Factors to consider when choosing a release agent include:

Mold material/matrix

Molding material

Processing conditions:

temperature

Line speed / cycle time

pressure

Special molding processes such as injection molding, high pressure, gravity canning, compression, etc.

Fluctuation of processing variables

Mold geometry

Molding process (bonding, spraying)

Expected performance level and productivity (qualified stripping times or number of eligible strips over a period of time)

Current process problems (cavity filling problems, welding, scrap rate related to stripping, fluctuations in processing conditions, etc.)

Mold maintenance expectations (mold cleaning frequency)

Finished product surface requirements (gloss, scratch resistance, etc.)

Coating method:

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Requirements