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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
TRK19000/0507
Standard Resin & Hardener
ThistleBond Standard Resin and Hardener is a high
performance, solvent free epoxy system designed for onsite
repairs to metal, wood, glass and synthetic materials.
ThistleBond Standard Resin and Hardener consists of a
unique blend of epoxy resin combined with polyamino amine
adducts, which have been specifically selected to provide the
optimum adhesions and mechanical and physical strength.
ThistleBond Standard Resin and Hardener is simple and
easy to use and when used in conjunction with ThistleBond
reinforcement products such as glass cloth, glass tapes or glass
mat will result in an excellent repair medium having inherant
strength and integrity.
Before proceeding please read the following
information carefully to ensure that the correct proper
application procedure is fully understood.
SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from oil, grease and lloose
material.
Metal Surfaces: All loose material, rust and surface
contaminants, including existing coatings, must be removed and
the surface roughened by using an angle grinder, needle gun or
abrasive blasting. Where grinding or needle gunning is used, the
surface should be cross-scored to improve adhesion. Care must be
taken, when angle grinding, to avoid polishing rather than rough-
ening metal surfaces.
GRP and Wooden Surfaces: All loose or rotten material must
be removed to a sound edge. Flaking paint or lacquer scraped clear
and sound paintwork thoroughly sanded to provide an effective
key.
Where it is not possible to clean the surface thoroughly the
application of a coating of ThistleBond A & B Cement could
possibly improve the bond of the final repair.
MIXING
ThistleBond Standard Resin and Hardener is a two
component material consisting of a resin component and liquid
hardener component. The resin component should be poured
into a suitable mixing container and the hardener added and
thoroughly stirred until a homogeneous mix is obtained.
The mixed material should be used within 30 minutes of mixing at
20°C. This time will be reduced at higher temperatures and
extended at lower temperatures.
APPLICATION
ThistleBond Standard Resin and Hardener should be
applied to the prepared surface by stiff brush or roller to give a
uniform even coating taking care to avoid excessive build up and
ponding. On rough, pitted surfaces the product should be
worked into the surface to ensure complete wetting of the
substrate. To maximise the strength of the repair, it is essential
that a complete coating of the resin mix is applied prior to the
laying up of each layer of glass fabric. By doing so, a homogeneous
glass fibre resin laminate will be achieved.
Laying up of Glass Fabrics:
The principal strength of the
glass fibre resin laminates lies in the Tape or Cloth layers which
are either wound or laid on the surface of the repair. when using
Tape, this should be wound on with half overlap and care must
be taken to ensure that it is applied evenly and flat. This will
eliminate a possible cause of weakness in the laminate. When
applying multiple layers of Tape each subsequent layer should be
applied in the reverse direction and the Tape should not be cut
at the end of each pass.
It will sometimes be found difficult to keep the winding smooth,
e.g. when the repair is on a bend in a pipe. In these instances, it
is better to cut short lengths of Tape and lap them one on the
other.
The same comments generally apply when Glass Cloth is being
used.
Application of Glass Mat: The purpose of Glass Mat is to
provide a rigid backing layer to a repair which has been effected
using Glass Tape. To achieve this result, it is essential that the
Glass Mat is thoroughly saturated withthe resin mix. This can best
be achieved by working the Resin Mix into the Mat, by stippling
with a brush before applying it to the repair.
NOTE: The ideal film thickness prior to the Glass Tape or Glass
Mat is 450 microns. This thickness is required to soak into the
Tape or Mat. The coverage rate of the Mat or Tape per 225g unit
is 0.35m².
Application of Sealer Filler Resin Mix: Sealer Filler is a non-
asbestos powder supplied with sufficient material to add to one
unit of ThistleBond Standard Resin and
Hardener. Mix theThistleBond Standard Resin and Hard-
ener then transfer to a clean mixing vessel. The Sealer Filler
should be added to the resin mix and stirred until the Filler is
thoroughly dispersed. The resultant paste should be applied to
the repair, as required, using a trowlling tool.
The mix can be applied to operate at temperatures upto
approximately 180°C. When it is applied as a pre-coat, prior to
carrying out a repair, it will help to insulate the resin laminate from
the operating temperatures of the parent body. www.thistlebond.com
ThistleBond Division of E. Wood Ltd.
Standard Way, Northallerton,
N. Yorks. U.K. DL6 2XA
Tel: +44(0)1609 780170
Fax: +44(0)1609 780438 & 777905
E Mail: info@ thistlebond.com
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
The information provided in this Product Data Sheet is intended as a general guide
only and should not be used for specification purposes. The information is given
in good faith but we assume no responsibility for the use made of the product or
this information because this is outside the control of the company. Users should
determine the suitability of the product for their own particular purposes by their
own tests. Detailed specifications are available on request from the company.
TRK19000/0507
Application of Fairing Compound Resin Mix: Fairing
Compound is a filler which consists of glass fibre strands supplied
with sufficient material to add to one unit of ThistleBond
Standard Resin and Hardener. The methods of mixing and
application are similar to the Sealer Filler Resin Mix. The main
purpose of this mix is to fill in undulations prior to the application
of a ThistleBond repair.
Theoretical Coverage Rate
0.6 m²/unit at 200 microns dft. (12.75 ft²/unit at 4 mils dft).
Recommended Film Thickness
Wet 100 microns (4 mils)
Dry 100 microns (4 mils)
PHYSICAL CONSTANTS
Mixing Ratio
2 parts base to 1 part activator by
volume.
Appearance
Base
Clear Liquid
Activator
Clear Liquid
Drying & Cure
Usable Life
30 Mins
Times at
Touch Dry
2 Hours
20°C/68°F
Hard Dry
16 Hours
Minimum
Overcoating
2 Hours
Maximum
Overcoating 24 Hours
Full Cure
7 Days
These times refer to ThistleBond Standard Resin and
Hardener only. When the product is blended for other uses
times will be extended and will depend on the final quantities of
the mix.
Volume Solids
100%
V.O.C.
Nil
Shelf Life
Use within 5 years of purchase. Store in
original sealed containers at temperatures
between 5°C (40°F) and 30°C (86°F).
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
*Low Pressure Repair
35kg/cm²
(500 psi)
*High Pressure RepairBandage
112kg/cm²
(1600 psi)
* (See application Manual for full details)
Tensile Strength (without bandage)
633kg/cm²
ASTM D1002
(900 psi)
Flexural Strength (without bandage)
956kg/cm²
ASTM D790
(13600 psi)
Compressive Strength (without bandage)1019kg/cm²
ASTM D695
(14500 psi)
Maximum Working Temperature
(in conjunction with glass tape)
170°C (338°F)
The maximum working temperature in conjunction with
sealer/filler resin mix is 180°C (356°F).
HEALTH AND SAFETY
As long as normal good practice is observed ThistleBond
Standard Resin and Hardener can be safely used.
Protective gloves should be worn.
A fully detailed Material Safety Data Sheet is either
included with the material or is available on request.
PACKAGING
Supplied in 225gms and 5kg packs. www.thistlebond.com
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
ThistleBond A & B Cement is a high performance multi
purpose epoxy adhesive specifically developed for repairs where
difficult adhesion conditions exist.
ThistleBond A & B Cement is formulated on a complex range
of epoxy resins combined with a polyamino curing system
reinforced with inert fillers to enhance the adhesion properties of
the whole system.
ThistleBond A & B Cement can be applied to virtually any
surface to form an effective bond. In addition to being used as an
adhesive ThistleBond A&B Cement can also be used to fill cracks in
components and castings prior to application of ThistleBond Resin
Repair Systems.
Before proceeding, please read the following information
carefully to ensure that the correct application
procedure is fully understood.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Heavy contamination due to oil or grease must first be removed
using ThistleBond 'Cleaner'.
All loose material, rust and surface contaminants, including existing
coatings, must be removed and the surface
roughened by using an angle grinder, needle gun or abrasive
blasting. Where grinding or needle gunning is used, the surface
should be cross-scored to improve adhesion. Care must be taken,
when angle grinding, to avoid polishing rather than roughening
metal surfaces.
Where possible, abrasive blasting is the preferred surface
preparation.
MIXING
ThistleBond A &B Cement is a two component solvent free
material comprising resin and hardener components which must
be mixed together prior to use.
Measure 1 volume of resin component and 1 volume hardener
component onto a clean mixing board or other suitable surface.
The two components should then be thoroughly mixed until
completely streak free.
The mixed material should be used within 20 minutes of mixing at
20°C (68°F). This time will be reduced at higher temperatures and
extended at lower