Description

Toolwright series is an extruded release film coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive. Toolwright 3 has a thinner film than Toolwright 5 and can be more easily applied over complex contour surfaces. Provides excellent release from all common resin systems for multiple releases. Toolwright 3 has high elongation, good tear strength, high temperature resistance and excellent clean up after removal.

Benefits

• High elongation allows for easier covering of complex surfaces, improving part surface quality.

• Good adhesion to metal, composite, Tooling block and rubber tooling for longer service life.

• Tougher film is more tear resistant and so it’s easier to stretch over complex shapes without damage.

• Extend the life of worn tools avoiding cost of new tools.

Technical data

	Toolwright 3	Toolwright 5
Maximum use temperature	260°C (500°F)	260°C (500°F)
Carrier type	Extruded fluoropolymer	Extruded fluoropolymer
Adhesive type	Silicone	Silicone
Elongation at break	350 %	350 %
Colour	Light orange	Light orange
Total thickness	75 µm (0.003 inch)	125 µm (0.005 inch)
Film thickness	50 µm (0.002 inch)	100 µm (0.004 inch)
Adhesive thickness	25 µm (0.001 inch)	25 µm (0.001 inch)

Shelf life	18 months from date of shipment when stored in the original packaging at 22°C (72°F)

Sizes

Toolwright 3	Toolwright 5
127 cm - 16.5 m (50 inches - 18 yards)	117 cm - 16.5 m (46 inches - 18 yards)

• Other widths available, please contact Airtech for more information.

Sustainability

Notes

• Toolwright 3R & Toolwright 5R also available with rubber adhesive, allowing Toolwright to be used
without risk of silicone contamination such as moulding off parts for reverse tool manufacture.

• Toolwright should be applied by carefully lifting the edge of the backing, then applying the adhesive
side to the mould surface. The remainder of backing should then be carefully removed while pressing
the Toolwright onto the mould surface with an Airsweep or other straight edge. A vacuum bag can then
be applied to remove any residual air. A cure cycle under vacuum will provide the best results.

• The maximum use temperature is dependent upon the duration at maximum temperature and is
process specific, Airtech recommends testing prior to use.

Last updated : 2025-02-08

As the conditions or methods of use, including storage, are beyond our control, Airtech International, Inc. does not assume responsibility for the performance of this material for any particular use. The material is sold "as is". Airtech International, Inc. disclaims, and buyer waives, any and all implied warranties, including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for particular use. The information contained herein represents typical properties and should not be used for specification purposes. Any translation is provided for your convenience only. The official language is English and the official law is California, USA.