heat stabilizer

[The Dutchman]

How much heat stabilizer is enough? For instance, I use about 4 oz plastic in a 1 cup anchor cup in the mike. I am sure that ALL colors change with repeated heats but certain colors - Junebug - seem to change more. So, with 4 oz of plastic how much heat stabilizer should I use or do you use? Thanks. Joe

[alsworms]

Hi Joe,

I think it's best if you mix your stabilizer in 1 or 5 gallon containers. I use 1 teaspoon per gallon of plastic.

[maximusgunn]

According to Lure Craft catalog it says "3 ounces per gallon or 1 teaspoon per 12 ounces" of stabilizer in plastic before heating.

I use a teaspoon per 12 ounces of plastic heat it in the microwave pour it in the lee pot and haven't had any problems.

[maximusgunn]

According to Lure Craft catalog it says "3 ounces per gallon or 1 teaspoon per 12 ounces" of stabilizer in plastic before heating.

I use a teaspoon per 12 ounces of plastic heat it in the microwave pour it in the lee pot and haven't had any problems.

[texasbass1]

I use about 10 drops for 4 oz of plastic. Seems to work for me, you are right though Junebug seem to fade the most for me as well. I haven't had as much problem with the heat stabilizer.

[dtrs5kprs]

I usually run 1+ teaspoon to a full hot pot (regular size), maybe a little more if running a clear color like firecracker, light smoke, light rootbeer/amber, etc. Possibly the most important additive you can use.