Epoxy Resin Marine Grade 4 Boat Deck, Hull & Transom -Building Repair Seal Structural Strength Fiberglassing, Waterproofing, Glue

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For Wood Sealing, Waterproofing, Fiberglassing And As A Strong Adhesive For Structural Bonding

EPOXY/POLYAMIDE RESIN SYSTEM

1 US GALLON COMBINED VOLUME (128 FL.OZ)

1/2 GALLON PART A (64 FL.OZ)

1/2 GALLON PART B (64 FL.OZ)

Marine Environment Construction And Repair Resin System

Epoxy/Polyamide based resins are one of the best systems to use for applications that will be subject to water immersion and marine environments.

It provides excellent resistance to salt water, acidic and caustic exposure and retains its physical properties even after prolonged water immersion.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B is a two-part epoxy/polyamide resin system specially formulated to provide structural strength to a variety of marine and boat building uses such as structural fiberglassing, waterproofing, and high strength bonding application.

It is the low viscosity version (thinner) of MAX BOND family of marine grade resin systems providing improved ease of use and faster fiberglass fabric wetting.

 

Bonds To Steel, Aluminum, Metals, Concrete, Fiberglass, And Composites Waterproofing Sealant For Wood, Metals, Concrete 1:1 Mix Ratio, Equal Parts By Volume Or By Weight Brush, Roller Coat, Trowel Applied Excellent Impact Resistance Excellent Balance Of Strength And Flexibility Excellent Water/Salt Water Resistant For Marine/Aero Applications Low Shrinkage, Wide Range Of Service Temperature

The consistency of this formulation is similar honey (5600 cPs @77°F) . It is only diluted from the base epoxy and curing agent formulation to yield ease of use and general fabric impregnation. Over dilution of epoxy resin (below 1000 cPs similar to the consistency of mineral oil) are over diluted with lower functional epoxy diluents that will also dilute and lower the final cured mechanical strength. 

All the MAX BOND series of epoxy resin demonstrates excellent adhesion to polyester based marine hulls. 

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B demonstrates structural bond strengths to a variety of substrates commonly used in the manufacturing of modern marine vessels of such as wood, steel, aluminum, copper and other metal alloys, polyester constructed fiberglass, and most plastics. It is an excellent resin system as an impregnating resin for fiberglass fabric, wood sealing, waterproofing and in all manners of boat building construction, repair, and maintenance.

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B performs well in wide range of service temperature and resists cracking and delamination caused by repeated impact cyclic vibration, thermal expansion/contraction and physical breakdown due to continuous seawater immersion. MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B will cure in humid and low-temperature conditions. 

It is room temperature cured or heat cured for faster cure time.

WHICH EPOXY IS BEST FOR YOUR APPLICATION?  

Epoxy based polymers are one of the most versatile thermoset plastics that can be modified into a multitude of applications and fit very specific task as demanded by the application.  It offers ease of use and generally safer to handle over other types of thermoset resins which make it the choice material for many high-performance composites.  

 New ideas demand new technology in material science and the skill to compose its constituent into a synergistic composite. 

 What is Impact testing?

Impact testing is one of the most revealing test methods that demonstrate a material's ability to resist and withstand a high-rate of pressure loading at a short amount of time.  Its behavior during and after the impact can define its maximum mechanical property and conditional limits upon its destruction.  

 Why is Impact Testing Important?

The impact resistance of an object provides the ultimate measure of its resistance to its definitive destruction. Governed by the many laws and dynamics of physics, a skilled chemist or materials engineer can determine the design equilibrium and ultimate performance by careful analysis of the material’s disassociation and the manner of its destruction.

With this knowledge, other aspects of mechanical performance can be accurately derived and through engineering, one can determine the impact energies the part can withstand and design the construction that will resist such assaults over the projected lifespan.dddddd

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High Impact Boat Building Marine Grade Epoxy Resin For Impregnating \u0026 Fiberglassing \u0026 Wood Sealing.

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THIS KIT INCLUDES A SET OF YORKER CAPS FOR CONTROLLED DISPENSING.

Use these Yorker caps to dispense the material with ease and minimize over pouring and reduce spills. We do not recommend using dispensing pumps  The curing agent or PART B of any epoxy resin system is sensitive to moisture and carbon dioxide, which will react with the curing agent and form carbamate crystals lower strength  and performance.

How To Use This Resin System

Review All Published Data Regarding This Product. Prepare the surface for bonding or coating, especially if applying over an old coating

Proper Usage Data And Other Detailed Information Are Posted At This Page.

Mix the Resin And Curing Agent Only After The Surface Is Prepared For Application. SURFACE PREPARATION

The quality of adhesion of any coating or adhesive application is dependent on how well the surface is prepared. The resin system must be able to properly 'wet-out' the surface to form a continuous film. Surfaces demonstrating poor wettability prevents the liquid resin from forming a cohesive bond. Improper surface wetting yields poor adhesion and will delaminate during use.

Wetting is the ability of a liquid to interfaces or wet-out a solid surface; its dynamics is expressed as surface tension. A surface that demonstrates low surface tension, such as waxed surface, oily surface or slick plastics like Teflon will prevent the liquid resin to wet-out and cause poor adhesion. In the same respect, if the surface is coated from a previous application, the epoxy adhesion is limited to adhesion quality of the primary coating is applied over. For best results, make sure to remove any loose or peeling old coating before application to avoid delamination. If possible remove the old coating by mechanical sanding or power washing so the applied epoxy is in direct contact with the base substrate. Applying a coating over oil-based stain should be avoided. Watch Video Demonstration On How To Test And Prepare The Surface Before Applying Any Coating or Adhesive

Why Coatings Bead Up \u0026 Separate. Surface Test \u0026 Prep Before Applying Epoxy Coating To Avoid Crawling

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[isdntekvideo] RESIN CRYSTALLIZATION
FROM PROLONGED STORAGE OR COLD TEMPERATURE EXPOSURE Check The PART A RESIN Bottle For Crystallization During the winter months, the PART A or RESIN component may crystallize and cause poor cure performance. Our MAX Epoxy Resins are formulated with high purity grade resin polymers which makes it prone to crystallization when exposed to temperatures below 57°F. Crystallization can also occur after the resin has been stored over a period. It will appear as a waxy white mass at the bottom of the bottle. The PART A or RESIN component must be in its liquid form to thoroughly mix with the PART B or curing agent to achieve full cure.

DO NOT USE UNLESS PROCESSED View the following video for identification and processing.

EPOXY RESIN CRYSTALLIZATION - Solidified Epoxy Resin Processing

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DETERMINE THE AMOUNT THE BATCH SIZE NEEDED Cut and paste this link to use coverage  calculator; https://instacalc.com/35245/embedd Take into account that some of the coating thickness will be absorbed into the porosity or the roughness of the surface. Begin by mixing a small batch to gain experience with the polymerization process of the resin system. Blending amounts greater than 1000.0 grams or 1 quart in volume requires careful mixing. The mixed resin must be applied within the established working time to prevent a "run-away" reaction.

Do not let the mixed resin to sit in mass greater than 10 minutes. The exothermic heat generated during polymerization will accelerate the chemical reaction and cause a 'run-away' reaction to occur. A 'run-away' reaction can produce temperatures above 300°F and cause an uncontrollable chemical reaction. Mix the proper amount of resin and curing agent and apply within 10-15 minutes to avoid this from occurring. Calculate the amount to be mixed by measuring the length x width x thickness of the area to be coated to obtain the cubic volume of the resin needed.

Use These Factors To Convert Gallon Needed Into Volumetric Or Weight Measurements. Fluid Gallon To Volume Conversion

1 Gallon = 231 Cubic Inches 1 Gallon = 128 Ounces 1 Gallon = 3.7854 Liters 1 Gallon  = 4 Quarts 1 Gallon  = 16 Cups

Fluid Gallon Mass Conversions

1 Gallon Of Mixed Unfilled Epoxy Resin = 9.23 Pounds 1 Gallon Of Mixed Unfilled Epoxy Resin = 4195 Grams

Epoxy Resin Mixing Procedure The proper cure and final performance of any epoxy resin system are highly dependent on the quality and thoroughness of the mixing quality.  The resin and curing agent must be mixed to homogeneous consistency to achieve proper cure and tack-free results.

 For best cure results, measure the resin and curing agent using a weighing scale. Mix the resin and curing agent by hand to minimize air bubble entrapment. Blend for 3 minutes and transfer the entire mixture in another clean container and mix for another 2 minutes. This technique will prevent tacky or uncured resin and ensure a homogeneous  mixture. The demonstration below utilized a different resin system than the MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY. This mix technique is applicable for mixing two component epoxy resin system

Click The Play Button To View Mixing Demonstration
PROPER MIXING TECHNIQUE

How To Mix Epoxy Resin For Food Contact Coating. Avoid Tacky Spots, Minimize Air Bubble When Mixing - YouTube

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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Density (Mixed)

1.10 gm/cc

Form and Color

Part A – Clear Liquid

 

Part B – Amber Liquid

Viscosity Mixed

5,624 cPs @ 77°F (25ºC)

Mix Ratio

Equal parts by weight or by volume

Working Time

65 Minutes @ 77°F (25ºC) (200 gm mass)

Peak Exotherm

280°F 300 gram mass

Cure Time

36 Hrs. Minimum

Accelerated Heat Cure Time

2 Hrs. @ room temperature plus

 

120 min. @ 212°F (100°C)

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Hardness

85 Shore D

Tee-Peel Strength

3.7 Pounds Per Inch Width

Compressive Strength

12,300 psi @ 77°F (25ºC)

Tensile Shear Strength

3,800 psi @ 77°F (25ºC)

 

1,900 psi @ -112°F (-80ºC)

 

1050 psi @ 212°F (100ºC)

Elongation

2.3% Maximum Yield

Service Temperature

-67°F to 250°F

 Dielectric Value

Electrical insulation

510 volts per .001" 

film thickness 

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE TEST

10 Day Soak Test @ 77°F (25°C) -  WEIGHT CHANGE IN PERCENT

Distilled Water

.17 %

3% Salt Water

.21 %

Sulfuric Acid 30%

1.9 %

Nitric Acid

3.8 %

Ammonia 10%

3.7 %

Sodium Hydroxide

10.00 %

Anti-Freeze or Motor Oil

No Effect

Customer Boat Building Video With MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY

Blondie Build vlog003: How to fillet with epoxy and wood flour.

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Transom Fabrication
MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY was used as a laminating adhesive to bond 3/4 inch plywood to create the transom. It was also used as a coating to seal the wood, yielding  a waterproof  protective coating.

 

BASICS STEPS OF WOOD SEALING AND WATERPROOFING

For Trailer Flooring Or Boat Deck Replacement

Step 1. Ensure that the wood is as dry as possible; any excessive moisture will be sealed the wood once it is coated with the resin. 

 

Pre-cut the plywood to the desire size and shape before applying the epoxy coating. Cutting will be very difficult once the plywood has been sealed with the epoxy resin.   Step 2.    MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY Preparation And Mixing Prepare the MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY, prewarm or temper the Resin and Curing Agent To 75 °F for best results. The viscosity and cure time of the resin system is greatly affected by temperature; it will be thicker and cure slower during colder temperature and thinner and cure faster during the summer months. The mix ratio is 1:1 by volume or by weight and offers up to 60 minutes of working time.    Blend the two components until uniform in consistency, hand mix or use a mixer at slow speed as not to introduce air bubbles. Thinning The MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY With Acetone (Optional)   Use a fast evaporating solvent to dilute the epoxy such as acetone to reduce the viscosity and improve wetting and saturating porous wood. This will create an effective wood penetrating sealer and upon cure, it will saturate the wood more efficiently and seal the wood completely.  Add no more than 5% solvent by weight or by volume to the mixed resin. Too much solvent will retard the reaction rate of the resin and will cure slowly to weak and soft finish. How To Accurately Calculate 5% Solvent Addition By Weight Determine The Weight Of The Mixed Resin And Curing Agent. = W1 Divide W1 by 95% = W2 Multiply W2  by 5% = W3 Add W3 + W1 = Mixed Epoxy 95% + Acetone 5% =  100% with 5% Acetone Diluted Epoxy/Curing Agent Mixture

 For Example; 1000 Grams Of Mixed Epoxy And Curing Agent / .95 = 1053.0 Grams ( W1) 1053.0 grams x .05 = 52.6 grams ( W2) Amount Of Acetone Needed 1000 Grams ( W1) + 52.6 Grams ( W2) = 1052.6 Grams Total Epoxy/Curing Agent Plus 5% Acetone Dilute Mixture

Mixture Weights To Make 1 Quart Of MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY With 5% Acetone Dilution This Amount Will Coat Two Sheets Of All Sides Of A 4' x 8' Plywood  

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY PART A

500 Grams

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY PART B

500 Grams

Acetone Solvent

52.6 Grams

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Application Procedure Use a brush, or a short-nap roller to apply the resin/solvent mixture. A thick roller nap is not recommended as the resin cures prematurely due to resin build-up in the roller. Allow the first coat to absorb for 10 minutes to allow the acetone to evaporate and then apply a second coat to ensure resin saturation. First coat will be readily absorb by the uncoated wood. Apply several coats consecutively to seal the wood porosity. This will also improve the structural strength of the plywood by binding all the wood fibers into a unitized layer. Some 'grain-raising' may occur which can be sanded upon cure with fine-grit sandpaper and then re-coated.

  Second Application After 24 Hour Cure Once the first coat has cured to the touch (after 9 to 12 hours), apply the MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY. Omit the solvent addition for the final coat to yield the best cured water resistance, mechanical properties and coating performance. Completely Cured Waterproof And Sealed Plywood Ready For Installation FIBERGLASSING Fiberglass Fabric Best Suited For Boat Building and Repairs Use the Style 7500 For Flat Layups

10-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7500

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10-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7500

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Use the Style 7781 For Curves And  Contours 

9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

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9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

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9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

10 Yards

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Please review the COMPOSITE FABRICATING BASICS posted below for more details
  • Choose the proper fiberglass weight and weave for the job.
  • The fiberglass reinforcement should be applied on pre-sealed wood as demonstrated above.
  • Apply the mixed resin first, then lay the fiberglass fabric over the resin and allow to absorb.
  • Use a plastic spreader or flat plastic spreader to consolidate the fiberglass to wood.
  •  Use this to consolidate the fiberglass to the wood and remove excess resin and entrapped air bubbles.
  • Allow the epoxy resin to cure for 24 hours.
 
  • Upon cure, the laminate can be directly painted with a UV resistant polyurethane or acrylic clear or colored paint to protect the epoxy resin from the damaging effects of direct UV (sunlight) exposure.

AVAILABLE KIT SIZES

 32 OUNCE KIT

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AVAILABLE FIBERGLASS, CARBON FIBER, AND KEVLAR FABRICS

FIBERGLASS PLAIN WEAVE 1.5-OUNCE HEXCEL 120 - 5 YARDS

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FIBERGLASS PLAIN WEAVE 1.5-OUNCE HEXCEL 120 -10 YARDS

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FIBERGLASS PLAIN WEAVE 7.0-OUNCE HEXCEL 7532 -5 YARDS

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FIBERGLASS PLAIN WEAVE 10-OUNCE STYLE 7500 -3 YARDS

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FIBERGLASS PLAIN WEAVE 10-OUNCE  STYLE 7500 -5 YARDS

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FIBERGLASS SATIN WEAVE 9.0-OUNCE HEXCEL 7781 -5 YARDS

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CARBON FIBER FABRIC 3K 2x2 TWILL WEAVE 6 OZ -3 YARDS

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CARBON FIBER FABRIC 3K PLAIN WEAVE 6-OZ -3 YARDS

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Cedar Wood On The Right Was Epoxy Sealed And Fiberglass Reinforced

Pictures contributed by our actual customer that used the MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY For Boat Building

Pictures contributed by Mr. Lee R.  

Jet Ski Hull Fabricated With Kevlar Fabric Impregnated With   MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B  
Wood Veneers Laminated With MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY
 
ADDING COLOR WITH  MAX COLOR PIGMENT CONCENTRATES

Color pigment addition to an epoxy resin system with a scale - YouTube

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Adding Color

These are color concentrates only and must be dispersed in an epoxy resin or PART A component. These color concentrates are used to blend in with MAX GPE COLORED EPOXY SYSTEM to attain other colors or to intensify color opacity.

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COMPOSITE FABRICATING BASIC GUIDELINES

By definition, a fabricated COMPOSITE material is a manufactured collection of two or more ingredients or products intentionally combined to form a new homogeneous material. The created composite is defined by its performance that is greater than the sum of its individual parts. This method is also defined as a SYNERGISTIC COMPOSITION.

 

COMPOSITE MATERIAL COMPOSITION

REINFORCING FABRIC       &     IMPREGNATING RESIN

  PLUS   

 'ENGINEERED PROCESS'

EQUALS

COMPOSITE LAMINATE WITH THE BEST WEIGHT TO STRENGTH PERFORMANCE

 

Note The Uniformity Between The Impregnating Resin And Fiberglass Fabric Making A Transparent Laminate

With respect to the raw materials selection -fabric and resin, the fabricating process and the and curing and test validation of composite part, these aspects must be carefully considered and in the engineering phase of the composite.

Step One: Fabric Selection

TYPES OF FABRIC WEAVE STYLE AND SURFACE FINISHING FOR RESIN TYPE COMPATIBILITY 

Fabrics are generally considered ”balanced” if the breaking strength is within 15% warp to fill and are best in bias applications on lightweight structures. “Unbalanced” fabrics are excellent when a greater load is required one direction and a lesser load in the perpendicular direction. 

    • Tow: The bundle of individual carbon filaments used to weave carbon fabric. 50k tow means there are 48-50,000 carbon filaments in the tow. Smaller tow i.e. 12k, 6k, 3k and 1k are obtained by dividing the 50k tow into smaller bundles.
    • Thread Count: The number of threads (tow in carbon and yarn in Aramid) per inch. The first number will be the warp count and the second will be the fill count. 
    • Fill: The threads that run the width of the roll or bolt and perpendicular to the warp threads. 
    • Warp: The threads that run the length of the roll or bolt and perpendicular to the fill threads. 
    • Finish: The chemical treatment to fiberglass making it compatible with resin systems, therefore improving the bond between the fiber and the resin. Finishing fiberglass typically decreases the fiber strength by as much as 50%. Both Silane and Volan finishes are epoxy compatible. Historically, Volan has been considered a softer finish for a more pliable fabric, but recent advances have yielded some excellent soft Silane finishes.
    • Thickness: Measured in fractions of an inch. The thicker the fabric the more resin required to fill the weave to obtain a surface-smooth finished part.

Weaves:

    • Plain weave means the warp and fill threads cross alternately. This is the most common weave.
    • 4 Harness (4 HS Satin or crowfoot) weave means the fill thread floats over three warp threads, then under one warp thread. This weave is more pliable than the plain weave, therefore conforms to complex curves more easily.
    • 8 Harness (8 HS Satin) weave means the fill thread floats over seven warp threads, then under one warp thread. This weave is the most pliable of the standard fiberglass weaves.
    • 2 x 2 Twill weave means the fill thread floats over two warp threads, then fewer than two warp threads. This weave is found most commonly in carbon fabrics and is more pliable than plain weave.

Most fabrics are stronger in the warp than the fill because higher tension is placed on the warp fiber keeping it straighter during the weaving process. Rare exceptions occur when a larger, therefore stronger thread is used in the fill direction than the warp direction. 

 

PLAIN WEAVE

Is a very simple weave pattern and the most common style. The warp and fill yarns are interlaced over and under each other in alternating fashion. Plain weave provides good stability, porosity and the least yarn slippage for a given yarn count.

 

8 HARNESS SATIN WEAVE

The eight-harness satin is similar to the four-harness satin except that one filling yarn floats over seven warp yarns and under one.

This is a very pliable weave and is used for forming over curved surfaces .

 

4 HARNESS SATIN WEAVE

The four-harness satin weave is more pliable than the plain weave and is easier to conform to curved surfaces typical in reinforced plastics. In this weave pattern, there is a three by one interfacing where a filling yarn floats over three warp yarns and under one.

 

2x2 TWILL WEAVE

Twill weave is more pliable than the plain weave and has better drivability while maintaining more fabric stability than a four or eight harness satin weave. The weave pattern is characterized by a diagonal rib created by one warp yarn floating over at least two filling yarns.

 SATIN WEAVE TYPE CONFORMITY UNTO CURVED SHAPES

Plain Weaves, Bi-axial, Unidirectional Styles For Directional High Strength Parts 
Use this weave style cloth when high strength parts are desired.
It is ideal for reinforcement, mold making, aircraft and auto parts tooling, marine, and other composite lightweight applications. 7544 Fiberglass - YouTube

  FIBERGLASS FINISHING FOR RESIN COMPATIBILITY

All of our fiberglass fabrics is woven By HEXCEL COMPOSITES, a leading manufacturer of composite materials engineered for high-performance applications in marine, aerospace for commercial and military, automotive, sporting goods and other application-critical performance. These fabrics are 100% epoxy-compatible and will yield the best mechanical properties when properly fabricated. 

AVAILABLE FIBERGLASS, CARBON FIBER, AND KEVLAR FABRICS

                         AVAILABLE FABRICS    

LENGTH

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1.5-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 120

5 Yards

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1.5-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 120

10 Yards

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7-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7532

5 Yards

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10-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7500

3 Yards

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10-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7500

5 Yards

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10-Oz Fiberglass Plain Weave Style 7500

10 Yards

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9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

2 Yards

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9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

5 Yards

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9-Oz Fiberglass 8 Harness Satin Weave Style 7781

10 Yards

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6-Oz Carbon Fiber 3K 2x2 Twill Weave 50 Inch Wide

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6-Oz Carbon Fiber 3K Plain Weave With Tracers

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 Step Two: 

Choose The Best Epoxy Resin System For The Application
The epoxy resin used in fabricating a laminate will dictate how the FRP will perform when load or pressure is implied on the part.
To choose the proper resin system, consider the following factors that is crucial to a laminate's performance.
SIZE AND CONFIGURATION OF THE PART
(NUMBER OF PLIES  AND CONTOURED, FLAT OR PROFILED)
CONSOLIDATING FORCE
(FREE STANDING DRY OR HAND LAY-UP, VACUUM BAG OR PLATEN PRESS CURING)
CURING CAPABILITIES
(HEAT CURED OR ROOM TEMPERATURE CURED)
LOAD PARAMETERS
(SHEARING FORCE, TORSIONAL AND DIRECTIONAL LOAD, BEAM STRENGTH) ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE
The principal role of the resin is to bind the fabric into a homogeneous rigid substrate
(OPERATING TEMPERATURE, AMBIENT CONDITIONS, CHEMICAL EXPOSURE, CYCLIC FORCE LOADING)
MATERIAL AND PRODUCTION COST (BUYING IN BULK WILL ALWAYS PROVIDE THE BEST OVERALL COSTS) These factors will dictate the design and the composition of the part and must be carefully considered during the design and engineering phase of the fabrication. TOP SELLING IMPREGNATING RESIN SYSTEM 

  MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY A/B Marine Grade Boat Building Resin System, Fiberglassing/Impregnating, Water Resistance, Structural Strength

MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY 32-Ounce Kit

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  MAX 1618 A/B Crystal Clear, High Strength, Lowest Viscosity (Thin), Durability & Toughness, Excellent Wood Working Resin

MAX 1618 A/B 48-Ounce Kit

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MAX 1618 A/B 3/4-Gallon Kit

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MAX 1618 A/B 1.5-Gallon Kit

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  MAX CLR A/B Water Clear Transparency, Chemical Resistance, FDA Compliant For Food Contact, High Impact, Low Viscosity

MAX CLR A/B 24-Ounce Kit

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MAX CLR A/B 48-Ounce Kit

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MAX CLR A/B 96-Ounce Kit

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MAX GRE A/B GASOLINE RESISTANT EPOXY RESIN Resistant To Gasoline/E85 Blend, Acids & Bases, Sealing, Coating, Impregnating Resin

MAX GRE A/B 48-Ounce Kit

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  MAX  HTE A/B HIGH-TEMPERATURE EPOXY Heat Cured Resin System For Temperature Resistant Bonding, Electronic Potting, Coating, Bonding

MAX HTE A/B 80-Ounce Kit

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Step Three:

Proper Lay-Up Technique -Putting It All Together

Pre-lay-up notes

  • Lay out the fabric and pre-cut to size and set aside
  • Avoid distorting the weave pattern as much as possible
  • For fiberglass molding, ensure the mold is clean and adequate mold release is used
  • View our video presentation above "MAX EPOXY RESIN MIXING TECHNIQUE"
  • Mix the resin only when all needed materials and implements needed are ready and within reach

Mix the proper amount of resin needed and be accurate proportioning the resin and curing agent. Adding more curing agent than the recommended mix ratio will not promote a faster cure. Over saturation or starving the fiberglass or any composite fabric will yield poor mechanical performance. When mechanical load or pressure is applied to the composite laminate, the physical strength of the fabric should bear the stress and not the resin. If the laminate is over saturated with the resin it will most likely to fracture or shatter instead of rebounding and resist damage.

Don’t how much resin to use to go with the fiberglass?

A good rule of thumb is to maintain a minimum of 30 to 35% resin content by weight. This is the optimum ratio used in high-performance prepreg (or pre-impregnated fabrics) typically used in aerospace and high-performance structural application. For general hand lay-ups, calculate using 60% fabric weight to 40% resin weight as a safety factor. This will ensure that the fabricated laminate will be below 40% resin content depending on the waste factor accrued during fabrication.

Place the entire pre-cut fiberglass to be used on a digital scale to determine the fabric to resin weight ratio. Measuring by weight will ensure accurate composite fabrication and repeatability, rather than using OSY (ounces per square yard) or GSM ( grams per meter square ) data.

THE USE OF A WEIGHING SCALE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 

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A good rule of thumb is to maintain a minimum of 30 to 35% resin content by weight, this is the optimum ratio used in high-performance prepreg (or pre-impregnated fabrics) typically used in aerospace and high-performance structural application. For general hand lay-ups, calculate using 60% fabric weight to 40% resin weight as a safety factor. This will ensure that the fabricated laminate will be below 40% resin content depending on the waste factor accrued during fabrication.

Place the entire pre-cut fiberglass to be used on a digital scale to determine the fabric to resin weight ratio. Measuring by weight will ensure accurate composite fabrication and repeatability, rather than using OSY data.

Typical fabric weight regardless of weave pattern

1 ounce per square yard is equal to 28.35 grams

1 square yard equals to 1296 square inches (36 inches x 36 inches)

FOR EXAMPLE

1 yard of 8-ounces per square yard (OSY) fabric weighs 226 grams

1 yard of 10-ounces per square yard (OSY) fabric weighs 283 grams

Ounces per square yard or OSY is also known as aerial weight, which is the most common unit of measurement for composite fabrics. To determine how much resin is needed to adequately impregnate the fiberglass, use the following equation:

(Total Weight of Fabric divided by 60%)X( 40%)= weight of mixed resin needed

OR

fw= fabric weight rc= target resin content rn=resin needed

MASTER EQUATION (fw/60%)x(40%)=rn

FOR EXAMPLE 1 SQUARE YARD OF 8-OSY FIBERGLASS FABRIC WEIGHS 226 GRAMS (226 grams of dry fiberglass / 60%) X 40% = 150.66 grams of resin needed So for every square yard of 8-ounce fabric, it will need 150.66 grams of mixed resin.

Computing For Resin And Curing Agent Amount 150.66 grams of resin needed for 1 square yard of fiberglass fabric MIX RATIO OF RESIN SYSTEM IS 2:1 OR  50 PHR (per hundred resin)

2 = 66.67% (2/3) + 1 = 33.33%(1/3) = (2+1)=3 or (66.67%+33.33%)=100% or (2/3+1/3)= 3/3 150.66 x 66.67%= 100.45 grams of Part A RESIN 150.66 x 33.33%= 50.21 grams of Part B CURING AGENT 100.45 + 50.21 = 150.66  A/B MIXTURE

GENERAL LAY-UP PROCEDURE Apply the mixed resin onto the surface and then lay the fabric and allow the resin to saturate through the fabric. NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND This is one of the most common processing error that yields sub-standard laminates. By laying the fiberglass onto a layer of the prepared resin, less air bubbles are entrapped during the wetting-out stage. Air is pushed up and outwards instead of forcing the resin through the fabric which will entrap air bubbles. This technique will displace air pockets unhindered and uniformly disperse the impregnating resin throughout the fiberglass.

HAND LAY-UP TECHNIQUE

Eliminating air entrapment or void porosity in an epoxy/fiberglass lay-up process

Fiberglass Hand Lay Up For Canoe and Kayak Building

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Basic Hand Lay-up Fiberglassing

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VACUUM BAGGING PROCESS For performance critical application used in aerospace vehicles, composite framing for automotive vehicles and marine vessels, a process called 'Vacuum Bagging' is employed to ensure the complete consolidation of every layer of fabric. 
The entire tooling and lay-up are encased in an airtight envelope or bagging and a high-efficiency vacuum pump is used to draw out the air within the vacuum bag to create a negative atmospheric pressure. Once a full vacuum (29.9 Inches of Mercury) is achieved, the negative pressure applies a compacting force of 14.4 pounds per square inch (maximum vacuum pressure at sea level) is applied to the vacuum bag transferring the force to the entire surface area of the laminate.
Vacuum pressure is maintained until the resin cures to a solid. For room temperature curing resin system, the vacuum pump is left in operation for a minimum of 18 hours. External heat can be applied to the entire lay-up, thus accelerating the cure of the resin system.
The vacuum force also removes any entrapped air bubble between the layers of fabric and eliminate what is called, porosity or air voids. Porosity within a laminate creates weak spots in the structure that can be the source of mechanical failure when force or load is applied to the laminate.  
The standard atmosphere (symbol: atm) is a unit of pressure defined as 1
01325 Pa (1.01325 bar), equivalent to 
760 mm Mercury or  29.92 inches Mercury or
14.696 pounds per square inch of pressure.

 Vacuum Bagging

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AUTOCLAVE CURING PROCESS
  Autoclave curing processing is the most common method used in the large-scale production of composite products. The Aerospace Industry, which includes space exploration rockets and vehicles, deep space structures, and commercial and military airplane utilizes this composite fabrication process due to the critical nature of the application. The mechanical demands of the composite are often pushed to the upper limits and autoclaved process yields composites with the best weight to strength ratio.

BASIC OPERATION OF THE AUTOCLAVE PROCESS
In the autoclave process, high pressure and heat are applied to the part through the autoclave atmosphere, with a vacuum bag used to apply additional pressure and protect the laminate from the autoclave gases. 
The cure cycle for a specific application is usually determined empirically and, as a result, several cure cycles may be developed for a single material system, to account for differences in laminate thickness or to optimize particular properties in the cured part.
The typical autoclave cure cycle is a two-step process. First, vacuum and pressure are applied while the temperature is ramped up to an intermediate level and held there for a short period of time. The heat reduces the resin viscosity, allowing it to flow and making it easier for trapped air and volatiles to escape. The resin also begins wetting the fibers at this stage.
In the second ramp up, the temperature is raised to the final cure temperature and held for a sufficient length of time to complete the cure reaction. During this step, the viscosity continues to drop, but preset temperature ramp rates and hold times then stabilize viscosity at a level that permits adequate consolidation and fiber wetting, while avoiding excessive flow and subsequent resin starvation. 
These control factors also slow the reaction rate, which prevents excessive heat generation from the exothermic polymerization process .  Upon completion, the cured mechanical performance of the composite is often much stronger and lighter compared to a hand lay-up, or vacuum bagged composite laminate.
VACUUM INFUSION PROCESS
Vacuum Infusion Process is also known in the composites industry as 
Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding or VARTM.

Similar to the Vacuum Bagging Process where the negative pressure is used to apply consolidation force to the laminate while the resin cures, the resin is infused into the fabric lay-up by sucking the impregnating resin and thus forming the composite laminate.

The VARTM Process produces parts that require less secondary steps, such as trimming, polishing or grinding with excellent mechanical properties. However, the vacuum infusion requires more additional or supplemental related equipment and expendable materials. So the pros and cons of each presented composite fabrication process should be carefully  determined  to suit the user's  capabilities  and needs.

Please view the following video demonstration which explains the process of Vacuum Infusion or VARTM process.

MAX 1618 A/B VACUUM ASSISTED RESIN TRANSFER MOLDING PROCESS

CARBON FIBER VACUUM INFUSION WITH EPOXY RESIN - VACUUM BAGGING WITH MAX 1618 EPOXY RESIN - YouTube

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Step Four: Proper Curing
Although we have formulated all of our MAX EPOXY RESIN SYSTEM product line to be resistant to amine-blush, it is recommended not to mix any resin systems in high humidity conditions, greater than 60% . Always make sure that the substrate or material the epoxy resin system is being applied to is well prepared
 as possible to ensure the best-cured performance. 
Always review the published data and information for proper usage, application, and general safety information. Our expert staff of engineers is always available for consultation and assistance.
Allow the lay-up to cure for a minimum of 24 to 36  hours before handling.
Optimum cured properties can take up to 7 days depending on the ambient cure condition. 
The ideal temperature cure condition of most room temperature epoxy resin is 22 to 27 degrees Celsius at 20% relative humidity.
Higher ambient curing temperatures will promote faster polymerization and development of cured mechanical properties.
IMPROVING MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE VIA POST HEAT CURE
 A short heat post cure will further improve the mechanical performance of most epoxy resins. Allow the applied resin system to cure at room temperature until for 18 to 24 hours and if possible, expose heat cure it in an oven or other sources of radiant heat (220°F to 250°F) for 45 minute to an hour. 
You can also expose it to direct sunlight but place a dark colored cover, such as a tarp or cardboard to protect it from ultraviolet exposure.
In general, room temperature cured epoxy resin has a maximum operating temperature of 160°F or lower.
A short heat post cure will ensure that the mixed epoxy system is fully cured, e specially for room temperature cure system that can take up to 7 days to achieve 100% cure.
Some darkening or yellowing of the epoxy resin may occur if overexposed to high temperature (>250 F).
AMINE BLUSH
The affinity of an amine compound (curing agent) to moisture and carbon dioxide creates a carbonate compound and forms what is called amine blush.
Amine blush is a wax-like layer that forms as most epoxies cure. If the epoxy system is cured in extreme humidity (>70%).
It will be seen as a white and waxy layer that must be removed by physical sanding of the surface followed by an acetone wipe.
OTHER TYPES OF EPOXY RESIN CURE MECHANISM
LATENT CURING SYSTEMS
Latent epoxy resins are systems that are mixed together at room temperature and will begin polymerization but it will not achieve full cure unless it is exposed to a heat cure cycle. In general, these are high-performance systems that demonstrate exceptional performance under extreme conditions such as high mechanical performance under heat and cryogenic temperatures, chemical resistance or any environment that epoxy room temperature system perform marginally or poorly.
  Upon the mixing of the resin and curing agent polymerization will begin and will only achieve a partial cure. Some resins may appear cured or dry to the touch,  this state is called 'B-Stage Cure', but upon application of force will either be gummy or brittle almost glass-like and will dissolve in most solvents. The semi-cured resin must be exposed to an elevated temperature for it to continue polymerization and achieve full cure. 
HEAT ACTIVATED CURING SYSTEMS
This type of epoxy system will not polymerize unless it is exposed to the activation temperature of the curing agent which can be as low as 200 ° F and as high as 400° F. 
TESTING THE COMPOSITE 
Determination Of The Fabric To Resin Ratio 

TESTING FABRIC TO RESIN RATIO VIA RESIN BURN OUT

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ULTIMATE COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH

 ULTIMATE COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH TEST 

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6500 pounds to failure / 0.498 square inch = 13,052 psi Maximum  Compressive Strength

SPECIMEN EXAMINATION AFTER COMPRESSION TEST

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Proportioning the correct amount is equally as important to attain the intended cured properties of the resin system.  T he container in which the epoxy and curing agent is mixed is an important consideration when mixing an epoxy resin system.  It must withstand the tenacity of the chemical and must be free of contamination.
Most epoxy curing agent has a degree of corrosivity, as a general practice, protective gloves should be worn when handling chemicals of the same nature.
MIXING KIT CONTENTS  

1 Each Digital Scale -Durable, Accurate Up To 2000.0 Grams   

4 Each 32-ounce (1 Quart) Clear HDPE Plastic Mix Cups

4 Each 16-ounce (1 Pint) Clear HDPE Plastic Mix Cups

One Size Fits All Powder-Free Latex Gloves 

2 Each Graduated Syringes

Wooden Stir Sticks

Assorted Size Foam Brush 

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Your purchase constitutes the acceptance of this disclaimer. Please review before purchasing this product.

The user should thoroughly test any proposed use of this product and independently conclude the satisfactory performance in the application. Likewise, if the manner in which this product is used requires government approval or clearance, the user must obtain said approval.

The information contained herein is based on data believed to be accurate at the time of publication. Data and parameters cited have been obtained through published information and  Polymer Composites Inc. laboratories using materials under controlled conditions  Data of this type should not be used for a specification for fabrication and design. It is the user's responsibility to determine this Composites fitness for use. There is no warranty of merchantability for fitness of use, nor any other express implied warranty. The user's exclusive remedy and the manufacturer's liability are limited to refund of the purchase price or replacement of the product within the agreed warranty period. Polymer Composites Inc will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind. Determination of the suitability of any kind of information or product for the use contemplated by the user, the manner of that use and whether there is any infringement of patents is the sole liability of the user.

  • Condition: New
  • EPOXY/POLYAMIDE COMPOSITION: Structural Composite Fabrication
  • Model: MARINE GRADE RESIN 1 GALLON KIT
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Custom Bundle: No
  • HIGH IMPACT: Cures Tough, Waterproof & High Impact Resistant
  • BOAT BUILDING: Transom Repair, Deck Construction, Hull Building
  • Material: Epoxy/Polyamide- Marine Grade Continuous Immersion
  • Epoxy Wood Sealer: Marine Grade Resin System For Boat Building
  • Waterproofing And Sealing Wood: Hermetically Seal & Permanently Stop Wood Rot
  • Structural Reinforcement: Increase Structural Strength And Durbality
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  • Wood Deck And Transom Repair Replacement: Boat Repair Epoxy -Bonding, Sealing, Fiberglassing
  • Add Color Pigment Or Paintable Upon Cure: Pigment Paste Available To Create Opaque Colors
  • MPN: MAXBONDLV1GAL
  • Brand: MAX BOND LOW VISCOSITY

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