OMICURE®

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OMICURE® curing agents, accelerators and catalysts are one-part epoxies which are important to many industries for lightweight, high-performance composites. These additives accelerate cure speed and lower cure temperature in one-part epoxy systems.
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HuntsmanOMICURE® U 24 M
  • Product Functions:Accelerator, Catalyst
  • Chemical Name:3,3'-(4-Methyl-1,3-phenylene)bis(1,1-dimethylurea)
  • Chemical Family:Urea & Urea Derivatives
  • CAS Number:17526-94-2
  • Product End Uses:1K (1 Component) Adhesive, Encapsulant, Film Adhesives, Potting Compound, Powder Coating
  • Material Compatibility:Epoxy (EP) Polymers
  • Processing & Application Methods:Prepreg Processing

OMICURE® U 24 M is an aromatic substituted urea used as a latent ACCELERATOR for the dicyandiamide cure of epoxy resins. It reduces the time and temperature required for curing one-component products. Compared to other substituted ureas, toluene bis dimethyl urea offers the greatest acceleration while having minimal impact on cured properties. Suggested use levels are and lt;5 phr, with curing times of about 50 minutes at 100°C and under 3 minutes at temperatures and gt;150°C. It provides a room temperature shelf life of over 3 months when used with DGEBA/DICY. Storage stability improves when insoluble ingredients are used. OMICURE® U 24M can be incorporated with dicy in formulations.

 

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HuntsmanOMICURE® DDA 5
  • Product Functions:Curing Agent, Hardener
  • Chemical Family:Cyanamide
  • Product End Uses:1K (1 Component) Adhesive, Encapsulant, Potting Compound, Powder Coating
  • Product Features:Anti-Settling, High Reactivity, Superior Dispersion

OMICURE® DDA 5 CI EX is an ultra-micronized grade of Dicyandiamide, a solid latent curing agent for epoxy resins. OMICURE® DDA 5 CI EX, like other grades of Dicy, is dispersed into a resin system where it remains stable until activated by heat. Without an accelerator, such as a substituted urea, dicyandiamide has an activation temperature of about 175°C and a formulated storage stability of over six months. When catalyzed with a latent accelerator, like one of the OMICURE® U series of substituted ureas, one component adhesive and sealant formulas can be prepared with cure temperatures of 100- 120°C and excellent stability. The ultra-fine particle size of OMICURE DDA 5 CI EX will help to aid good dispersion, prevent settling, maximize reactivity, promote uniform cure to formulated systems, and avoid issues of ‘hot spots’. Epoxy systems cured with OMICURE® DDA 5 CI EX are characterized by outstanding adhesion making it a preferred choice for adhesive formulations. OMICURE® DDA 5 CI EX is compatible with all epoxy resins, including Bisphenol A and F epoxies and epoxy novolacs, can be used with diluted or undiluted resins, and is compatible with a wide variety of fillers and pigments. OMICURE® DDA 5 CI EX is safe to handle and is considered non-toxic.

 

The information, specifications, and materials provided with this product are for general informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice. The product is provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Users are responsible for ensuring the product is suitable for their intended application and for following all applicable safety guidelines and instructions.

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HuntsmanOMICURE® U 405 M
  • Product Functions:Accelerator
  • Chemical Name:Fenuron
  • Chemical Family:Phenylureas
  • CAS Number:101-42-8
  • Product End Uses:1K (1 Component) Adhesive, Encapsulant, Film Adhesives, Potting Compound, Powder Coating, Pre-pregs
  • Material Compatibility:Epoxy (EP) Polymers

OMICURE® U-405, an aromatic substituted urea, is intended for use as a latent accelerator for the dicyandiamide cure of epoxy resins. The addition of OMICURE® U-405 to these formulations produces shelf-stable one-part products that cure in shorter times and/or at lower temperatures. OMICURE® U-405M represents the micronized grade of OMICURE® U-405. OMICURE® U-405 is most similar in structure to monuron and diuron. However, OMICURE® U-405 does not contain any chlorine and is, therefore, safer to use than monuron or diuron. When substituting OMICURE® U-405 for either of these products, the formulator should use approximately 30%-50% less 94 to achieve similar degrees of acceleration. Suggested use levels of OMICURE U-405 are <5 phr. At 100 °C, cures can be obtained in about one hour and in less than four minutes at temperatures at 150 °C. Cure times are dependent on the composition of the formulated product and your end application. Some of the factors that can affect shelf life are formulation ingredients and compounding parameters. Ingredients in which OMICURE® U-405 is insoluble at processing and storage temperatures will enhance overall storage stability. OMICURE® U-405 can be incorporated into your formulation concurrent with the DICY addition.

 

The information, specifications, and materials provided with this product are for general informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice. The product is provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Users are responsible for ensuring the product is suitable for their intended application and for following all applicable safety guidelines and instructions.

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HuntsmanOMICURE® DDA 10
  • Product Functions:Curing Agent, Hardener
  • Product End Uses:1K (1 Component) Adhesive, Encapsulant, Film Adhesives, Potting Compound, Powder Coating
  • Material Compatibility:Epoxy (EP) Polymers
  • Labeling Claims:Non-Toxic
  • Product Features:Anti-Settling, Good Dispersion Stability, High Temperature Curing, High Temperature Resistance

OMICURE® DDA 10 is a micronized dicyandiamide curing agent for epoxy resins, with a mean particle size of 12 μm and 2% silica as an anticaking aid. It remains stable until activated by heat (350 °F), offering over six months of storage stability. When catalyzed, it enables one-component adhesive and sealant formulas with cure temperatures of 225-250 °F. Its fine particle size ensures good dispersion, uniform curing, and excellent adhesion. Compatible with all epoxy resins and various fillers, OMICURE® DDA 10 is safe, non-toxic, and ideal for adhesive formulations.

 

The information, specifications, and materials provided with this product are for general informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice. The product is provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Users are responsible for ensuring the product is suitable for their intended application and for following all applicable safety guidelines and instructions.

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