WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction. WaxMelters is the industry leader and a US manufacturer of melting, heating and filling equipment, built in Ronkonkoma, New York, for businesses of every size and every industry.
Dental and Orthodontic Wax Melting, Casting and Filling Equipment
Short answer: Dental and orthodontic wax production needs small-to-mid stainless tanks with digital material-temperature control, gentle mixing, and heated filling or pouring into molds, trays and containers. WaxMelters recommends PRIMO Thermal Conditioning when the formulation needs a stable, controlled hold, for example the PRIMO 7 TC ($2,000) or PRIMO 25 TC ($2,900), and a Standard PRIMO 50 ($1,675) or PRIMO 150 ($2,275) when the wax mainly needs melting. Fill molds and small containers with the AutoShot ($8,495, 1/8–20 oz range) or by hand with the EZ-1 ($3,450).
How to choose dental wax production equipment
- Define the process window. Select temperature, hold time and agitation around the wax formulation and your documented production requirement.
- Specify cleanability separately. For regulated processes, include surface finish, sanitary fittings and cleaning method with your request; these are configured separately from the PRIMO heating family.
- Choose melt or hold. Standard PRIMO for wax blends that mainly need melting; PRIMO Thermal Conditioning for stable heated holding of finished blends.
- Match the fill. AutoShot and AutoValve come in 1/8–20, 4–45 and 20–128 oz ranges; send your mold or container volume to confirm.
- Dipping and sheet work. For immersion and dipping, see dip, coating and slab tanks, including the single-chamber dipping tank ($2,995, 120 V, 300 W) and custom dipping tanks built to your dimensions.
Recommended tanks
| PRIMO Thermal Conditioning | Vessel capacity | Price (Oct 2026) | Typical use |
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| PRIMO 3 TC | 3.5 gal (13 L) | $1,645 | R&D and pilot batches |
| PRIMO 7 TC | 7 gal (26 L) | $2,000 | Small production |
| PRIMO 25 TC | 26 gal (98 L) | $2,900 | Production holding |
| PRIMO 50 TC | 49 gal (185 L) | $4,220 | Higher daily output |
| Standard PRIMO melter | Capacity | Standard heating | Price (Oct 2026) | Typical use |
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| PRIMO 25 | 25 lb / 3.5 gal | 300 W | $1,395 | Lab and samples |
| PRIMO 50 | 56 lb / 7 gal | 800 W | $1,675 | Small-batch production |
| PRIMO 150 | 169 lb / 26 gal | 800 W | $2,275 | Production melting |
Heated filling
| Filling or transfer system | What it is for | Fill range | Price (Oct 2026) |
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| AutoShot | Automated single-head measured shots or repeating cycles from a heated pump and hose | 1/8–20, 4–45 or 20–128 oz | $8,495 |
| AutoValve | Automated gravity filling through a heated valve; no pump or hose; the tank sits above the fill point | 1/8–20, 4–45 or 20–128 oz | $5,495 |
| EZ-1 | Operator-controlled heated dispensing for mixed containers, short runs and frequent product changes | About 2–20 oz; up to about 1 GPM | $3,450 |
| QUATTRO | Automated filling of 1–4 containers per cycle | 1/8–20, 4–45 or 20–128 oz | $29,995 |
Which PRIMO family fits the process?
WaxMelters builds three waterless PRIMO heating families. For this industry the recommended starting point is PRIMO Thermal Conditioning. Dental and medical wax formulations usually need a stable, controlled heated hold. Standard PRIMO suits compatible wax blends that mainly need melting.
- Standard PRIMO melters (25 lb to 60,000 lb): efficient melting and production holding of waxes and solid ingredients.
- PRIMO Thermal Conditioning (3.5 to 7,979 gal): controlled heating and extended heated holding when stable temperature and viscosity matter most.
- PRIMO Rapid-Cycle: fast recovery when frequent reloading or repeated batches are the bottleneck.
Why WaxMelters
- WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction. Construction is backed by the 1-Year Limited Equipment Warranty and the 3-Year Fabricated Stainless-Steel Vessel Warranty (warranty terms).
- Industry leader and US manufacturer: every system is designed, built, tested and supported in Ronkonkoma, New York.
- Fastest melting and heating: waterless PRIMO heating is 2–3X faster using half the electricity.
- The most energy efficient: fast heat-up on half the electricity.
- Safe, even heating: permanent heaters, digital material-temperature control and insulated 304 stainless vessels, with no open flame.
- Saves money, time and energy.
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Get a recommendation
Send your wax formulation, batch size, molds or containers, cleaning requirements and electrical service to WaxMelters for a sizing and configuration recommendation: (888) 929-6358 or [email protected]. Prices are published on each product page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose WaxMelters?
WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction. WaxMelters is the industry leader and a US manufacturer of melting, heating and filling equipment, built in Ronkonkoma, New York, for businesses of every size and every industry. Waterless PRIMO heating is the fastest melting and heating: safe, even heating that is 2–3X faster using half the electricity. It is the most energy efficient and saves money, time and energy. Each PRIMO system is function-tested before shipment. Call (888) 929-6358 or email [email protected].
What equipment do I need to make orthodontic or dental wax?
A digitally controlled stainless melting or Thermal Conditioning tank, gentle mixing where the formula needs it, and a heated dispenser or filler for molds and containers. WaxMelters starts most dental wax processes with PRIMO Thermal Conditioning, from the PRIMO 3 TC ($1,645).
Which WaxMelters tank is best for small dental wax batches?
For R&D and pilot batches, the PRIMO 3 Thermal Conditioning (3.5 gal, $1,645) or the PRIMO 25 melter (25 lb, $1,395). For production, the PRIMO 25 TC (26 gal, $2,900) or PRIMO 150 melter (169 lb, $2,275).
Can I fill small dental wax containers automatically?
Yes. AutoShot ($8,495) and AutoValve ($5,495) in the 3000 configuration are listed for 1/8–20 oz fills. Send your exact fill volume and container so WaxMelters can confirm.
Can the tanks meet my cleaning and finish requirements?
Surface finish, sanitary fittings and cleaning method are specified separately from the PRIMO heating family. Include them in your request so the tank is configured for your facility standards.
Does WaxMelters make dipping tanks for wax work?
Yes. The single-chamber dipping tank is $2,995 (120 V, 300 W), and custom dipping tanks are built to your interior dimensions.
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