ARALDITE® EPN 1179 N 98

ARALDITE® EPN 1179 N 98 contains more than two epoxy groups per molecule and can be described as multifunctional epoxy resins. Due to the increased epoxy functionality, EPN resins provide a high cross-link density when properly cured. Systems based on Araldite® EPN 1179 N98 epoxy resin possess better chemical and high temperature resistance than those based on standard bisphenol A epoxy resins.

 

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Chemical Family: Phenol & Cresol Epoxy Resins (Novolac)

Product End Uses: Floor Coatings, Marine Paints, Solventless & High Solids Coating, Tank Linings, Waterborne Coating

Product Features: Chemical Resistance, Solvent Resistance, Thermal Resistance

Technical Data Sheet

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Function
Binder & Resin,Binder & Resin
Product Functions
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
Product Families
Chemical Structure

ARALDITE® EPN 1179 N 98 - Chemical Structure - 1

Features & Benefits

Product Features
Product Properties
  • Excellent solvent resistance
  • Outstanding chemical resistance
  • Exceptional heat resistance
  • Compliant with FDA listings in 21CFR 175.300

Applications & Uses

Cure Method
Product End Uses
Markets
Applications
Product Applications
  • EPN resins are recommended for high performance applications requiring excellent chemical and solvent resistance.
  • When combined with suitable curing agents (i.e. polyamines, novolacs and anhydrides), they can be used as the sole resins, or in blends with bisphenol A and F epoxy resins, to upgrade the performance of the latter.
  • EPN resins can be used in two-component room temperature cure, forced cure or heat cure systems.
  • Solvent-containing, high solids, solvent-free or waterborne coatings can be formulated.
  • The heat-curable systems produce the ultimate performance (chemical and thermal resistance).
  • This is due to more complete reactions with the curing agents at higher temperatures, and overcoming the steric hindrance of the multifunctional epoxy resins.
  • Adhesives
  • Prepreg
  • Maintenance and marine coatings
  • General industrial coatings
  • Tank linings
  • Floorings
  • Pipe coatings
  • Automotive primers
  • Coil coating primers

Safety & Health

Safety Information

Keep out of reach of children

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Americas

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Information
  • ARALDITE® EPN 1179 N 98 should be stored in a dry place and in the sealed original container, at temperatures between 2°C and 40°C.
  • Under these storage conditions the shelf life is 3 years.
  • The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

Other

Appearance
Clear no contamination
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Epoxy Equivalent Weight170.0-180.0g/eq
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.16-1.21g/cm³at 25°C
Viscosity8000.0-16000.0cPsat 25°C