StrongEdge 45 Knife Grade
StrongEdge 45 Knife Grade, the strongest clear, Knife Grade epoxy specifically designed for fabrication and lamination. Once applied on a countertop, the stone or substrate will not delaminate or break where it has been applied! Strong Edge 45 is the clearest flowing epoxy on the market. StrongEdge 45 does not shrink, it takes a polish, as well as accepts color to color match the stone if necessary. With a 2:1 mix ratio and a set time of about 45 minutes at 75 degrees.
StrongEdge 45 is made for granite, marble, all-natural stone, Quartz, Engineered, ceramic, and porcelain materials. It maintains the clearest epoxy with an express cure time, without losing its structural integrity.
StrongEdge 45 is truly a knife-grade consistency and is VOC compliant. After mixing the part A and B together, the Strongedge 45 can be used on 45-degree miter and vertical applications without running or dripping off.
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Instructions for use
Make sure the surface to be treated is dry, clean, and free of dust. The mixing ratio of resin to catalyst is 2:1 (see chart below). Use clean tools. Stir vigorously and apply. Do not place unused products back in the can. Make sure the cans are sealed tightly after use. To clean tools we suggest light solvents like acetone and butyl acetate.
Technical Information for Tenax Strong Edge 45 1.5 Quart Set
| Technical Data | |
|---|---|
| Viscosity Resin cps 77° 20 r.p.m.(ASTM D2196) | Tixotropic paste |
| Viscosity Hardener cps 77° 20 r.p.m. ASTM D2196 | Tixotropic paste |
| Density Resin / Hardener at 77° gr/cm 3 | 1.1 / 1.0 |
| Aspect Resin / Aspect Hardener | Transparent Paste / Transparent Paste |
| Aspect Resin Hard | Transparent / Icy |
| GARDNER color of the resin ASTM D1544 | Max. 1 |
| GARDNER color of the hardener ASTM D1544 | Max. 1 |
| Mixing ratio resin + hardener in weight | 100 + 50 = Total 150 |
| Gel time in bulk at 77° (100 gr resin + hardener) | Approximately 8-13 minutes |
| Tacky free in thin layer at 77°; 50% relative humidity | Approximately 60 minutes |
| Tacky free in thin layer at 104°; 10% relative humidity | 40 minutes |
| Hardness in Shore D (1) ASTM D 2240 | 84 |
| Glass transition temperature Tglass (ASTM E1545) (1) | N.A. |
| Peeling test with glass fiber on marble (1) (ASTM D3167) | 1,0 N/mm |
| Adhesion force on marble (ASTM D4541)(1) | 13 Mpa |
| Adhesion force on glass (ASTM D4541)(1) | 15 Mpa |
| Weathering test on climatic chamber Qsun, (ASTM D904), 3 years of outdoor condition, light+rain+ thermal shock | N.A. |
| Yellowing test on the Xenon chamber 3 years (ISO11341) | Medium |
| Minimum reaction temperature | 10-59° |
| Minimum temperature of use after hardening | 77° |
| Maximum temperature of use after hardening | 140° |
| Working time at 77° (time for polishing or cutting) | 24 hours |
Shelf Life
Keep the can closed after use. This product will last at least 1 year under normal conditions between 65° and 77°. Keep away from heat, humidity, and sunlight.
Safety
Please read the safety data sheet before use and follow the product instructions.
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