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Curing Epoxy

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By Alexandre - 11/2/2017 1:21:33 PM

Hi,

I have a question regarding curing epoxy to get the best results. The project is a hand layup of fiberglass 3 oz and I'm working with a room temperature curing epoxy with the following properties:
- Gel Time (@ 21C) 38 min
- Demold Time 24hr
- Deflection temp 53 C
- full cure at room temperature 7 days

I'm a lite confused about what is considered the
"
curing'' and 
"post-cure" period, when and how much heat to apply (and for how long).


Thanks

Alexandre
By Alexandre - 11/7/2017 1:15:53 PM

I've gotten word from the manufacturer and indeed the epoxy is not designed for high temperature applications.
Hence, they don't suggest any curing schedule.