GP® 486G34 phenolic resin is used in conjunction with GP® 4826 catalyst for the manufacture of FRP. Specifically developed for hand layup and RTM, the system is also suitable for other FRP processes including filament winding.
By varying the amount of the catalyst mixture in the GP 486G34 resin, desired pot life and cure speed can be achieved; e.g., decreased catalyst mixture level results in increased pot life.
Applications
Air conditioning and mining ventilation, Composites, Fiber-reinforced polymers, Fire-safe bus parts, Fire-safe construction materials, Fire-safe railcar parts, Fire-safe walkways, High-temperature applications, Laminates, Offshore water pipe systems, Passenger platform decking
Product Composition
Phenol-Formaldehyde resole
Appearance/Form
Amber to brown liquid
Typical Properties
- Non-Volatiles, %
- 71-75
- Viscosity @ 25°C, cps
- 350 - 750
- pH
- 7.3 - 7.8
- Specific Gravity @25°C
- 1.22 - 1.26
- Weight per gallon, lbs
- 10
- Flash Point, °C
- >90
- Free Formaldehyde, %
- 1.0 maximum
- Storage Life @ 25°C
- 30 days
Packaging
Drums and bulk quantities
Storage and Handling
GP® 486G34 resin and GP® 4826 catalyst should be used in areas with good ventilation. Resin should be stored at temperatures at or below 40°F (5°C) while catalyst can be stored at 20°C-30°C. Prior to use, the resin should be brought to room temperature. As with any resin/acid system, precise and thorough mixing of the resin and catalyst mixture is essential to achieve uniform cure and optimum quality.
The information and technical data herein is believed to be accurate. It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification. Buyer assumes all risk of use, storage and handling of the product. NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as a license to operate under or recommendation to infringe any patents.