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ATUL LIMITED
Polymers Division LAPOX® ARD-13

Description
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Lapox ARD-13 is a low viscosity, long chain aliphatic mono epoxide reactive diluent based on C12-C14
alcohol. ARD-13 is compatible with all types of epoxy resin in any proportion. Resins diluted with ARD-13
can be suitably cured by epoxy curing agents for variety of applications. Higher proportion of ARD-13
imparts flexibility in cured system and hence affects glass transition temperature significantly.

Chemical structure

C12 C14 O O

Advantages

Reduces viscosity efficiently

Improves wetting and processability
Relatively low health risk due to its low vapor pressure
Provides very good flexibility
Low surface tension and good leveling
High resistance to solvents and ammonia

Applications

Civil engineering and flooring

Structural adhesives
Decorative gravel surfaces/Structures
FRP Composites
Electronic encapsulation
Potting and tooling

Typical Data

Property Unit Test Method Value

Appearance -- Visual Clear liquid

Colour GS ASTM D 1544 Max 1

Epoxy value Eq/kg ASTM D 1652 3.2-3.7

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Viscosity at 25 C mPas ASTM D 2196 4-12

Hydrolysable chlorine % ASTM D 1726 Max 0.10

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Storage and Handling

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Lapox ARD-13 should be stored in cool and dry place, preferably in the sealed container and should not
be exposed to direct sunlight. ARD-13 has a shelf life of two years if stored in its original container
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between 2 - 40 C away from humidity and excessive heat. ARD-13 may causes pronounced skin
irritation therefore rubber gloves, eye protection creams and breathing mask are recommended. Please
refer MSDS for detail safety instruction.

Note

All recommendations for use of our products, whether given by us in writing, verbally are to be implied, from the
results of tests carried out by us, based on the current state of our knowledge. Although the information contained in
this sheet is accurate to the best of our knowledge, no liability can be accepted in respect of such information and no
warranty or conditions are intended in respect of the products described, as the conditions of application are beyond
our control.

For more information, please contact

Atul Limited
P.O. Atul, Dist-Valsad, Gujarat (India) 396020
Phone: (91 2632) 233 204/205/514/269 Fax: (91 2632) 233 639 / 053
Email- po@atul.co.in , Website: www.atul.co.in

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