# Metal mold release

Graphite coatings to facilitate demolding and reduce adhesion in forming and casting processes.

Family: Coatings / Release Agents

## Processes
- Mold release
- Casting
- Hot forming

## Challenges
- Sticking to the mold
- Surface defects
- Short release-agent life

## Advantages
- Better release
- Dry film
- Applicable by paint or aerosol

## Limitations
- Not a hydrodynamic oil lubricant
- May stain light-colored surfaces
- Performance depends on surface preparation and reapplication

- [Applications](https://esgraf.com/en/applications)
- [Alternate](https://esgraf.com/aplicaciones/metales-desmoldante)