EPOCAST® 1656 A/B

EPOCAST® 1656-A/B epoxy syntactic is a low-density compound with good elevated temperature properties after a room-temperature cure. The epoxy syntactic is useful as a core fill for metal skins to add stiffness and strength to fabricated parts and is also suitable for core splicing and strengthening radii and corners of reinforced plastic structures. EPOCAST® epoxy syntactic meets requirements of GM-4006-1-2.

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

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Applications
Mixing Ratio

To 100 parts by weight of EPOCAST® 1656-A resin, add 12 parts by weight of EPOCAST® 1656-B hardener. Mix both components thoroughly for several minutes to insure complete and uniform mixing.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Mix Ratio Data

To 100 parts by weight of Epocast® 1656-A resin, add 12 parts by weight of Epocast® 1656-B hardener. Mix both components thoroughly for several minutes to insure complete and uniform mixing.

Cure Schedule

7 days at 77°F (25°C)or gel at 77°F (25°C) followed by 2-3 hours at 150°F (66°C).

Typical Cured Properties
Property Value Unit Test Method Condition
Tensile Lap Shear 700 psi ASTM D1002 at 77°F (25°C), etched Al/Al
Compressive Strength 9,500 psi ASTM D695 at -67°F (-55°C), 2% strain
Compressive Strength 8,000 psi ASTM D695 at 77°F (25°C)
Compressive Strength 3,000 psi ASTM D695 at 180°F (83°C)
Compressive Strength 550 psi ASTM D695 at 350°F (177°C)
Flatwise Tensile Strength 2,000 psi ASTM C-297 at 74°F (23°C)
Flatwise Tensile Strength 1,000 psi ASTM C-297 at 160°F (71°C)

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
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Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • Asia Pacific
  • Australia
  • EIMEA

Storage & Handling

Storage Information
  • Epocast® 1656-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, this product has a shelf life of 6 months (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 Conditions
  • EPOCAST® 1656-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, EPOCAST® 1656-A/B has a shelf life of 6 months (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
Light tan
Application Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mix Ratio0.12 %(W)%(W)Hardener : Resin
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density0.8 g/cm³g/cm³ASTM D1622
Gel Time50.0-90.0 mmASTM D2471 at 25°C, 100g