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Ilkalem AS IR-100T

Ilkalem AS IR-100T is ISO thixotropic unsaturated polyester resin for GRP applications.

Polymer Name: Thermoset Polyester

Chemical Family: Unsaturated Polyester (UPE)

Processing Methods: Filament Winding, Hand Lay-up

End Uses: Automotive Components, Construction Applications, Marine Applications, Pipes, Pools, Tanks

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    Identification & Functionality

    Composite Materials Functions

    Features & Benefits

    Properties
    • Easy and quick fiber wetting
    • Low volumetric shrinkage
    • Resistant to chemical medium
    • High mechanical strength and HDT
    • No dripping during vertical application

    Applications & Uses

    Composites End Use
    Composites Processing Methods
    Field of Application
    • Car, bus and truck body parts
    • Boats and other sea vehicles
    • Modular cabinet
    • Chemical material storage tanks
    • GRP pipes
    • Construction materials
    Application

    Hand lay-up, Spray-up, Filament winding

    Properties

    Mechanical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Tensile Strength60 - 70MPa
    Tensine Elongation1 - 2%
    Tensile E-Modulues4000-5000MPa
    Flexural Strength90 - 100MPa
    Hardness40 - 42GYZJ 934-1
    Heat Distortion Temperature78 - 82°C
    Water Absorption37 - 39mg
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Viscosity750-1100cps
    ThixotropyYes
    Density1.10 - 1.11g/cm3
    Monomer Content39 - 41%
    Acid Value11 - 20mgkOH/g
    Gel Time10 - 18min
    Exothermic Peak170 - 180°C
    Technical Properties

    Curing system - 1% Co(1%)+1%MEK P

    Packaging & Availability

    Availability

    Pre-accelerated type can be produced upon request.