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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Materials Features
- Product Highlights
FILCO 3 JM is a modified epoxy resin in non ionic water emulsion
Characteristics of the dried film:
- Clear, hard
- Glass transition temperature TG = ~ 30°C
- High thermal stability
- Not yellowing at high temperature
- Medium - low solubility in styrene.
Applications & Uses
- Compatible Reinforcements
- Composites End Use
- Product Applications
FILCO® 3 JM is suggested as film former for glass fiber sizes for:
- SMC - BMC roving
- chopped strand for thermoplastic matrices
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Milky liquid
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Viscosity (at 25°C, #4, 20rpm) 1500 - 6000 mPa.s MA143LFE Solid Content 53 - 57 % MA145LFE pH (at 20°C) 4 - 8 - MA148LFE Epoxy Equivalent Weight (on dry resin) 520 - 600 g MA149LFE - Particle Size Distribution
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Average Particle Size 800 - 2000 nm MA147LFE
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Regional Availability
- Packaging Information
FILCO® 3 JM is supplied in steel drums with an internal polyethylene liner, net weight 200 kg.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 6 months
- Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
FILCO® 3 JM must be stored in closed containers away from direct sun rays, at a temperature between + 5°C and + 30°C. In these conditions the maximum suggested storage time is 6 months from production, in the original packaging. After that date the product must be rechecked. During storage a slight settlement can take place, which can easily be eliminated by careful stirring.