SILCA Bike Chain Wax Melting System for Immersive Waxing, 600ml Capacity | Compact at-home chain waxing kit, precise temperature control, integrated cooling rack, quick melting technology

This SILCA chain waxing system is a game changer if you want a clean, efficient way to keep your drivetrain running smoothly. The 600ml pot is the perfect size for bike chains, and the precise temperature control means the wax melts quickly without overheating or burning. I love the integrated cooling rack — it keeps everything organized and makes the process much less messy than using a random crock pot or DIY setup. The quick-melt feature is also handy, since I can be ready to dip a chain in just a few minutes. After waxing, the chain comes out evenly coated, runs smooth, and stays much cleaner than with traditional lube. Yes, it’s a premium product, but if you wax your chains regularly, it’s worth it for the convenience and consistency. Highly recommended for cyclists who want pro-level performance with a simple at-home setup.

This is definitely worth the investment if you are hot waxing. Don't leave it to chance with crock pots or other methods of melting. Yes, this is a Chinese item that probably costs $10 to produce, but it has some special things about it that make it much more capable than the knock offs. The main benefit is the way it heats up and holds a precise temperature, which is essential to easy and proper waxing. Now about waxing itself and why I chose Silca. First off, the conversion to wax has been well worth the effort to me. The first thing you have to do is decontaminate your entire drive train in order to change over to wax. This took me on and off for three days. But the result is WELL worth the time investment. No more muck, no more grinding that filth into your chain. I would recommend just throwing out our current chain and using strip chips (another Silca product) to prepare factory new chains for the first time. It's very little effort and you will have these chains to rotate into use probably for the life of your bike. Waxing is that good. I typically far surprass what they estimate for rewaxing, but I'm not a pro or anything. I also use their drip wax to top off in the event of a wet ride. Trust me, it might sound like a pain, but it's nothing compared to properly maintaining a drivetrain with wet lube. You also have the benefit of a perpetually sparkling clean drivetrain that you can actually touch without getting ANYTHING on your hands, clothes, etc. This is truly a game changer. This product among waxing products in particular because of the ability to simply use a wax additive chip to prepare factory chains. No hassle stripping and prepping - just add the chip and throw the factory chain in. I cannot recommend this system enough. The only doubt you'll have is why you waited so long.

This is not the cheapest solution to hot-wax immersion for bike chains but it sure is easy, so if you ride (and wax your chains) a lot, this is almost a no-brainer unless funds are really tight. If you're not waxing your chains (and you probably should be), read the detailed (too detailed?) test results at ZeroFrictionCycling.com.au (ignore the capital letters). It's pretty easy to overheat wax, and if you do it's not going to perform very well. This has very precise temperature control. The other stand-out feature is the hanging rack that extends over the pot. No more wax drips in random places that annoy the people you live with! This thing will make chain waxing so easy you'll wonder how you lived without it.

Works as it should. I use the Silca wax and the SIlca pre-cleaning chip things. Easy to use. Beeps are not very loud if you wander off, I'd set a timer on a phone or something. If you're washing a chain prior, dry it off and wax it immediately! If there's any moisture on the chain and you leave it, it will start to corrode. Ask me how I know. I suppose you could spray with WD40 to keep moisture off, wipe as dry as possible, then use the chip wax to for the degreasing properties. I was not keen on waxing until I went to a track weekend and one of the other riders had all waxed chains. No black marks from the chain at all, and I'm somewhat fastidious about cleaning drivetrains. The kicker was when I bought a used track bike, the seller included his spare chains. The wax chain was completely clean and didn't mark anything. For track I decided to do wax. I got the Silca system, the regular wax, and the chip thing for cleaning new chains. It's very straightforward. I was worried about odor because I read there was odor, did it in the porch, but the "odor" is just of actual wax. It smells like there's an unscented candle burning somewhere. For the future I'll do it indoors in the winter, outdoors in the summer, more for temperature/heat efficiency than anything else. Remember to clean your cogs and chainrings. They hold a lot of the black grit/grime. Now I can change cogs and chainrings without getting my hands dirty at all. It's incredible.

Chain waxing is the only way to go if you're serious about keeping your bike running smoothly, and the SILCA Bicycle Chain Wax Melting System makes it so much easier! Yes, it's a bit pricey, but it's worth it for the convenience and quality. The cooling rack and hanging stand are game-changers, keeping things organized and mess-free during the process. The melting system heats up quickly and holds the wax at just the right temperature, so you get a consistent coating every time. It’s a must-have for any cyclist looking to keep their chain clean, efficient, and long-lasting!

Heats up quicker than most of the small cooking oriented crockpots. Chain waxing went from an all day ordeal to a 15 minute affair even with multiple chains. The included drip shelf helps save on wax by letting it drip back into the pot. Saves mess too.

Ya lo he utilizado unas 4 veces en esta semana que me llegó y funciona muy bien, ideal para mantener la temperatura correcta de la cera y evitar desperdiciar

You get perfect results every time. Temperature is maintained exactly unlike cheaper wax or crock pots.

Love waxed chains and have done nearly all of my bikes. May keep a Fatbike that sees a lot of wet/snow conditions on a wet line but everything else is waxed

Although the unit is a little pricey it does a great job. Minimal clean up of the chain is necessary when finished.

Great instructions and great results