What is West System epoxy used for?
Epoxy Developed for Boat Building & Boat Repair WEST SYSTEM offers two-part (resin and hardener) epoxy systems developed for use in boat building and boat repair. Our products are formulated to provide maximum physical properties while being easy to use. WEST SYSTEM epoxies are versatile.
Who makes West System epoxy?
Gougeon Brothers, Inc.
Gougeon Brothers, Inc. the company that manufactures WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy, is an employee-owned, family-run company located in Bay City, Michigan. Gougeon Brothers, Inc. is ISO 9001:2015 registered.
What type of epoxy is west system?
105 Epoxy Resin
105 Epoxy Resin is the base material on which all WEST SYSTEM 105 System epoxy compounds are built. It is a clear, pale yellow, low-viscosity liquid epoxy resin. Blended with hardener at the proper ratio, it cures to a hard, solid plastic with superior physical properties.
How long does it take for West System epoxy to cure?
Hardener Selection Controls Cure Time
| HARDENER | USES Resin/Hardener | |
|---|---|---|
| 209-SA Extra Slow Hardener | General bonding, applying fabric, barrier coating | 20-24 hours |
| 207-SA Special Clear Hardener | Applying fabric, clear finish, general bonding, barrier coating | 10-15 hours |
Is West System epoxy safe?
However, the risk overexposure to epoxy increases when ventilation is inadequate or when the products are heated. People rarely ingest epoxy, but it can happen when resin, hardener or mixed epoxy contaminates food, beverages or eating surfaces, and when good hygiene and clean-up practices are not followed.
Where is Totalboat located?
Bristol, RI
The Ocean: When the word “ocean” is in your state motto, it pretty much says ideal proving ground. And while we absolutely use the waters around Bristol, RI as just that, we love teaming up with marine experts, academia, and other users around the globe who test our stuff in their local conditions.
Where is West System epoxy made?
Bay City, Michigan
WEST SYSTEM Epoxies have always been developed, formulated, and manufactured in our Bay City, Michigan plant by epoxy users who are enthusiastic about epoxy quality and ease of use.
What happens if you put too much hardener in epoxy resin?
Adding too much of either resin or hardener will alter the chemical reaction and the mixture will not cure properly.
How long before sanding West Systems epoxy?
24 hours
Allow the final epoxy pour to cure for 24 hours before sanding the surface. When fully cured, the epoxy will sand to a dust. 105 Epoxy Resin with 207 Special Clear Hardener is compatible with many varnishes and polyurethanes.
What is the fastest curing epoxy?
UV Resin: The fastest method you can use to cure epoxy, is by using UV resin and a UV Lamp. This method will ensure that your resin is cured within 2 minutes of pouring.
What is the shelf life of West system epoxy?
Epoxies like ArtResin adhere to the more strict guidelines, 6 months if opened and a year if not. Once you start getting into the higher-grade epoxies, such as West System you will have an indefinite shelf-life. The biggest indicator, and turnoff, of using old epoxy is going to be the color change.
What is marine grade epoxy?
A premium epoxy system with 100% solids, no solvents, and very simple mix ratios. TAP Marine Grade Epoxy is perhaps the safest epoxy on the market. Its low toxicity allows us to ship it without special restrictions.
What is 105 epoxy resin?
105 Epoxy Resin is a clear, light amber, low-viscosity liquid epoxy resin formulated specifically to wet out and bond with wood, fiberglass and a variety of metals. Multiple coats of a 105 Epoxy Resin create a superior moisture barrier and a tough, stable base for paints and varnishes.
What is epoxy system?
Like the five minute variety, an epoxy system comes in two separate parts: a resin and a hardener. When the two parts are mixed together, a chemical reaction occurs that hardens or “cures” the epoxy. What makes an epoxy system special is you can vary the curing time by choosing the type of hardener.