Epoxies - 1 Component

INSULCAST 783
ONE COMPONENT, FLEXIBLE, HEAT CURE EPOXY SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION

INSULCAST 783 is a thixotropic, one-component, flame retardant, flexible heat cure epoxy system designed for dipping/coating applications.

PROPERTIES-UNCURED:
Color, visual Black
Viscosity, cps Thixotropic ASTM D 2393
Specific Gravity 1.49
Pot Life @70°C, hours 24 to 30
Pot Life @100°C, hours 2-2.5
Pot Life @110°C, hours 1.5-2
Pot Life @115°C, hours 1-1.5
Shelf Life @25°C, months 3
PROPERTIES-CURED:
PHYSICAL:
Hardness, Durometer (Shore D) 70-75 ASTM D 2240
Tensile Strength, psi 6,500 ASTM D 638
Tensile Elongation, % 15-20 ASTM D 638
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, °C 55 x 10-6 ASTM D 638
Thermal Conductivity, BTU-in/(ft2)(hr)(°F) 4.0
Useful Temperature Range, °C
-55 to 155*
ELECTRICAL:
Dielectric Strength, volts/mil 420 ASTM D 149
Dielectric Constant, 1 KHz 3.8 ASTM D 150
Dissipation Factor 0.01 ASTM D 150
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm 1.0 x 1015 ASTM D 257

*NOTE: Due to the high thixotropic index of INSULCAST 783, the material is formulated in special mixing equipment thus eliminating air. Do not mix INSULCAST 783 with high speed mixers as it will be impossible to remove the air incorporated during mixing.

USE INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat coil, transformer or unit for 1-2 hours @120°-135°C. Allow to cool to approximately 50°C.
2. Any surfaces, such as terminal leads or mounting brackets, where bonding is impractical should be coated with a suitable epoxy release agent.
3. Pour INSULCAST 783 into a vessel or tank. Dip unit to be encapsulated. Remove unit from epoxy and allow unit to drain for approximately 1/2 hour prior to curing.

NOTE: INSULCAST 783 can be used as a brush coating when dipping is not practical.

CURE SCHEDULES:
Dipped Units:
6 - 8 hours @95°C - lowest shrinkage
3 - 5 hours @105°C
2-3 hours @120°C plus Post Cure 1-2 hours @ 150°C - 115°C

Post cure 2 hours @150°C for optimum high temperature properties.

Cast Units:
8 - 10 hours @95°C - lowest shrinkage
Plus Post Cure 1-2 hours @ 150°C - 115°C

STORAGE REQUIREMENTS:
One component epoxies are pre-catalyzed and have a limited shelf-life. Storage at elevated temperatures will result in a shortened shelf-life and premature gelation. Store material in a cool place.

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.

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