LifeCast BPB – 5kg Technical Overview Mix Ratio: 1-part LifeCast powder to 4-parts water by weight. (For example, 100 grams LifeCast powder: 400grams body temperature water). Pot Life: 3-Minutes with water at 30°C * Cure Time: 5-Minutes with water at 30°C * – * Pot life and cure time will vary depending on the temperature of the material and water. Colour: light blue powder, but when mixed with water turns purple, and turns back to blue when cured and de-moulding can take place. Processing recommendations Always add the powder to the water when mixing. A wooden stirring stick can be used to mix the material by hand but mixing with a shear mixer attached to a variable speed hand-held drill will give best results. For easier release, use a very light application of petroleum jelly onto the skin and especially onto hair before moulding, this well help for an easier de-mould. Once the body part has been removed from the cured LifeCast, pour a suitable casting material into the mould within a few mminutes (try not to leave for too long before casting). As the mould ages, it will start to seep water. If the mould has been left for a little while before using, be sure to pour out any water before casting, otherwise this may interfere with surface detail. Caution Do not inhale LifeCast Alginate powder. In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with water. Not recommended for children to use without adult supervision. Please read Material Safety Data Sheet for any other additional precautions. Storage Store unused powder material in a dry environment in an airtight container. Shelf-Life of unused powder/material is 24 months if stored correctly.