FINE FINISH ORGANICS PVT. LTD.

(An ISO:9001-2008 Certified Company)

Product Information Sheet

EPOFINE - 103 / FINEHARD 951

(EPOXY RESIN SYSTEM FOR LT - ELECTRICAL CASTING)

PRODUCT

EPOFINE - 103 and FINEHARD - 951 is a two-component, medium viscosity liquid

adhesive system. This cures at room temperature (> 10oC) and has multiple applications.

APPLICATION

EPOFINE 103 / FINEHARD - 951 system is suitable for a wide variety of metals,
ceramics and many other substrates such as certain plastics and composites.

SPECIAL FEATURES

The following advantages make it ideal for industrial use.

Simple mixing ratio (Resin : Hardener = 100 : 10 by weight)

Tolerant mixing ratio ( 2 %).
Low viscosity resin/hardener mix, ensures proper flow in to the mould.
Excellent water resistance.
Very Good chemical resistance and electrical insulation.

PROPERTIES

EPOFINE-103

Characteristic Test Method Unit Specification

Viscosity at 25oC ASTM-D 445 mPas 1,300 - 1,800
Epoxy Content ISO - 3001 Eq/Kg 4.10 4.50
Density at 25oC ASTM-D 4052 g/cc 1.13 - 1.16
Flash Point ASTM-D 93 C 190 - 210
Storage life Years 3

FINEHARD-951
 Characteristic Test Method Unit Specification
Viscosity at 25oC ASTM-D 445 mPas < 20
Flash Point ASTM-D 93 C 110 - 120
Density at 25oC ASTM-D 4052 g/cc 0.97 0.99
Storage life Years 1

Recommended Composition of Adhesive Mix

Epofine 103 = 100 pbw

Finehard 951 = 9 - 10 pbw
Cure schedule:
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Temperature C 20 -25 40 70 100
Time hours 24 14 2-3 1

Pot life at 25oC = 30 45 minutes

Cure schedule to get LSS of 1 N/mm2 = 3 hours at 40oC
LSS after curing at 40oC/16 hours
On aluminium = 1.3 1.5 N/mm2
On steel = 1.5 1.7 N/mm2
ABS plastic = 0.4 0.5 N/mm2
FRP composites = 0.8 0.9 N/mm2

The joints improve in LSS when kept at 90oC.

Break down voltage at 25oC = > 50kV/mm

Coefficient of linear thermal expansion = 70 80 x 10-6/K

PROCESS

The strength and durability of an adhesive joint, to a great extent, is decided by the pre-
treatment of the substrate. Strongest joints are made by mechanically abrading or chemically
etching. The mechanically abraded surfaces shall be further cleaned with a solvent like
trichloroethylene or an environmentally friendly degreaser such as FINECLEAN EC.

The resin hardener mix is generally applied using a clean spatula to the pre-treated and dry
substrate. An adhesive layer of 0.05 0.10 mm thickness generally imparts the greatest lap
shear strength to the adhesive joint. As soon as the adhesive is applied, clamp the joints with
an even contact pressure.

Cured properties (Typical) (Specimens cured at 16hrs RT + 4hrs at 80 oC)

Property Method Unit Typical Value

Density at 25 oC ASTM: D792 g/cc 1.15-1.20
Hardness ASTM:D2240 Shore D 75 - 80
Flexural strength ASTM:D790 MPa 90 -110
Compressive strength ASTM: D695 MPa 90 -100
Tensile strength ASTM: D638 MPa 55 -80
Mod. of elasticity in tension ASTM: D638 Mpa 3500- 4000
Elongation at break ASTM: D638 % 4-5
Adhesive strength ISO:4587 MPa > 10
Dielectric strength at RT IEC 243-1 kV/mm 21 - 23
Volume resistivity at RT IEC 93 .cm > 1015
Temperature resistance -60oC to + 60 oC
Chemical resistance Excellent

The results above are typical values and do not constitute a product specification.

STORAGE , HANDLING AND DISPOSAL

Storage : Store in a cool, dry place.

Shelf life : As given above, when stored in original sealed
containers at 2 - 40oC.
Handling : Use hand gloves and protective glasses.
Disposal : Dispose by incineration or as per local regulations.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Flash point : Look for the individual values as above

Precautions : In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water.
In case of eye irritation, bathe the affected eye with
running water for at least 15 minutes, and get
medical attention.

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