{"product_id":"vantage-aerowax-mt-wax-maskant","title":"Vantage AEROWAX MT | Wax Maskant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVantage AeroWax™ MT\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly refined, medium-melting-point masking wax engineered by Vantage Specialties for critical surface protection during selective electroplating, chemical milling, and finishing operations. Formulated with a precise melting point range of \u003cstrong\u003e168°F to 180°F (76°C to 82°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this premium stop-off maskant provides exceptional dimensional stability and structural adhesion to metallized parts. AeroWax MT forms a durable, impermeable barrier that completely isolates targeted surface zones from aggressive plating solutions and electrochemical baths. Its specialized microcrystalline matrix resists cracking or chipping along sharp geometric edges and corners, ensuring ultra-sharp mask lines and defect-free finishes on high-precision engine and airframe hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Cross-References\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vantage Specialties, Inc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e AEROWAX™ MT Wax Maskant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Purity Microcrystalline Masking Wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical State:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Block \/ Cake Form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMelting Point Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168°F to 180°F (76°C to 82°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selective masking and stop-off coating for plating operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproved Specifications \u0026amp; 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