Epoxies

INSULCAST 980
SEMI-FLEXIBLE COMPOUND WITH SUPERIOR THERMAL SHOCK RESISTANCE

DESCRIPTION

INSULCAST 980 is a semi-flexible epoxy compound displaying superior thermal shock resistance and excellent electrical properties over a wide range of temperatures. INSULCAST 980 represents technology based on cycloaliphatic chemistry.

PROPERTIES-UNCURED:
 Part APart B 
PROPERTIES UNCURED:
Color, visualClearAmber 
Viscosity @25°C, cps1,0004,000ASTM D 2393
Specific Gravity1.131.0 
Mix Ratio (by weight)100:85 
Mix Ratio (by volume)1:1 
Mixed viscosity @25°C, cps2,500 
Pot Life @72°F, hours48-72 
Shelf Life @72°F, months12 
PROPERTIES-CURED:
PHYSICAL:
Hardness, Durometer (Shore D)55-60ASTM D 2240
Tensile Strength, psi3,500ASTM D 638
Tensile Elongation, %4-6ASTM D 638
Thermal Shock -55°C to 155°C4 cycles, A-1 MIL STD 202 
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, °C77 x 10-6 
Thermal Conductivity, BTU-in/(ft2)(hr)(°F)2.3 
Useful Temperature Range, °C-62 to 155 
ELECTRICAL:
Dielectric Strength, volts/mil400ASTM D 147
Dielectric Constant, 1 KHz4.0ASTM D 150
Dissipation Factor0.01ASTM D 150
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm1 x 1015ASTM D 257

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Weigh out the required amounts of Part A and Part B.
  2. Mix thoroughly, scraping the bottom and sides of container.
  3. Evacuate at 29 in. Hg if void-free casting required.
  4. Pour into cavity or unit.

CURE SCHEDULE:
24 hours @ 70°C plus Post Cure 1 - 2 hrs. @ 100°C or 2 hrs. @ 125°C

IMPORTANT:
The following supersedes any provision in your company's forms, letters and papers. AMERICAN SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. makes NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES of MERCHANTABILITY OR of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR THIS PRODUCT. No statements or recommendations contained in the product literature are to be construed as inducements to infringe any relevant patent, now or thereafter in existence. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AMERICAN SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES FROM ALLEGED NEGLIGENCE, BREACH of WARRANTY, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY, ARISING OUT of THE USE OR HANDLING of THIS PRODUCT. The sole liability of AMERICAN SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for any claims arising out of the manufacture, use or sale of its products shall be to refund the buyer's purchase price, provided such products have been demonstrated in AMERICAN SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. sole opinion, to justify such refund.

HEALTH CAUTION:
Avoid breathing possible fumes, mists and vapors which can cause severe respiratory damage. Use of NIOSH approved breathing apparatus is required for more than minimal exposure. Always work in areas with adequate ventilation to allow dissipation of polyamine and other chemical fumes, and where applicable, solvent fumes. Use of goggles, protective garments, rubber gloves, protective cream is required. If material gets into eyes, flush thoroughly with clear water for twenty (20) minutes; then seek medical treatment. Avoid skin contact. Material can cause contact dermatitis. Always wash exposed areas immediately, using warm water and soap, followed by rinsing with clean water. Observe all safety precautions. It is important when using solvent based materials or solvents to keep away from open flame or ignition source.

PLEASE REFER TO MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR FURTHER FIRST AID INFORMATION.

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