EPOCAST® 54 A/B

EPOCAST® 54-A/B laminating system is an unfilled, solvent-free, easy-to-handle product. It is self-extinguishing and well-suited for the manufacture and repair of composite structures. In addition to laminating applications, the epoxy system can be used for filament winding. EPOCAST® 54-A/B epoxy laminating system is qualified to AIMS 04-27-000-01.

RTU Product Type: Laminating Resin System

Product End Uses: Composite Fabrication, Flame-Retardant Composites

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Composites Processing Methods: Filament Winding, Laminating

Features: Easy to Handle, Fast Setting, Good Compressive Strength, Good Mechanical Properties, High Modulus, High Strength, Self Extinguishing, Short Work Life

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives
RTU Product Type
Laminating Resin System
Technologies
Composite Materials
Product Families
Composite Materials — Resin Systems
Laminating

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Solvent-free
Ready-to-Use Product Features
Easy to Handle,
Fast Setting,
Good Compressive Strength,
Good Mechanical Properties,
High Modulus,
High Strength,
Self Extinguishing,
Short Work Life
Features and Benefits
  • FR, high compressive strength and modulus, fast-setting epoxy laminating system
  • High Strength
  • Self Extinguishing
  • Short Work Life

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Aerospace MRO Applications
Composites Processing Methods
Filament Winding,
Laminating
Product End Uses
Composite Fabrication,
Flame-Retardant Composites
Markets
Automotive & Transportation
Applications
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Aerospace & Aviation

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Regulatory & Compliance

OEM Specifications
Airbus AIMS 04‑27‑000‑01

Technical Details & Test Data

Cured Properties

Five days at 77°F (25°C) or two hours at 150-200°F (66-93°C) after room temperature gel. The system can be handled and machined after 24 hours at room temperature.

Test

 value unit test method condition
Compressive Strength 49,010 psi ASTM D695

at 77°F, 12-ply 7781 glass cloth
Compressive Modulus 3,399 Ksi ASTM D695

at 77°F, 12-ply 7781 glass cloth
Flammability 0 sec FAR 25.853A

Self Extinguish Time, 2-ply 7781 glass cloth, 60 sec, vertical
Flammability 0 sec FAR 25.853A

Drip Extinguish Time, 2-ply 7781 glass cloth, 60 sec, vertical
Flammability 3.5 inch FAR 25.853A

Burn Length, 2-ply 7781 glass cloth, 60 sec, vertical
Processing Information

Mix Ratio: To 100 parts by weight of Epocast 54-A resin, add 15 parts by weight of Hardener 54-B. Mix both components thoroughly for several minutes to insure a complete and uniform mixture. Mix only that quantity which can be applied within several minutes after mixing to avoid excessive exotherm.

Safety & Health

Safety Precautions
  • First aid
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • For professional and industrial use only

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Kit
Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • EIMEA

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Epocast® 54-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 1 year (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

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Gel Time15.0-25.0 mmASTM D2471 at 25°C, 100g
Viscosity8000.0 cPscPsASTM D2196 at 25°C