Araldite® GT 7097

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Bisphenol A Type Epoxy,

Bisphenol Epoxy Resins,

Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

CASE Ingredients Functions

Binder & Resin

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Resins & Binders

Epoxies

Features & Benefits

Properties

Depending on cross linker used in the formulation such coatings yield:

• Superior flow and wetting properties
• High gloss development with reduced pigment floating and flocculation
• Good chemical, solvent and water resistance
• Outstanding adhesion and flexibility (impact resistance)
• Good corrosion resistance
• Excellent sterilization performance
• Good deep-drawing capability
• FDA approved

Applications & Uses

Markets

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Industrial,

Paints & Coatings,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Paints & Coatings — Building & Construction

Decorative Paints

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Pipes & Plumbing

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Building & Construction — Decorative Materials & Finishes

Decorative Paints, Coatings & Stains

Consumer Goods — Furniture

Paints & Coatings — Industrial Coatings

Coil Coatings,

Furniture Coatings,

Metal Coatings

Printing & Packaging — Packaging Coatings

Can Coatings,

Primers & Lacquers

Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings

Can Coatings,

Primers & Lacquers

Coating Type

Coil Coating,

Enamel,

Powder Coating,

Primer

Application

Araldite® GT 7097 N is a solid high melt viscosity epoxy resin designed for high quality industrial coatings and for thick-film powder coatings. These typical applications are:

• Metal decorating finishes
• Can and coil coatings
• Drum and tank linings
• Application primers and enamels
• Metal furniture finishes
• Primers for practically all types of substrates

Araldite® GT 7097 N is successfully used for the production of powder coatings for

• Components used in the chemical industry with high chemical and mechanical resistance.
• Tube and pipe coatings

Properties

Physical Form

Flakes,

Solid

Appearance

Clear, No Contamination

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Color (Gardner)	max. 3	—	ASTM D-1544
Epoxy Value	0.52 - 0.66	eq/Kg	ASTM D-1652
Weight per Epoxide	1515 - 1920	g/eq	ASTM D-1652
Viscosity at 25°C (77°F)	1070 - 1760	mPa.s	ISO 12058-1
Softening Point (Mettler)	100 - 118	°C	ASTM D-3461
Density at 25°C (77°F)	1.2	g/cm3	ISO 8130
Hydroxyl Content	~ 3.2	eq/Kg	ISO 4629
Flash Point	min. 200	°C	ISO 2719

Safety & Health

Hazardous Decomposition Products

When disposed in fire

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide  and other toxic gasses and vapor.

Disposal

• Regular procedures approved by local authorities.

Handling Precautions

Caution! Avoid dusty conditions.

• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Avoid breathing dust.
• Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin.
• When poured, resin can generate static electricity sparks which can ignite flammable vapors or dusts.
• Use with good ventilation.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Package

Araldite® GT 7097 N is supplied in 25 Kg. bags.

Storage & Handling

Shelf life (at storage temperature between 2-40°C)

6 years

Storage

This product has minimum shelf life of 6 years when stored in a dry place at room temperature. If stored under warmer conditions, sintering may occur.