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Become a Better Embalmer


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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 17 November 2009 )
Embalming - Arterial
X-20 Arterial
CHARACTERISTICS AND FEATURES Sold 24 bottles/case
A 20 index arterial fluid, X-20 provides a soft but well-preserved and life-like feel and appearance to the body and skin. X-20 contains six ingredients, including silicone oils, which modify the harsh effects of formaldehyde. The embalmer can be sure of both an excellent cosmetic effect and a particularly pleasant result - a thoroughly embalmed body of mild firmness and uniform color with a natural, moist feel to the skin.

Mildly buffered to help keep the formaldehyde base at optimum preservation power, X-20 penetrates and distributes well. The preservatives and modifiers are carried into the tissue to give it a plasticized feel with the proper formaldehyde content for good preservation.
HOW TO USE THE FLUID For normal cases, use X-20 at a dilution of 6 to 8 ounces per gallon of water. Use at least 1 gallon of diluted fluid per 50 pounds of body weight. A lower concentration should be considered for emaciated cases. For larger cases where decomposition has started, 8 to 16 ounces per gallon should be considered according to the embalmber’s professional judgment. The alternate injection and drainage technique or intermittent drainage technique should be used in all cases to insure thorough distribution of the fluid. Shake well before using.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 17 November 2009 )
 

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-1 #1 2010-10-27 16:08
Ever thought of using Frigid Fluid with reduced water ? Well in the UK where most of our cases are delayed and refrigerated, waterless, or reduced water solutions, do provide positive benefits for extended viewings. We have used Frigid Fluids with reduced water extensively with exceptional results for the dehydrated or emmaciated case. Three bottles of X20, six bottles of Water Clot Guard, two bottles of Free Flo and top up with very warm water to the two gal mark. On the last half gal I add one bottle of Humectant with closed drainage and then, where possible, delay aspiration for at least twelve hours. Tissue Aid can be supplemented for Humectant where severe emmaciation exists. We frequently hold cases on view for three to four weeks and this type of solution has proven very effective. Not tried it with other arterials but for building hydration that stands the test of time then this type of solution is worth giving a go. The cost per case increases but, hey, so what.
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