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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Date of issue: 07.11.2004 Date of revision: 11.04.2012 Version: 2.0
Laminating resin
LG 285
Hardeners HG 285, HG 286, HG 287
1. Description
Laminating resin LG 285 is a resin featuring increased binding strength and reactivity, outstanding flexibility
while a very high strength and temperature resistance are retained. The resin contains modificatory agent that
greatly improves penetration of the laminating mixture into the fabric.
Hardener HG 285 is a low-viscosity amine hardener containing post-curing agent that enables lamination
also at room temperature without consequent curing by heat. Gel-time (100 g)at 23°C is
50 minutes.
Hardener HG 286 is a low-viscosity cyclo-aliphatic hardener containing post-curing additives that enables
lamination also without consequent curing by heat. Gel-time (100 g) at 23°C is 110 –
120 minutes.
Hardener HG 287 is a low-viscosity cyclo-aliphatic hardener for epoxy resin LG 285. At room temperature
(23°C) it gets cured within 2 – 7 days. At faster cycle the products are recommended to
be cured at temperature of minimum 35°C. Gel-time (100 g) at 23°C is approximately
160 – 180 minutes.
2. Use
Epoxy LG 285 is used for lamination at room temperature, but also encreased temperature for preparing
composite parts of higher temperature resistance and excellent mechanical properties. It has been designed for
the production of high-pressure composite parts, such as gliders, models, boats and moulds.
After post-curing at 50 – 55°C the system is resistant to working temperaturesof – 60°C up to + 60°C. After
post-curing at 80 – 90°C the working temperature of the system moves over 80°C.
The system can be used for all common reinforcements, such as e.g. glass, carbon or aramid fibres, core
materials etc.
The system is compatible with all common polyester gelcoats and sealers. Though, we still recommend to try
out individual combinations ahead.
2.1 Working instructions
The system is recommended to be processed at temperatures of between 20 up to 30°C using common
methods of composite production.
This system has been designed so that it gets cured sufficiently even at room temperature of 18 – 30°C,
therefore it can also be processed at room temperature and used without a consequent post-curing at heat. The
processing time depends on the used hardener.
If cured at room temperature (approx. 25°C) for 24 hours, can be achieved thermal resistance 55 – 65°C.
If cured at heat, a temperature resistance of up to 110°C can be achieved (see the chart of temperature
resistance – page 2.)
GRM Systems s.r.o. Slatinky 158 +420 585 431 734 www.grm-systems.cz
783 42 Slatinice +420 585 431 994 [email protected]
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Date of issue: 07.11.2004 Date of revision: 11.04.2012 Version: 2.0
Laminating resin LG 285 + Hardeners HG 285, HG 286, HG 287
Gel time: (building-up a layer of 1 mm at different temperature)
LG 285 HG 285 HG 286 HG 287
at 25°C 2 – 3 hours 3 – 5 hours approx. 6 – 8 hours
at 50°C 1 hour 1,5 – 2 hours approx. 3 - 5 hours
Temperature resistance:
LG 285 HG 285 HG 286 HG 287
at 23°C (2-7 days) 45 - 50°C 55°C 60°C
at 50°C (3 hours) 65°C 65°C 70°C
at 60°C (> 3 hours) 73°C 77°C 80°C
at 90°C (> 2 hours) 80°C 95°C 100°C
at 120°C (2 hours) 85°C 105°C 110°C
Mixing ratio, resin + hardener:
Parts by weight 100 : 40
Parts by volume 100 : 50
2.2 Technical parameters
Properties:
LG 285
3
Density g/cm (25°C) 1,18 - 1,23
Viscosity mPa/s (25°C) 600 – 900
Epoxy equivalent mol/1kg 165 – 170
Epoxy index - 0,59 - 0,65
Colour Gardner max 3
HG 285 HG 286 HG 287
3
Density g/cm (25°C) 0,94 0,94 0,94
Viscosity mPa/s (25°C) 50 - 100 80 - 120 50 - 100
Amine number Mg KOH/g 480 - 550 450 - 500 450 - 500
Colour Gardner max 3* max 3* max 3*
* related to a non-coloured hardener
Details for processing:
LG 285 HG 285 HG 286 HG 287
Average epoxy value 0,62 - -
Average amine equivalent - 64 64 64
Storage 24 months (epoxy), 12 months (hardeners) in the original package
Directory mechanical parameters of unreinforced resin:
Flexural strength MPa 110 - 120
GRM Systems s.r.o. Slatinky 158 +420 585 431 734 www.grm-systems.cz
783 42 Slatinice +420 585 431 994 [email protected]
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Date of issue: 07.11.2004 Date of revision: 11.04.2012 Version: 2.0
Laminating resin LG 285 + Hardeners HG 285, HG 286, HG 287
E-modulus bend MPa 2700 - 3300
Tensile strength MPa 75 - 85
Compressive strength MPa 130 - 150
Elongation % 5 – 6,5
-2
Fatigue strength KJ/m 38 - 48
Shore hardness D - 85
3. Storage and package
Resins can be stored for a period at least 24 months and hardeners for period at least 12 months in carefully
sealed drums. At temperatures below + 15°C resins and hardeners should get crystalized. Crystallization is
visible as misting-up or modification of liquid contents into a solid. Before processing, the crystallization has to
be eliminated. Slowly warm-up the hardener to approx. 50 – 60°C into a water bath or oven and by stirring or
shaking you will get the contents into its initial appearrance without any negative effect on its quality. Process
only products of totally unified colour. Before warming-up slightly open the drum, so that the pressure inside
gets stabilized. Be careful during the warming-up. Do not warm-up above open fire! During stirring use safety
utilities (gloves, protective glasses, breathing device).
4. Contact details
Manufacturer/Supplier: GRM Systems s.r.o. Phone NO: +420 585 431 734
Slatinky 158 Fax NO: +420 585 431 994
783 42 Olomouc (Slatinice) www.grm-systems.cz
CZECH REPUBLIC [email protected]
Technical service: Zbyněk Gofroj Phone NO: +420 777 766 706
[email protected]
Note
This technical datasheet has been created based on our latest knowledge and according to the best information
and knowledge available. As we are unable to check if our products are used in a correct way, we cannot
guarantee results. In spite of this, we will be glad to give you advice.
GRM Systems s.r.o. Slatinky 158 +420 585 431 734 www.grm-systems.cz
783 42 Slatinice +420 585 431 994 [email protected]
