FILCO® 345

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Bisphenol Epoxy Resins,

Bisphenol F Type Epoxy,

Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives,

Novolac Epoxy

Composite Materials Functions

Film Former

Technologies

Composite Materials

Product Families

Composite Materials — Additives

Functional Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Non-Flammable

Materials Features

Excellent Compatibility,

Good Sedimentation Stability,

High Hydrolysis Resistance,

High Temperature Application,

Long Shelf Life,

Non-Flammable,

Tacky

Characteristics

FILCO® 345 is an epoxy-novolac polymer in non ionic water emulsion.

• Epoxy equivalent ~ 200
• Hydrolysis and sedimentation stability in a wide pH range
• Good shelf life.

Characteristics of Film

• Clear
• Tacky
• Compatible with epoxy, phenolic and thermoplastic matrices.

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Epoxies (EP),

Phenolic Resins

Compatible Reinforcements

Carbon Fiber,

Glass Fiber

Applications

FILCO® 345 can be used as film former for glass fiber sizes for the reinforcement of thermoplastic and thermosetting resins

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Milky liquid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 25°C, #2, 20rpm)	100.0	mPa.s	MA143LFE
Solid Content	50.0	%	MA145LFE
pH (at 20°C)	7.5	—	MA148LFE
Epoxy Equivalent Weight (on dry resin)	200.0	g	MA149LFE

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Drums

Regional Availability

• Canada
• Mexico
• USA

Packaging Information

FILCO® 345 is supplied in steel drums with a polyethylene liner, net weight 200 kg .

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

6 months

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

FILCO® 345 should be stored in closed containers at temperatures between 5° C and 30°C. In these conditions, maximum suggested storage time is 6 months from production, in the original package. After that date the product must be rechecked. During storge a slight settlement can take place, wich can easily be eliminated by careful stirring.