The CLICKSET set master models allow for a high degree of flexibility for designing stone in wax master models. CLICKSET master settings are manufactured to high tolerances and they have been fully tested on a large variety of metal alloys to ensure that shrinkages are correct and that stones are secure after casting. CLICKSET settings are manufactured in 925 silver so that the metal can be worked easily by the master model maker/designer.

Suggested modification techniques for designing with CLICKSET™:

• Change the exterior of the CLICKSET model via filing and shaping the wall from the outside
• Round edges or modify angles of the CLICKSET master
• Taper the exterior walls of the CLICKSET to customize the style and shape
• Pierce the CLICKSET anywhere below the CLICKSET seat tabs to form filigree or bridge work style masters.
• Combine CLICKSETS together and shape them on the exterior to blend into one master model
• Assemble CLICKSETS together at various heights to create different style variations for a master model.
• For prong style CLICKSETS shape the exterior areas of the prongs for customization of design. Round or shape the tips of the prongs to suite your design ideas.

Designing note: Do not change any of the interior portions of the CLICKSET where the nib seats are or above that area that will accommodate the seating of a stone. For prong style CLICKSET do not modify the interior portion of the prong seat or prong as this area has been designed to tight tolerances for specific stone sizes. Also, it is not advised to change the opening size of the top of any bezel or flush style click set models as this top inside area hold the crown of the stone in place, modification can cause the stone to not be held securely or fall through the model once set in wax.

Molding CLICKSET™ masters:

The CLICKSET masters are designed so that once they have been modified as desired then, they could be molded using an organic mold rubber with 3-4% shrinkage. The masters have the shrinkage built in for standard mold rubbers as well as the injection wax shrinkage so, once the master model is finished and polished then mold the master. This mold will become your master mold for CLICKSET waxes.

Injecting using the CLICKSET™ master mold:

It is recommended that you use a good quality wax with elasticity that will allow the stones to be clicked into place in the wax pattern. SRS recommends the 863 Pink injection wax for optimum performance. Once a wax pattern has been shot into the mold and pulled allow the wax pattern to cool to room temperature. Before setting any stones in the wax. If the wax is not allowed to cool then it will deform when the stones are clicked into place and not return to its original shape, always set stones at room temperature.

Inspect all wax patterns making sure that they are completely filled with out defects, flashing and fining inside of the CLICKSET wax pattern may translate to metal and break a set stone in the casting process. Be very particular and use only high quality injected wax patterns for stone in wax setting for the best quality results. Preparation is critical to good stone in wax results.

Avoid fluctuations in room temperature when handling set wax patterns. Changes in temperature, particularly at night and in the winter will cause wax to shrink and this will effect the ability to set stones into the wax patterns. Use the day’s production of wax patterns the same day for best results for stone in wax setting.

Stone selection for CLICKSET™:

Use good quality stones, which are of a consistent size for stone in wax setting into CLICKSET. CLICKSET™ masters are engineered to close tolerances and will not always accept variation in stone sizes. Out of calibration over sized stones can set in the wax however, heat and pressure from the casting process can crack or break the stones later in the process costing money in lost production and set up time. Choose to use quality-calibrated stones for the best results with CLICKSET.

Choose the right stones for the best results for stone in wax setting casting; Smaller diamonds, quality CZ, corundum like Sapphire and Ruby, synthetic or simulated stones (test blues and greens for color changes), created and lab-grown Ruby, Sapphire & Emeralds.

Further precautions in using CLICKSET™:
Do not bend the CLICKSET master settings in any way, this will result in distortion of the pre-cut seats and stones may not fit into the wax patterns securely.

Do not use any additional wax to secure stones into CLICKSET wax patterns. Excessively heated hot wax additions may cause wax to “flood” across the back of the stone causing discoloration of the stone after casting.

Direct technical help
If you need any direct technical help please feel free to contact the following SRS personnel:

Stone in wax setting enquiries:
Mr Peter Croton, peterc@srs-ltd.co.uk
Ms Bryony Kirk, bryonyk@srs-ltd.co.uk
Mr Martin Cookson Martinc@srs-ltd.co.uk
General casting Enquiries
Mr Peter Croton, peterc@srs-ltd.co.uk
Mr Martin Cookson, Martinc@srs-ltd.co.uk

SRS Ltd
Riddings, Derbyshire, UK
T: 01773-608969
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E: sales@srs-ltd.co.uk