Molda TW 56 is a hemihydrate formulated plaster used in ceramics to produce working moulds for jiggering application of tableware. It can also be used for the production of working moulds for the automatic forming of clay.
Designed for jiggering
High mechanical properties
Very fine surface details
Controlled expansion
| Chemical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Chemical Composition | CaSO4.½H2O |
| Chemical Name | Calcium Sulphate Hemihydrate |
| Colour | off-white |
| Minimum gypsum purity % | >92 |
| Setting Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Final setting time (minutes) | < 30 |
| Initial setting time (minutes) | 6 - 16 |
| Linear Expansion (%) | < 0.2% |
| Mechanical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Flexural Strength (MPa) | >6 |
| Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Loose bulk density (kg/m³) | 720 - 820 |
| Particle Size (% weight retained) |
< 6.0% at 63 µm < 1.0% at 90 µm |
| Plaster to Water Ratio | |
|---|---|
| Plaster to water mix ratio (by weight) | 100/55 |
| Plaster to Water Ratio (by weight) | 1.82:1 |
| Water to plaster ratio ( by weight) | 55% |
The recommended plaster to water ratio is between 1.60:1 and 1.82:1, with a mixing time of approx. 2 to 4 minutes, depending on batch size and plaster shop process. Water and plaster must be measured carefully to ensure constant performances. The precise consistency to use will need to be adjusted to suit the individual application. Changes to plaster to water ratio will influence product performance particularly setting time, strength and permeability.
Packaging available : 25 kg
Shelf life : 6 months
Packaging available : 1.05 T
Shelf life : 6 months