FILCO® 394/F represents a modified epoxy resin crafted within a non-ionic water emulsion, designated for use as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. It is presented as a milky liquid. Key material features include flexibility, meeting standards for food contact acceptability, good non-yellowing properties, thermal stability, toughness, and a non-tacky surface.

Functions: Film Former

Chemical Family: Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Characteristics of Film
  • Clear, not tacky
  • Tough and flexible film
  • Glass transition temperature Tg ~ 28 °C
  • High thermal stability
  • Not yellowing at high temperature

Applications & Uses

Compatible Reinforcements
Processing Information

FILCO® 394/F is suggested as film former for food compliant glass fiber sizes for:

  • Chopped strand mat for thermoplastic matrices

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Milky liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solid Content53 - 57%MA145LFE
Viscosity (at 25°C, #3, 20rpm)1500 - 5000mPa.sMA143LFE
pH7 - 9-MA148LFE
Epoxy Equivalent Weight (on dry resin)1600 - 2000g/eqMA149LFE
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Particle Size300 - 800nmMA147LFE

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
6 months
Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

FILCO® 394/F should be stored in closed containers away from direct sun rays, at temperature between +5 and +30°C. In these conditions maximum suggested storage time is 6 months from production, in the original package. After that date product must be rechecked. Prevent from freezing .Thoroughly homogenize the product before use