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The CRB Steel Turning Mandrel Wax is a premium parting agent made from hydrocarbon and microcrystalline waxes, designed specifically for custom rod builders. It creates a smooth, non-stick surface on steel mandrels, making it easy to shape and release cork, EVA, and other handle materials without sticking or tearing.
Simply apply a thin coat, buff to a glossy finish, and your mandrel is ready for grip turning. This wax prevents epoxy and glue from permanently bonding to the steel while still keeping materials firmly in place for accurate shaping. Builders can even use fast-set 5-minute epoxy to temporarily secure grip sections—then slide them off cleanly after shaping.
Application Instructions:
Surface prep: Clean mandrel thoroughly, removing any silicone-based parting agents. Apply: Spread a thin, even coat with a clean rag. Wipe away excess. Buff: After ~1 minute, buff with terry cloth or lamb’s wool pad on a lathe or power wrapper. Avoid friction burns. Repeat: For new mandrels, apply and buff 3–4 coats, alternating rubbing directions. Cure: Wait 1 hour after the final coat before turning grips. Conditioned mandrels: Apply one coat after each use or as needed.