EPOCAST® 1617 A/B

EPOCAST® 1617-A/B epoxy syntactic is a low-density, self-extinguishing compound for edge sealing honeycomb structures. The lightweight epoxy is an easy-to-handle material that exhibits high strength after curing. EPOCAST® 1617-A/B epoxy syntactic cures to an off-white color and is qualified to BMS 5-28, Type 17.

RTU Product Type: 2K (2 component) Sealant, Epoxy Adhesive, Syntactic Adhesive, Void Filler

Application Area: Edge Sealing, Floor Panel, Honeycomb Edge Sealing, Honeycomb Structures, Insert Bonding, Sealing

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Features: Flame Retardant, Low Density, Room Temperature Curing, Self Extinguishing

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Features
  • Low Density
  • Self-Extinguishing
  • One Hour Work Life

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Markets
Applications
Mixing Ratio
  • To 100 parts by weight of Epocast® 1617 A resin, add 20 parts by weight of Epocast 1617 B hardener. Mix both components thoroughly for several minutes to assure complete blending.
  • NOTE: Resin/filler separation may occur in Epocast 1617 A resin. Remix before use.

Properties

Physical Form
Notes
  • 7 days at 77°F (25°C) or gel at room temperature plus 5 hours at 125°F (52°C).

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Mix Ratio Data

To 100 parts by weight of Epocast® 1617 A resin, add 20 parts by weight of Epocast® 1617 B hardener. Mix both components thoroughly for several minutes to assure complete blending.

NOTE: Resin/filler separation may occur in Epocast® 1617 A resin. Remix before use.

Cured Properties
Property Test Method Test Temperature Result Unit
Tensile lap shear, Al-Al ASTM D1002 at 25°C 1,000 psi
Compressive strength ASTM D695 at 25°C 5,500 psi
Compressive strength ASTM D695 at 82°C 1,570 psi
Compressive strength ASTM D695 at 121°C 670 psi
Compressive strength ASTM D695 at 177°C 660 psi
Compressive modulus ASTM D695 at 25°C 250 ksi
Compressive modulus ASTM D695 at 82°C 44 ksi
Compressive modulus ASTM D695 at 121°C 16 ksi
Compressive modulus ASTM D695 at 177°C 16 ksi
Weight change, 24 hr immersion ASTM D543 at 25°C < 1.0 %
Weight change, 24 hr immersion ASTM D543   < 2.0 %
Weight change, 24 hr immersion ASTM D543   < 2.5 %
Weight change, 24 hr immersion ASTM D543   < 2.0 %
Flammability -- --

Self-extinguishing

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • Asia Pacific
  • Australia
  • EIMEA

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Epocast® 1617 A/B should be stored in a dry place, in the sealed original container, at temperatures between +2°C and +40°C (+35.6°F and 104°F).
  • The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Under these storage conditions, and when supplied under Huntsman standard certification, this product has a shelf life of 6 months from date of shipment (expiration date may differ based on customer specification).
  • Material temperatures should be above 18°C (65°F) when mixing. After use, tightly reseal containers.
Storage Information
  • Epocast® 1617 A/B should be stored in a dry place, in the sealed original container, at temperatures between +2°C and +40°C (+35.6°F and 104°F).
  • The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
  • Under these storage conditions, and when supplied under Huntsman standard certification, this product has a shelf life of 6 months from date of shipment (expiration date may differ based on customer specification).
  • Material temperatures should be above 18°C (65°F) when mixing. After use, tightly reseal containers.

Other

Appearance
Off white paste
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.7 g/cm³g/cm³ASTM D1622
Gel Time60.0-90.0 mmat 25°C, 50g