In the world of polymer chemistry and industrial applications, reactive diluents play a crucial role in enhancing the performance and versatility of various formulations. Epotec RD 108 Reactive Diluent, developed by Grasim Industries Ltd (Aditya Birla), is a cutting-edge product that offers exceptional properties and benefits across different industries. This article aims to explore the features, applications, and advantages of Reactive Diluent RD 108, shedding light on why it has become a go-to choice for professionals seeking high-quality solutions. Reactive diluents are low-viscosity epoxy monomers that are used to modify the viscosity and reactivity of epoxy formulations. They are typically added to epoxy resins to reduce their viscosity, improve processability, and enhance their performance in various applications.
Reactive Diluent RD 108 is composed of a mono-glycidyl ether obtained from C12-C14 fatty alcohol. Epotec RD 108 is primarily used as a reactive diluent for high viscosity epoxy resins. Epotec RD 108 Reactive Diluent exhibits compatibility with epoxy resin at all concentrations, allowing for the formulation of resin blends that can be cured using a variety of epoxy hardeners. Similar to other mono-functional aliphatic reactive diluents, increasing the amount of Epotec RD 108 Reactive Diluent in the epoxy resin blend will result in an extended pot life and lead to modifications in the properties of the cured resin. One advantage of this Reactive Diluent, being an aliphatic compound, is its superior non-yellowing characteristics compared to aromatic mono-functional reactive diluents. In addition to its other benefits, Epotec RD 108 Reactive Diluent demonstrates excellent wetting characteristics, ensuring its effectivity on various surfaces. Furthermore, Epotec RD 108 Reactive Diluent exhibits a low odor profile, contributing to a more pleasant working environment during its application.
Appearance | Visual | Clear liquid |
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Colour | ASTM D 1544-04 | 0.5 G max. |
Epoxy Equivalent weight | ASTM D 1652-04 | 275 – 300 g/eq |
Viscosity @25ºC | ASTM D 2196-05 | 5 – 10 cP |
Hydrolysable Chlorine | ASTM D 1726-03 | 0.1 % max. |
Water content | ASTM E 203-01 | 0.1 % max. |
Epichlorohydrin content | TEC-AS-P-023 | 10 ppm max. |
Epoxide Value | ASTM D 1652-04 | 3.33 – 3.64 |
Density @25ºC | ASTM D 1475-98 | 0.9 g/ml |
Non-volatile content | ASTM D 1259-06 | 100 % |
Flash point | ASTM D 93 | 142°C |
Store Reactive Diluent RD 108 in its original, tightly sealed container, ensuring a dry and warm environment. Following these conditions, the product maintains a minimum storage lifespan of two years from its manufacturing date.
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