to-apply, nonstaining lubricants. They reduce friction between your cutting tool and workpiece to make cutting cycles faster and easier, improve surface finishes, and extend tool life. All resist running and dripping. They are chlorine free, for use where chlorine waste disposal is a concern, and sulfur free.

Stick—Lubricants in a stick are solid and can be applied to cutting surfaces, such as band saw blades and drills bits.

Graphite Additive—Lubricants with graphite are for high-heat applications. Apply to hot surfaces (400° to 850° F), and they melt to coat the surface evenly.

Cannot Be Sold To—Lubricants that cannot be sold to the regions listed are restricted by product labeling requirements.

	Container								Each		Package
	Net Wt., oz.	Type	Additive	Lg.	Dia.	For Use With	For Use On	Cannot Be Sold To		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
LPS Tapmatic Edge



		13	Stick	—	9 1/2"	2 1/8"	Aluminum, Brass, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium	—	Outside United States	1398K14	000000	10	1398K141	0000000


		Other Machining and Fabricating Lubricants



				16	Stick	—	10 3/4"	2"	Aluminum, Brass, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Fiberglass, Glass, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Rubber, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium	Polishing Stones, Sharpening Stones	—	1379K63	00000	12	1379K631	000000


				17.6	Stick	Graphite	10"	2"	Aluminum, Brass, Cast Iron, Copper, Glass, Iron, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium	—	—	3735K14	00000	—	———	0

Easy-Form Lining Wax Sheets

Flexible enough to conform to angles and bends, lining wax is bendable even at room temperature. Use it as a liner in stamping prototypes and to produce castings of die patterns.

					Plain Backing
	Thk.	Thk. Tolerance	Softening Temp., ° F	Color		Each
12" × 24"



		1/32"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K41	000000


		1/16"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K43	00000
		5/64"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K44	00000
		3/32"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K45	00000
		1/8"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K47	00000
		3/16"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K49	00000
		1/4"	-0.002" to 0.002"	185	Brown	86925K51	00000

High-Temperature Easy-Form Lining Wax Sheets

Plain Backing

Adhesive Backing

With a higher softening temperature than standard lining wax sheets, use these with casting and laminate resins that require heat during curing. Flexible enough to conform to angles and bends, lining wax is bendable even at room temperature. Use it as a liner in stamping prototypes and to produce castings of die patterns.

Adhesive Backing—Adhesive-back sheets provide a temporary hold and adhere to most oil-free surfaces.

					Plain Backing		Adhesive Backing
	Thk.	Thk. Tolerance	Softening Temp., ° F	Color		Each		Each
12" × 24"



		1/32"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	8691K62	000000	8691K31	000000


		1/16"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	———	0	8691K11	00000
		5/64"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	———	0	8691K32	00000
		3/32"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	8691K66	00000	8691K33	00000
		1/8"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	8691K68	00000	8691K12	00000
		3/16"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	8691K73	00000	8691K13	00000
		1/4"	-0.002" to 0.002"	220	Beige	———	0	8691K14	00000

Wax Packing Paper Rolls

Pair these wax paper rolls with a paper roll cutter, so you can cut the paper into any length you need to preserve a variety of products and surfaces. Treated with wax, this paper resists tearing and has a slippery surface that protects products and foods from scratches or sticking together during manufacturing, shipping, and storing. Use it to wrap your items or even as a nonstick work surface. All of this paper is FDA compliant for direct contact with food. It is not, however, meant for use in ovens and microwaves, since it may smoke or catch fire.

Note: One mil equals 0.001".

Wax-Coated Paper—Wax-coated paper, also known as wet wax paper, resists moisture. Use it to protect products and foods from grease, water, and oil. It’s also good for safeguarding products with finishes that aren't quite dry. You can even rub this paper on surfaces and tools to add a temporary slippery and moisture-resistant wax layer to them. This paper leaves a wax residue behind, which means it may transfer a wax flavor to foods.

							500 ft. Long			1,000 ft. Long
	Wd.	Thk., mil	Core ID	Color	Coating Location	Food Industry Std.	Dia.		Each	Dia.		Each
Wax-Coated Paper



		12"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N126	000000	8"	3637N125	000000


		18"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N128	00000	8"	3637N127	000000
		24"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N13	00000	8"	3637N129	000000
		30"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N132	000000	8"	3637N131	000000
		36"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N134	000000	8"	3637N133	000000
		48"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N136	000000	—	———	0
		60"	4.5	3"	Brown	Both Sides	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.180, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 178.3710	6"	3637N138	000000	—	———	0