FINE FINISH ORGANICS PVT. LTD.

(An ISO: 9001-2015 Certified Company)

Product Information Sheet

EPOFINE® - 179-1 / FINEHARD® – 906-1

(EPOXY RESIN SYSTEM FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPOSITES)

PRODUCT

EPOFINE® – 179-1 is a composite grade Cycloaliphatic liquid epoxy resin, FINEHARD® –

906-1 is a modified high-performance anhydride hardener.

APPLICATION

EPOFINE® – 179-1 / FINEHARD® – 906-1 is suitable for manufacture of composites for

electrical applications. This system is characterized by its high electrical resistivity combined
with very low co-efficient of thermal expansion. FRP composite rods and equipment cast or
impregnated with the above resin and hardener are suitable for high voltage applications.

RECOMMENDED PROCESSES

Filament winding
Infusion
Pultrusion
Pressure moulding

SPECIAL FEATURES

The following advantages make it ideal for industrial use.

• Simple mixing ratio (Resin: Hardener: Accelerator = 100: 150 (by weight)
• Tolerant mixing ratio (± 2 %).
• Low viscosity resin/ hardener mix ensures proper flow in to the mould.
• Excellent wetting of glass as well as carbon fibres and nano materials.
• Excellent water resistance.
• High glass transition temperature of 230 – 240oC.
• Excellent dynamic mechanical strength.
• Excellent electrical properties
• Very Good chemical resistance.
PROPERTIES

EPOFINE®– 179-1

Characteristic Test Method Unit Specification

Viscosity at 25oC ASTM-D 2196 mPas 300 – 450
Epoxy Content ASTM: D1652 Eq/Kg 6.90 – 7.70
Density at 25oC ASTM-D 4052 g/cc 1.10 - 1.20
Flash Point ASTM-D 93 C > 150
Storage life Years 1

FINEHARD™-906-1

Characteristic Test Method Unit Specification

Viscosity at 25oC ASTM-D 2196 mPas 300 – 500
Flash Point ASTM-D 93 oC > 135
Density at 25oC ASTM-D 4052 g/cc 1.15 - 1.25
Storage life Years 1

Properties

Mix Ratio, Epofine® – 179-1 : Finehard® – 906-1 = 100 : 150 (w/w)

Mix viscosity @25oC, mPas = 300 – 400
@40oC , mPas = 100 – 200

Pot life at 25oC (100g) = 40 - 50 hours

Gel time at 110oC = 40 – 50 min.
At 150oC = 3 – 6 minutes
Typical cure schedule = 150oC/2 h + 180oC/2h + 200oC/2h
Mechanical and Physical Properties
(Determined on standard test specimens at 27oC)

Property Test Method Unit Value

Tensile strength ISO 527 N/mm2 60 – 75
Elongation at break ISO 527 % 1.0 – 1.5
Flexural strength ISO 178 N/mm2 120 – 135
Surface strain ISO 178 % 2.0 – 3.0
Impact strength ISO 179 KJ/m2 10 – 12
Glass transition temperature (DSC) ASTM D3418 oC 230 – 240
Glass transition temperature (TMA) ISO 11357 oC 240 – 250
Water absorption (100 hours in
ISO 62 % 0.01 – 0.05
water at 100oC)
Thermal Conductivity of laminate ASTM: E1952 W/mK 0.8 – 0.9
Temperature Class IEC 60216 Class N
Coefficient of linear thermal
ASTM: D696 K-1 ~1x10-6
expansion

Electrical Properties

Property Test Method Unit Value

Dielectric strength IEC 60243-1 KV/mm 65 – 85

HV arc resistance ASTM D495 S 190 – 200
Comparative tracking index IEC 60112 V > 600
Dielectric dissipation factor IEC 62631-2-1 % 1.0 – 1.2
Dielectric Constant IEC 62631-2-1 - 4
Volume Resistivity IEC 62631-3-1 Ohm cm > 1015
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. Do not store in direct sunlight.
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 baove

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.
Knowledge: Please read and understand MSDS before using this product.

FINE FINISH ORGANICS PVT. LTD.

Office: 801, Sai Sangam, Sector – 15,

Plot No. 85, CBD Belapur Works :Plot No. 76,
Navi Mumbai – 400 614. New chemical Zone,
PH: +91 22 27577349, M.I.D.C., Taloja – 410 208,
+91 90294 22224 Near Mumbai, INDIA.
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