X-WAX CASTABLE RESIN:
A REAL INNOVATION, NOT JUST A CLAIM
X-Wax is the world’s first resin that can truly be called "real wax for 3D printing." This is not just marketing hype but a proven reality that allows jewelers, artisans, and designers to achieve flawless results without the need for expensive wax printing technologies. With X-Wax castable resin, creating precise and castable models has never been so simple and accessible. Thanks to its exceptional accuracy, dimensional stability, and castability, X-Wax is perfect for a wide range of applications, including celebration rings, engagement rings, pavé and micro-pavé settings, eternity bands, earrings, pendants, bracelets. Its high wax content makes the prints slightly more delicate than other castable resins, but a minimal UV curing can be used to strengthen thinner and lighter models without compromising quality or precision.
MAIN ADVANTAGES AND DISVANTAGES OF X-WAX CASTABLE RESIN
Thanks to the new BlueCast resin, it is now possible to print wax models even with printers costing less than $300.
PRO
- X-Wax is its full compatibility with traditional wax burnout cycles, providing exceptional operational flexibility. Users can choose from a wide range of burnout schedules—from conventional to ultra-fast—based on specific production needs and available equipment.
- Low initial investment: accessible even for those with a limited budget.
- Affordable material cost: a cost-effective option.
- Printing speed up to 5 times faster than traditional wax printers.
- Smoother and more detailed surfaces, ensuring a superior finish.
- Greater model durability compared to those produced with wax printers.
Tests have shown that the finishing process and metal weight loss of models printed with LCD and DLP printers (X-WAX) are lower compared to those produced with wax printers, where polishing and refining rough surfaces are more demanding. This solution represents a significant evolution in the industry, combining efficiency, quality, and affordability.
MAIN FEATURES
X-Wax is the first castable resin for LCD prints (also compatible with DLP printers) to contain real wax casting resin in a concentration of over 80%
Its burnout characteristics are comparable to those of injection wax or wax models produced with wax printers
Improved dimensional accuracy No shrinkage or weight loss over time. No expansion during the investment and burnout phases
Environmentally friendly Made with 80% wax, it pollutes less than any competing resin. It is free from toxic and carcinogenic components
Universal compatibility Works with all types of casting investments and burnout cycles ensuring extremely clean burnout. It leaves no ash or residue
Due to its properties, this castable resin can be described as liquid wax for LCD and DLP printers
HOW TO USE IT
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Following informations are suitable only for X-Wax castable resin and will not apply to other BlueCast resins.
BlueCast X-Wax resin is fully compatible with the new monochromatic LCD Generation and DLP printers. X-Wax is optimized for both 405nm and 385nm UV light, ensuring peak performance with any 3D printer. The 385nm UV wavelength provides shallower penetration, allowing for precise control over resin curing depth.
BASELINE PRINTING SETTINGS FOR MONOCHROME LCD PRINTERS
- Layer Height: 0.03 mm
- Bottom Layer count – 10
- Bottom Exposure Time: 30
- Layer Exposure Time: 8.5 s
- Rest Time Before Print: 1 s
- Bottom layer speeds: 50 mm/min
- Layer speeds: 150 mm/min
- For accurate printing parameters, click here.
PRINTING PREPARATION
As it is made primarily of wax, X-Wax castable resin can solidify during storage. Here's how to prepare it:
- Before opening the bottle, it is necessary to warm the product for 5 minutes at a temperature between 30 and 40 degrees Celsius.
PAY ATTENTION, heating the resin above 60 degrees Celsius can irreversibly damage it. The manufacturer is not responsible for an incorrect use of the product. - Shake the bottle vigorously for about 1 minute to ensure optimal mixing.
- Use PFA films with a thickness of 127 microns or less to maximize the resolution of modern 3D printers.
- For printers that have a vat tilt mechanism, it is suggested to use an ACF film.
- Ensure the printer is placed in an environment with temperatures between 18/20°C and 45°C. THE OPTIMAL OPERATING RANGE IS BETWEEN 25°C and 35°C
- To prevent wax solidification during printing, it is recommended to use a heated resin tank or a printer with a heated chamber (30° Celsius).
- There are several ways to warm the bottle before printing. The safest method is to use a baby bottle warmer at a temperature of 40°C or an ultrasonic cleaner. Storing the closed bottles should be done at a temperature between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius.
A SIMPLIFIED PROCESS FOR SUPERIOR RESULTS
X-Wax is designed for simplicity and efficiency. A double alcohol wash for a total of 10 minutes, followed by air drying (cold compressed air), is all you need. No lengthy UV curing, glycerin baths, or boiling models in water - just simplicity combined with perfection.
POST-PRINTING CLEANUP AND TREE PREPARATION
- Wash the patters in IPA alcohol for 5 minutes.
- Blow the prints with compressed air to remove excess uncured resin.
- Perform a second wash in IPA clean alcohol for 3 minutes, then dry the prints again with compressed air.
- For a more thorough cleaning, you can use 3D wash stations or ultrasonic cleaners.
- Allow the models to rest for at least 15-20 minutes before assembling the casting tree.
- Ethyl alcohol is also compatible with it.
HELPFUL TIPS
If printed in environments with temperatures below 20 °C, models may develop a layer of solidified wax/resin at the print end. In this case, wash them in an ultrasonic cleaner with IPA alcohol for 10 minutes approx, maintaining the tank temperature at around 40 °C.
If the resin solidifies in the vat, you can liquefy it again using a hair dryer and a silicone spatula.
SUGGESTED INVESTMENT
Extensive testing of X-Wax castable resin with a diverse range of investment materials for casting has been conducted. The most favorable casting outcomes were observed using Plasticast, Optima Prestige, and SRS Classic at a water/plaster ratio of 37:100, and X-Vest v2 at a water/plaster ratio of 38:100, provided that the flask was allowed to rest for 2 hours prior to the burnout process.
BURNOUT CYCLES
RECOMENDED BURNOUT CYCLE
Stage 1 – Ramp up from 0°C to 150°C / Hold at 150°C for 2 hours
Stage 2 – Ramp up from 150°C to 700°C / Hold at 700°C for 3 hours
Then cool down to casting temperature
STANDARD BURNOUT CYCLE
Stage 1 – Ramp up from 0°C to 150°C / Hold at 150°C for 2 hours
Stage 2 – Ramp up from 150°C to 450°C / Hold at 450°C for 2 hours
Stage 3 – Ramp up from 450°C to 700°C / Hold at 700°C for 3 hours
Then cool down to casting temperature
FAST BURNOUT CYCLE
Stage 1 – Ramp up from 0°C to 720°C / Hold at 720°C for 2 hours
Then cool down to casting temperature
THE FUTURE IS HERE
With X-Wax, BlueCast has set new quality standards for castable resins and 3D printing in jewelry. This revolutionary resin combines tradition and innovation, offering designers and artisans a unique tool for creating impeccable models with ease. The path to success is clear: join the revolution with X-Wax.
