ARADUR® 3123

ARADUR® 3123 is a substituted imidazole that may be used either as a latent catalytic curing agent for liquid epoxy resins or as a latent ACCELERATOR for anhydride- and amine-cured epoxy resins.

Functions: Accelerator, Accelerator, Curing Agent, Curing Agent

Chemical Family: Heterocyclic Amines, Imidazoles

End Uses: 1K (1 component) Coating, 2K (2 component) Coating, Pre-pregs

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Epoxies (EP)

Features: Low Toxicity

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Composite Materials Functions
Function
Curing Agent
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Technologies
Product Families
Chemical Structure

ARADUR® 3123 - Chemical Structure - 1

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Materials Features
Advantages
  • Good latency at room temperature
  • Highly reactive at temperatures above 120°C
  • Snap cure properties
  • Dispersible in liquid epoxy resins and hardeners
  • Low toxicity imidazole based accelerator. Low solubility in epoxy resins at room temperature. Outstanding latency vs. standard imidazole.
  • Recommended as latent catalytic curing agent for liquid epoxy resins or as latent accelerator for anhydride or amine cured epoxy resins

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Coating End Applications
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Composites End Use

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Formulating

The amount of ARADUR® 3123 used in any formulation will depend on the resin and hardener used and the reactivity required. In general, when ARADUR® 3123 is used as a catalytic curing agent, 4 to 10 phr will suffice. When used as an accelerator for anhydride cured systems, concentration of 2 to 4 phr of ARADUR® 3123 is usually sufficient.

Safety & Health

Precautions

Avoid dusty conditions. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. When poured, can generate static electricity sparks which can ignite flammable vapors or dusts. For industrial use only.

First Aid

In case of contact

Ingestion : If swallowed, immediately give at least 3-4 glasses of water, but do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, give fluids again. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Get immediate medical attention. Have physician determine whether vomiting or stomach evacuation is necessary.
Skin : For skin contact, wash affected areas with plenty of water, and soap, if available, for several minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Inhalation : If inhaled, remove from area to fresh air. Get medical attention if respiratory irritation develops or if breathing becomes difficult.
Eyes : For eye contact, flush eyes with plenty of water for several minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • Asia Pacific
  • EIMEA

Other

Appearance
Amber to white powder
Color (SDS)
White
Odor (SDS)
Slight
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Curing Time10.0-15.0 mmat 120°C
Curing Time3.0-5.0 mmat 130°C
Curing Time2.0-3.0 mmat 150°C
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Gel Time1.0-5.0 mmat 23°C, 100g, Araldite® GT 7013 Epoxy Resin
Melting Point207.0 °C°C