PLIOGRIP P-555 GENERAL PURPOSE GELCOAT RESIN
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
PLIOGRIP P-555 is a standard thixotropic gelcoat based on orthophthalic resin. It is suitable for hand applications. PLIOGRIP P- 555 has good flow properties and when cured it gives a film with good toughness and surface gloss.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF PLIOGRIP P555 IN LIQUID STAGE
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Appearance |
White opaque thix0tropic Liquid |
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Specific Gravity @ 25°C |
1.12 + 0.02 |
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Viscosity @ 25°C (CPS) |
3000 - 4000 |
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Volatile Content (Wt %) |
35 + 2 |
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Acid Value (mgs of KOH/gm) |
25 + 5 |
TYPICAL GEL TIME AT 25°C IS AS FOLLOWS :( 100gms resins)
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PLIOGRIP s 1021 3% Cobalt |
PLIOGRIP q 8013 50% MEKP |
GEL TIME (Minutes ) |
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1.0 |
1.0 |
52 |
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1.5 |
1.5 |
25 |
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2.0 |
2.0 |
18 |
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2.5 |
2.5 |
8 |
The above gelation time decreases approx. by 30% at 30°C and increases approx. by 50% at 20°C
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED UNREINFORCED RESIN
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Tensile Strength (Kg/Cm²) |
550 - 600 |
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Flexural strength (Kg/Cm²) |
950 - 1050 |
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Heat Distortion Temperature (°C) |
70 |
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Barcol Hardness |
35- 40 |
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Volumetric shrinkage on curing(%) |
6-7 |
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Elongation at break(%) |
1.8 |
(The specimens for testing are cured for 24 hours at Room temperature followed by Post Curing for 4 hours at 80°C)
POST CURING REQUIREMENTS:
Satisfactory laminates for many applications can be made by curing the laminate at ambient temperatures. However for achieving optimum properties the laminate should be post cured for a period of 4 hours at 80°C. The post curing is most effective when carried out immediately after the 24 hours ambient temperature cure.
Storage & Handling :
Should be stored in closed containers in cool conditions away from direct Sunlight. Resins exposed to direct Sunlight may lead to premature gelation even in the absence of a Catalyst. Shelf life of Resin @ 25°C. about 6 months from the date of manufacturing.
Most of our resin contain styrene monomer and are classified as highly flammable liquids. Working areas should be well ventilated since styrene has a threshold value of 1000ppm in normal working atmosphere .It is also an eye skin irritant. Hence, Goggles and gloves are recommended while handling our Resins
Caution:
Pliogrip Q 8013 MEKP should never be mixed with Pliogrip S 1021 Cobalt, as this would cause explosion. The Pliogrip S 1021 Cobalt should be blended into the resin first. The Pliogrip Q 8013 MEKP should be added just before use.
NOTE :
The above information given for general guidance for the use of our Product, keeping in view the variable operating/process conditions and methods, it is recommended that each consumer evaluates the suitability of the products. The company does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any damage, injury or loss resulting from the use of above information.
METHOD OF TEST : THE METHOD OF TEST AND TOLERANCES ARE AS PRESCRIBED IN BS: 3532: 1962, BS:2782 : 1957 AND IS 6746 : 1972.
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