Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- RTU Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Product Features
- Low viscosity
- Superior wetability
- Medium work life
Applications & Uses
- Composites Processing Methods
- Mixing Ratio
We recommend that the components are weighed with an accurate balance to prevent mixing inaccuracies which can affect the properties of the matrix system. The components should be mixed thoroughly to ensure homogeneity. It is important that the side and the bottom of the vessel are incorporated into the mixing process. When processing large quantities of mixture the pot life will decrease due to exothermic reaction. It is advisable to divide large mix quantities into several smaller containers.
- Application Information
Araldite LY 3600 a low viscosity epoxy resin modified with di-functional diluent, which when used with the specially formulated polyamine adduct hardener Aradur 249-1 provides a laminating system of exceptional wetability and low viscosity, making it ideal for timber impregnation as well as general laminating applications.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Typical Properties
System tested:
ARALDITE LY 3600 / ARADUR 249-1, Mix ratio: 100 / 33 pbw
Determined on standard test specimens at 23°C
Cured for 7 days at 25°CKey Test method Unit Value Glass Transition Temperature (DSC) ISO 11357-2 :1999 °C 60 - 65 Flexural strength ISO 178: 2001 MPa 63 - 67 Water Absorption ISO 62: 1999 % by wt. 0.25 - 0.35 Lap shear strength (Al / Al)
24 hours at 25°CISO 4587: 2003 N/mm² 8 - 10 Lap shear strength (Al / Al)
48 hours at 25°CISO 4587: 2003 N/mm² 14 - 16 - Processing Recommendation
The temperature where gelation is being carried out should not be higher than necessary. A high gelation temperature induces shrinkage and generates internal stress within the part.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Conditions
- Provided that the components are stored in a dry place in their original, properly closed containers at the above mentioned storage temperatures they will have the shelf lives indicated on the labels.
- Partly emptied containers should be closed immediately after use.