iandol on mon 29 dec 03
Dear Friends,
The idea of using a light oil derived from mineral or organic sources to =
reduce the melting point of a wax is by no means a new concept. But it =
is a mistake to believe that it will alleviate problems due to fumes and =
the bronchial problems they may cause to some people.
All oils are volatile and those sold for light lubrication duty may be =
mixtures of hydrocarbons with a range of boiling points. Be aware of =
this and ensure you have adequate ventilation. A smoke detector might be =
a useful addition to the place where this work is done. My experience is =
that the alarm will sound before you see the fumes.
Best regards,
Ivor Lewis. Redhill, South Australia
Steve Mills on fri 2 jan 04
My point was that the mixture described was made liquid enough to use by
sitting the container in hot water. At that temperature it is not hot
enough to give off a dangerous quantity of poisonous fumes, if any.
Steve
Bath
UK
In message , iandol writes
>Dear Friends,
>The idea of using a light oil derived from mineral or organic sources to =
>reduce the melting point of a wax is by no means a new concept. But it =
>is a mistake to believe that it will alleviate problems due to fumes and =
>the bronchial problems they may cause to some people.
>All oils are volatile and those sold for light lubrication duty may be =
>mixtures of hydrocarbons with a range of boiling points. Be aware of =
>this and ensure you have adequate ventilation. A smoke detector might be =
>a useful addition to the place where this work is done. My experience is =
>that the alarm will sound before you see the fumes.
>Best regards,
>Ivor Lewis. Redhill, South Australia
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Steve Mills
Bath
UK
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