Products in Polymers & Resins: Thermoset Polyester

FILCO® BIO 670 is an unsaturated polyester resin available in powder form with a substantial content of bio-based materials. It appears as a yellowish powder and is categorized as a bio-based product. FILCO® BIO 670 is suitable for use with various polymers and resins, including epoxies (EP) and unsaturated polyester (UPE).

FILCO® 656 is a powdered unsaturated polyester resin with integrated catalyst and antiblocking agent, belonging to the Thermoset Polyester chemical family. Tailored for pultrusion and injection molding processes, this resin offers a convenient and efficient solution for manufacturing durable composite materials. With its unique formulation, FILCO 656 simplifies processing and enhances the versatility of applications in industries where thermoset polyester materials are utilized.

FILCO® 9663 is an unsaturated polyester resin that comes in powdered form, presenting as a light yellow, free-flowing powder. Notably, it boasts a very high molecular weight and demonstrates rapid solubility in styrene. It exhibits robust binding strength, especially in 'hot melt' operating conditions, and showcases excellent compatibility with unsaturated polyester matrices.

FILCO® 656-1 is an unsaturated polyester resin available in powder form, incorporating a catalyst and an antiblocking agent. It presents as an off-white powder. This product is recommended as an insoluble binder specifically designed for the production of Continuous Filament Mat (CFM). Its versatile applications include suitability for hot or cold pressing, vacuum and injection molding, as well as pultrusion processes.

FILCO® MASTER is an unsaturated polyester resin presented in a white powder form. As a thermoset polyester, it undergoes a permanent change when cured, providing enhanced durability and stability, especially when subjected to heat or other external factors. This powdered resin can be employed in various applications within the domain of polymer-based materials and composites.

FILCO® 9667 is a product which consists of an unsaturated polyester adduct that presents itself as an amber, viscous resin. FILCO® 9667 falls within the chemical family of bisphenols and is classified under the polymer name 'Thermoset Polyester'.

FILCO® 659 is an unsaturated polyester resin, presented in powder form and incorporating a catalyst. Classified under the polymer name 'Thermoset Polyester,' it exists in a powdered physical form and functions as a resin, binder, and matrix material within composite materials.

FILCO® 8901 is a product with a milky liquid unsaturated polyester available in a non-ionic water emulsion. FILCO® 8901 is a liquid form with non-flammable properties and notable features such as excellent compatibility.

FILCO® 9657 is a product which has a powdered, highly crystalline unsaturated polyester resin, categorized as a thermoset polyester. FILCO® 9657 presents as an off-white powder with distinct crystalline characteristics.

FILCO® 657 is an unsaturated polyester resin in powder form that includes a catalyst and an antiblocking agent. Available in various formulations such as FILCO® 657 (approximately 1% catalyst) and FILCO® 657 (around 2% catalyst), it's recommended as an insoluble binder specifically tailored for producing Continuous Filament Mat (CFM). Its versatile applications encompass suitability for hot or cold pressing, vacuum and injection molding, as well as pultrusion processes.

FILCO® 657/01 is a powdered unsaturated polyester resin with integrated catalyst and antiblocking agent, belonging to the Thermoset Polyester chemical family. Functioning as a binder, this resin undergoes crosslinking just above its melting temperature. Upon curing, it achieves nearly complete insolubility in styrene. Tailored for pultrusion and Resin Transfer Molding (RTM), FILCO® 657/01 stands as a versatile solution, offering efficient processing methods for the creation of durable and thermoset polyester-based products.

FILCO® 659 MG 25 is an unsaturated polyester resin available in powder form and enriched with a catalyst. Classified under the polymer name 'Thermoset Polyester,' it functions as a resin, binder, and matrix material within composite applications. Its physical form is in a powdered state, serving various roles within composite materials.

FILCO® 9661 is an unsaturated polyester resin available in powdered form. It manifests as a light yellow, free-flowing powder and is characterized by a very high molecular weight. Notably, it demonstrates rapid solubility in styrene and exhibits substantial binding strength for glass fibers, particularly in 'hot melt' conditions.

FILCO® 658 is an unsaturated polyester resin presented in powder form, enriched with a catalyst and an antiblocking agent. Available in diverse variants like FILCO® 658 (around 1% catalyst) and FILCO® 658 (approximately 2% catalyst), it is recommended as an insoluble binder specifically designed for producing Continuous Filament Mat (CFM). Primarily utilized in pultrusion processes, this product appears as an off-white powder.

FILCO® 388 represents an easily dispersible unsaturated polyester resin in water. It presents as a yellow-amber, viscous liquid and is recommended as a film-former for continuous filament mat (CFM). Typically applied as a water micro-colloidal emulsion to glass fibers, FILCO 388 can incorporate benzoyl peroxide as an initiator during its application.

Texipol 63-400 is an inverse emulsion thickener that imparts a pseudoplastic rheology to aqueous based compositions. It is supplied as a pre-neutralised dispersion as the sodium salt of an acrylic copolymer which gives almost instantaneous thickening when mixed directly into aqueous formulations.

Crystic® Transfer Moulding Resin 5008ST is a non accelerated orthophtalic resin designed for use by RTM (Resin Transfer Molding) techniques, with excellent mechanical properties. Its rheology makes it suitable to be processed by vacuum injection or wet press as well.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 199 is an isophthalic polyester resin recommended for use in high-performance applications where superior thermal and electrical properties are required. It has excellent chemical and heat resistance. This product can withstand long periods (1 year) at temperatures up to 150ºC, and shorter periods at temperatures up to 200ºC, with no serious loss of properties. It has a 30-minute gel time.

Crystic® Pipe Relining Resin PD10098T is a thixotropic, non-accelerated, high-reactive orthophthalic neopentylglycol unsaturated polyester resin. It is specially developed for the production of liners in the pipe relining industry. Fully cured laminates of this product offer high chemical resistance and mechanical properties, as well as excellent long-term property retention.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 702PAX is a pre-accelerated orthophthalic polyester resin with low viscosity and controlled exotherm characteristics. It is designed for use in vacuum infusion processes. This product has Lloyd's approval and is suitable for use in marine, wind energy, building and construction, and transportation.

Crystic® FR1166 PAK is a filled, orthophtalic, pre accelerated, low styrene content and thixotropic unsaturated polyester resin. It has to be used when excellent low smoke and fire resistant laminates are required. Crystic PD1166 PAK is halogen free and does not contain heavy metals.

Crestafire® P1-3002PA is a pre-accelerated polyester resin with fire retardant properties, which make it suitable for applications where fire resistance is a major consideration. It is suitable for RTM (resin transfer molding) and RTM light applications. It requires only the addition of a catalyst to start the curing reaction.

Crystic® Transfer Moulding Resin 781PALV is a pre-aceelerated, orthophthalic polyester resin, designed for use in RTM (Resin Transfer Molding) and RTM Light processes. It is especially suited to those RTM applications which require the addition of filler to the resin system.

Texipol 63-425 is a next generation inverse emulsion synthetic thickener based on a significant proportion of bio-derived content. It shows broad pH compatibility and imparts pseudoplastic rheology to aqueous compositions and is supplied as a pre-neutralised dispersion as the sodium salt of an acrylic based polymer.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 489PA is a pre-accelerated, thixotropic, isophthalic polyester resin. When used with Crystic® Marine Grade Gelcoats such as LS 88PA, LS 97PA, LS 30PA, LS 31PA, and Permabright, it gives outstanding durability and superior blister resistance for molding boat hulls. This product is suitable for use with continuous rovings, carbon fibers, and aramids. It has a 23-minute gel time, Lloyd's approval, and is suitable for marine, transportation, building and construction, and industrial applications.

Crystic® Pipe Relining Resin D3846SA is a thixotropic, non-accelerated, isophthalic, unsaturated polyester resin with low exotherm. It is specially designed for the production of liners to be used in the pipe relining industry. The fully cured liners offer high chemical resistance and mechanical properties.

Crestamould® T29 Extrudable is a modified polyester compound designed for the milling of large plugs or production molds with CNC multiple axis machines. This material combines unique qualities and it can be extruded up to a thickness of approx. 15mm (0.6”). It provides a homogenous substrate that prevents print from the underlying structure.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 196E is a non-accelerated, non-thixotropic, orthophthalic polyester resin for use in hot climates. It has Lloyd's approval and can be used in marine, transportation, building and construction, and industrial applications. This product is particularly suitable for filament winding and pultrusion processes.

Crystic® Polyester Resin R115NT is a general purpose non thixotropic, non accelerated, orthophthalic, unsaturated polyester resin. It has a gel time of 10 minutes and can be used for the production of filled castings or for reinforced laminates on flat molds.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 625PA is a thixotropic, tough, pre-accelerated isophthalic polyester resin with good heat and chemical resistance properties. It can be used in filament winding applications and is ideally suited for the production of heat-resistant and dimensionally stable molds. This product has a 20-minute gel time.

Texipol 63-450 is an inverse emulsion thickener that imparts a highly pseudoplastic rheology to aqueous based compositions. It is supplied as a pre-neutralised dispersion as the sodium salt of an acrylic copolymer and shows thickening over a very wide pH range of 2 - 12.

Crystic® Polyester Resin PDME 074 is an acrylic modified orthophthalic unsaturated polyester resin developed specifically for the manufacturing of maximum clarity roofing sheets by continuous sheeting process. It is ultra violet stabilized by the addition of special anti UV additives. The resin also contains acrylic monomers to reduce long term yellowing of the laminates.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 1124PA is an orthophthalic, low-viscosity, unsaturated polyester resin. It is supplied as a solution dissolved in monomeric styrene. This product is pre-accelerated to give a sufficient pot life for contact molding using Andonox® KP9 at normal ambient temperatures. It has been formulated to give a rapid cure time while retaining a usable pot life and a normal peak exotherm temperature. For an extra-rapid cure, the use of acetoacetonyl peroxide (Andonox® PD40) is recommended.

Crystic® Polyester Resin 125PA is a quality orthophthalic-based unsaturated polyester resin developed specifically for the manufacture of GRP moldings. This medium-viscosity polyester resin meets the requirements of BS 3532:1990 as a type "A" resin and can be used for flat surface laminations. Laminates made with this product have good mechanical strength, high rigidity and impact resistance, and excellent dimensional stability. When used with the recommended curing system, its curing properties make it especially suitable for fast production processes.

Crystic® Polyester Resin R115PA is a general purpose thixotropic, pre-accelerated, orthophthalic, unsaturated polyester resin. It has a 10-minute gel time and is suitable for use in buidling and construction, transportation and industrial applications by hand lay up or by spray application for the production of most glass reinforced laminates.

Crystic® Fire Retardant Resin U1007TPA is a filled, fire-retardant, pre-accelerated, thixotropic unsaturated polyester resin designed for RTM and RTM light. It cures with standard MEKP peroxide and has a 17-minute gel time. This product will achieve M2 to the French fire standard.