McLube offers a variety of products for the polyurethane industry, including water and solvent-based release agents, sealers, and PU cleaners. Whether your goal is to improve surface finish, eliminate cleaning steps, or reduce VOCs, McLube Technical Representatives and Formulation Chemists can help. Continue reading for more information about the benefits of McLube® products for polyurethane molding or contact us today for process assistance and samples. McLube products for the polyurethane industry do not contain fluorinated substances.
Polyurethane Release Agents
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Featured Products
| Product | Description |
|---|---|
| McLube® 715 | McLube® 715 is a solvent-based solution formulated for reliable release of cast and elastomeric urethanes. PFAS-free. |
| McLube® 2020E | A concentrated mold release agent intended for inhouse dilution with suitable solvents. In-house dilution allows the user to tailor slip characteristics and reduce shipping costs. This product is ideal for cast urethanes and rigid foam applications. PFAS-free. |
| McLube® 2021 | A ready-to-use variant of McLube® 2020E that does not require in-house dilution. This product is ideal for cast urethanes and rigid foam applications. PFAS-free. |
| McLube® 4000 | McLube® 4000 is a water-based, silicone-free release agent for molded urethanes and urethane-bound materials. Product facilitates efficient part removal in a variety of processes and will not interfere with post-molding steps. McLube® 4000 is a non-flammable, VOC-free alternative to traditional solvent-based urethane release agents. PFAS-free. |
| McLube® 4001 | McLube® 4001 is a silicone-free, solvent-based release agent for molded urethanes and urethane-bound materials. Product facilitates efficient part removal in a variety of processes and will not interfere with post-molding steps. PFAS-free. |
| McLube® 4003 | Silicone-free release agent for Cast Urethanes, millable polyurethanes, and elastomers. Solvent-based. PFAS-free. |
Details & Benefits
By Industry
Polyurethane in the Automotive Industry
McLube® provides customers in the automotive industry with tailor-made release agents catered to their specific process goals. McLube’s tailor-made formulas have helped polyurethane molders improve efficiency, reduce buildup, eliminate cleaning steps, and make a safer working environment. Our diverse line of release agents for automotive PU applications includes water and solvent-based formulas with tin-free, wax-free, resin-based, and wax-based options to suit individual requirements. If one of our existing formulas is not perfectly suited to your application, then we will engineer a custom formulation uniquely catered to your conditions and goals to ensure value is added to your process. McLube® currently provides value-added solutions for polyurethane molders in the following automotive applications:
Rigid Polyurethane Foam
Energy-absorbing foams and interior door panels
Flexible Polyurethane Foam
Carpet backing, filters, and other interior parts
Integral Skin Molding
Steering wheels and interiors
Reaction Injection Molding
Mats, bumpers, spoilers, and fenders
Polyurethane Shoe Soles
McLube® offers water and solvent-based release agents for polyester and polyether PU systems used to produce single-density and dual-density soles. The benefits of McLube® products for shoe sole manufacturing include reduced consumption, low in-mold buildup, and consistent release performance. Custom gloss levels and concentrations are available to suit individual process requirements. Visit our Shoe Sole Manufacturing page for more information.
Spray Polyurethane Foam
McLube® offers water and solvent-based release agents that may be applied to spray polyurethane foam (SPF) applicators, hoses, safety equipment, and any other surface to prevent buildup over time and make cleaning easier at the end of the day. These products are available in bulk as well as convenient aerosol cans. McLube also offers specialty cleaners for effortless removal of PU foams and resins. Click here for more information about our PU cleaners. Contact McLube® today for more information and samples.
Benefits
- Superior release performance
- Reduced in-mold buildup
- Eliminate surface irregularities
- More consistent appearance
- Little or no transfer to the part
- Improved flow characteristics
- Longer runs at reduced cost
- More parts per shift
- Extended lifespan of molds and tooling
- No interference with material integration
- Improved appearance and surface finish
Applications
Supported Materials
McLube® release agents are currently used around the world to release a variety of PU materials, including:
- Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
- Rigid, flexible, and microcellular foams
- Shoe soles (polyester, polyether)
- Spray PU Foam (including MDI, pMDI)
Supported Processes and Applications
McLube has developed a full line of release agents for the polyurethane industry designed to reduce consumption and increase overall process efficiency. Our release agents are currently used around the world for the following processes and applications:
- Injection and Compression of TPU
- Casting (open pour, spin casting)
- Reaction Injection Molding (RIM, RRIM)
- Integral Skin Molding
- PU Spray Foam Insulation
- Re-bonded Crumb Rubber
- Single and dual-density shoe sole processes
- Automotive interior parts
- Acoustic foam, seating, cushioning, and carpeting
Consult a local McLube® Technical Representative to find the ideal formula available for your needs. Featured products displayed on this page from time to time are for promotional purposes only and do not represent the full product line McLube® offers for this particular material or application. Product availability, including container sizes, concentrations, and aerosols, will vary by country or region. McLube® is a registered wordmark of McGee Industries, Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Products that do not bear the McLube® brand name are not manufactured to specifications designated by McGee Industries, Incorporated despite any similarities in numerical names/ designations.
