Epoxy.com Product #6

100% SOLIDS HIGH-MOD GEL ADHESIVE


DESCRIPTION

Epoxy.com Product #6 High-Mod Gel Adhesive is a 100% solids high-mod epoxy gel adhesive used for vertical and overhead bonding applications and structural repairs. It is also used as a grout for anchor bolts, dowels and rebar.

ADVANTAGES

Uses

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Surface Preparation

Before application of gel, surface to be bonded must be clean and sound. Remove all dirt, laitance, grease, curing compounds and other foreign matter by sandblasting, or mechanical abrasion. Remove water and dust from all surfaces with an oil-free air blast immediately prior to application.

Mixing Instructions

Temperature of Epoxy.com Product #6 must be 50° F. or above at time of mixing. Stir each component separately, before blending. Mix equal volumes of Part A and Part B for three minutes with a low speed electrical drill equipped with a jiffy mixer or paddle. To prepare a mortar add one part by volume of clean, dry, well graded select sand to one part by volume of mixed epoxy.

Application

To apply Epoxy.com  Product #6 use a spatula, trowel or caulking gun.

Limitations

Use of solvents for thinning Epoxy.com ™ Product #6 will prevent proper cure. Temperature of substrate must be above 40°F. Age of new concrete must be a minimum of 28 days. Maximum thickness per lift for patching application is 1".

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause eye or skin irritation. If contact occurs, wash immediately and seek medical help. Use safety glasses with side shields and wear protective rubber or polyethylene gloves.

CLEANING

All tools and equipment should be cleaned before the system gels.Use toluene, Methyl ethyl ketone or any lacquer solvent.

SPECIFICATIONS

APPLICATION PROPERTIES @ 77° F.

Mix Ratio 1:1 by Volume
Gel Time 30 min.
Color Gray
Consistency No Sag
Initial Cure 24 hr. (80% ultimate strength)
Final Cure 7 Days
Coverage @ 30 mils 53 sq. ft./gal
Packaging Gal Cans, 5gal. pails

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Bond Strength (Slant Shear) ASTM C 883-78 7 days 3500 P.S.I (34.5 MPa)
Compressive Strength (ASTM C 109 Modified) 12000 P.S.I (82.7 MPa)
Dielectric Strength S/T, Volts per mil 440-465
Tensile Strength @ 75 degrees F (24 degrees C) ASTM D-638 4000 P.S.I (34.5 MPa)
Absorption (ASTM D-570) 0.025%
Shrinkage (ASTM D-2566) Passes Test

Coverage

There are 231 cubic inches to a gallon.  So you will get about 25.6 square feet per 1/16 inch of thickness.  If using this as an anchor bolt, or dowel bar adhesive, you can double check you volume with the Epoxy.com Dowel Bar and Anchor Bolt Adhesive Calculator.