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Cycloaliphatic Epoxy
Epoxy Resin and Epoxy Cure
Cycloaliphatic Epoxies are known for their:
* improved 'weatherability'
* water/moisture tolerance
* resistance to blushing and water spotting
* better chemical resistance.
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Cycloaliphatic Epoxies - NOT for epoxy floors
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Benefits of Cyclo-aliphatic
Epoxies:
Cycloaliphatics are known for their:
* improved 'weatherability' -sometimes used on
pebble stone decks
* water/moisture tolerance
* resistance to blushing and water spotting
* better chemical resistance.
The ring structure (the 'cyclo' part) also provides (in many cases) a bit more
structural 'stretch' than the traditional straight chain curing agent. This provides for better 'impact' resistance
(note: 'hard' epoxies, on the other hand, offer better abrasion resistance).
The benefits and higher quality of cycloaliphatic epoxies becomes more obvious if you perform an Internet search
for "cycloaliphatic epoxy". You'll find nearly all the search results refer to cycloaliphatic epoxy electrical
insulators in comparison to traditional ceramic glass insulation. You'll find, after a bit of reading, that the
insulator industry likes the long lasting, weatherability of cycloaliphatic epoxy insulators and think them suitable
for long term outdoor exposure. There is no mention of non-cycloaliphatic epoxies.
In the 50 or so years that epoxies have been in existence, one of the technological advances was the introduction
of cycloaliphatic curing agents ten or twenty years ago. For many years it was the 'secret weapon' of epoxy formulators.
The addition of cycloaliphatic curatives in the Part B (hardener or curing agent) of epoxy resin systems greatly
improves the epoxy. Usually the Part B is a blend of curing agents selected due to properties and/or price. Generally,
cycloaliphatic curing agents (and their are several) are more expensive than the regular/standard curing agents
(by 25 - 40% or so).
Cycloaliphatic Epoxy Chemistry
Cycloaliphatic chemistry explained by "The Chemist"
- the hands-down expert on epoxies - in a 2/18/03 post on the Wooden Boat Forum --
"The cycloaliphatic structure refers to a six-member carbon-atom ring in the backbone of the curing agent
instead of carbon-carbon linkages between amines in some other curing agents such as
xxxxxxxx. The cycloaliphatic
curing agents have the amine groups connected to the rings. Both use Diglycidyl ether of Bisphenol-A as the major
component of the epoxide curing agent, and both contain benzyl alcohol, a volatile plasticizer which acts as a
molecular lubricant and facilitates curing [although systems with cycloaliphatic curing agents contain much more,
typically 20-30%, as they simply do not cure more than about half-way at room temperature without it.]
While the cycloaliphatic ring is resistant somewhat to UV degradation, more that the carbon-carbon linkages between
amines in some other types of curing agents, both contain the aromatic ring structure of diglycidyl ether of Bisphenol-A,
which breaks down fairly readily on UV exposure, and both contain amines; these give both molecular breakdown and
yellowing all by themselves.
None of these structures should be considered UV-stable, even though the cycloaliphatic structures are better than
the aliphatic amine-structures in that regard."
The conclusion is that the most or all of the top grade, exterior quality, high performance epoxies use a Part
B curing agent blend consisting partially of cycloaliphatics. Thus, checking the MSDS of the Part B side of an
epoxy product for mention of cycloaliphatics is a good way to judge the quality and performance of the epoxy.
Cycloaliphatic Epoxies Explained on the Web
source:
https://www.vanguardconcretecoating.com/types-of-epoxy-resins.htm
Cycloaliphatic curing agents
generally provide better water/moisture resistance, weatherability, low
blush and water spotting, and better chemical resistance.
The ring structure (the 'cyclo' part) also provides (in many
cases) a bit more structural 'stretch' than the traditional straight chain
curing agent. This provides for better 'impact' resistance (note: 'hard'
epoxies, on the other hand, offer better abrasion resistance).
Most or all of the top grade, exterior quality, high
performance epoxies use a Part B curing agent blend consisting partially of
cycloaliphatics.
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Cycloaliphatics epoxy systems generally cost about 25% more than ordinary
epoxies. In many applications they are not necessary. But they certainly are
for clear table tops and bar tops. SEE BELOW
Cycloaliphatic Epoxies - A must have in table and bar top applications
IF YOU
DON'T USE CYCLOALIPHATIC BASED BIO CLEAR 810 ON YOUR POURED BAR
TOP - TABLE TOP YOU'LL REGRET IT
BIG TIME. HERE'S WHY....
A commercial epoxy pour contractor recently used our Bio Clear
810 to replace a badly yellowed epoxy poured covered logo on the
INSIDE floor of regional airport terminal with our 'almost
no yellowing' Bio Clear 810 (cyclo-aliphatic epoxies to the
rescue!)
This is a good example
of why you want to use only a cyclo-aliphatic epoxy for your bar
top. The other clear epoxies sold for table tops suffer from bad
(excessive?) yellowing (and I bet they don't even mention it on
their web sites).
Don't be like the
first contractor that just poured some cheap clear epoxy over
the airport logo and thought they did a good job. It looked fine
to start with and the contractor made a few extra dollars using
generic clear epoxy. Too bad. The airport was lucky they could
redo their badly damaged cheap epoxy mistake. Most folks cannot
redo their special poured epoxy table top.
NOTE: Because of
the yellowing, it is generally not a good idea to have a poured epoxy
table / bar outside in the sun, but if you do - use our cycloaliphatic epoxy and
keep it covered when not in use.
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A commercial epoxy pour
contractor recently used our Bio Clear 810 to replace a badly yellowed epoxy
covered logo in the INSIDE floor of regional airport terminal with our 'almost no
yellowing' Bio Clear 810 (cyclo-aliphatic epoxies to the rescue!) This is a good example
of why you want to use only a cyclo-aliphatic epoxy for your bar
top. The other clear epoxies sold for table tops suffer from bad
(excessive?) yellowing (and I bet they don't even mention it on
their web sites).
Because of the yellowing, it is generally not a good idea to have a
poured epoxy
table / bar outside in the sun, but if you do - use our cycloaliphatic epoxy
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Cycloaliphatic Epoxies - Not needed in floor epoxies
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Why You Don't Want, Or Need, A Cycloaliphatic Epoxy Floor Paint
There are probably dozens of companies (of dubious
quality) selling epoxy floor paints over the Internet. Only one of them that I
know of promotes a cycloaliphatic epoxy floor paint. Why only one? If it was
such an advantage, other epoxy floor vendors would also offer cycloaliphatic
epoxy floor paint. The answer is that at best it is a useless option, at worst, it is a scam.
What are Cycloaliphatic epoxies? Two
part cycloaliphatic epoxies use a special cycloaliphatic curing
agent or hardener with the standard epoxy (part A) resin. This
curing agent (most part B curing agents are actually a blend of
different curing agents) improves some of the ordinary epoxy
properties. These include outdoor weatherability, better
chemical resistance (ordinary epoxies already have outstanding
chemical resistance), and better moisture tolerance during
application.
Note: cycloaliphatic epoxies are good
for things like table top and bar top epoxies and are also used modern telephone
pole wire insulators.
None of the benefits/gains associated
with cycloaliphatic epoxies are needed in a floor epoxy paint.
Simply put, it is unnecessary overkill. And the downside
is that it increases the cost by about 20%. If the price of
company's cycloaliphatic epoxy paint is NOT 20% more expensive
than its competitor's non cycloaliphatic epoxy it suggests three
things: 1) the company doesn't want to make a profit and stay in
business, 2) they are cutting costs in some other way or using
cheaper quality resins, pigments etc. (generally not a
good thing), or 3) they are only adding a very tiny amount
of cycloaliphatic curing agents into their part B blend of
curing agents - just enough to claim cycloaliphatic status (sort
of unethical).
So why would a company claim the
cycloaliphatic floor epoxy paint niche? I can think of only two
reasons. 1) trying to impress unsuspecting customers, or
2) the company doesn't have anyone on staff that is really an
epoxy expert and coatings professional.
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Cycloaliphatic Epoxies offered
by
Progressive Epoxy Polymers Inc:
Premium No Blush -- Bio Clear
810 -- Corro Coat FC 2100A -- Wet Dry 700 -- ESP 155 -- Water Gard 300
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Premium No Blush (tm)
- top of the line marine epoxy (non hazmat to ship - can be air shipped worldwide -
and cycloaliphatic
besides!)
find in catalog
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Why
Premium
No
Blush
epoxy
is
the
BEST
in
its
class:
1)
Can
be
shipped
by
air
2)
cycloaliphatic
epoxy
system
3)
formulated
with
no
nonyl-phenol
for
more
perfect
finish
4)
amber
curing
agent
brings
out
the
wood
color
5)
strong
user
support
/
feedback
6)
24/7
support
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COMMON APPLICATIONS: high end marine epoxy resin, table tops
Bio Clear 810 (tm)
- top selling professional
bar and table top epoxy (requires 1/4 inch pours into a 'pan' setting)
Professional bars done with Bio Clear 810
the ONLY cycloaliphatic system and no nonyl phenol
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Corro Coat FC 2100A (tm)
- kelvar (tm) ceramic reinforced epoxy paint that can be applied to wet or damp
surfaces - learn more
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Why
Corro
Coat
FC
2100A
epoxy
is
the
BEST
in
its
class:
1)
Gap
filling Kevar
(tm)
based
epoxy
paint
2)
can
be
applied
underwater
3)
special
high
end
curing
agents
allow
shipping
by
air
4)
no
nonyl
phenol
5)
cycloaliphatic
formulation
6)
no
odor
or
solvents
7)
strong
user
support
/
feedback
8)
24/7
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COMMON APPLICATIONS: marine barrier coat, leak repair in tanks pits and
basements, gap filling paint on rough pitted surfaces, underwater application on
pilings, sheet piling
Wet Dry 700 (tm)
- kelvar (tm) ceramic reinforced epoxy paste or gel (about as thick as cake
icing or joint compound. Can be applied to wet or damp
surfaces - See in our
Favorites Site
Jeff (1/2013) "I cannot believe how incredible this Wet Dry 700 is. It's
revolutionary. The original repair to my storm shelter would have lasted years
if the shelter would just stop shifting around in the ground. DON'T STOP SELLING
THIS STUFF."
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Why
Wet
Dry
700
epoxy
is
the
BEST
in
its
class:
1)
An
apply
underwater
superior
resin
system
2)
cycloaliphatic
epoxy
system
3)
Kevlar
(tm)
reinforced
epoxy
4)
not
too
thick,
not
too
thin,
patch
and
repair
gel
(like
cake
icing)
5)
strong
user
support
/
feedback
6)
24/7
support
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COMMON APPLICATIONS: Patching holes voids and leaks, underwater repairs
(pools, boats, tanks), rot repair, gluing, pipe wraps, vertical/overhead
fiberglass repairs, marine blister repair
ESP 155 (tm)
- solvent based epoxy sealer and primer often used on fiberglass, wood, concrete
and under other epoxy coatings -
See in our Favorites
Site
"I bought some ESP 155 as a prime coat and used your
India Marine Spar Varnish
on top - unbelievably good! Forty year old mahogany seats in my dingy look as
good as the brand new gunwales." John 1/15
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Why
ESP
155
epoxy
sealer
and
primer
is
the
BEST
in
its
class:
1)
Uses
superior
CYCLOALIPHATIC
curing
agents
and
epoxy
ADDUCT
formulation
2)
solvent
based
for
better
penetration
3)
moisture
tolerant,
very
low
viscosity
4)
strong
user
support
/
feedback
5)
24/7
support
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COMMON APPLICATIONS: concrete wood and fiberglass sealer and bond enhancer,
base coat under varnish and 2 part poly coatings, base coat and sealer on wood
and old fiberglass boat hulls
Water Gard 300 (tm)
- light blue or white epoxy paint often used as a marine barrier coat and for
apply underwater swimming pool repairs (sump, water treatment facilities,
manholes in industrial settings) -
learn more
"Just wanted to let you know that the white Water Gard 300 epoxy I purchased
to repair my fiberglass swimming pool underwater worked great!!!! Did test spots
on shallow area and steps, and It looks like it did 31 years ago. Going to
tackle the deep area next. Thank You So Much!! I will share with others!" -----
Helen from LA.
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Why
Water
Gard
300
epoxy
is
the
BEST
in
its
class:
1)
Performance
boosted
epoxy
ADDUCT
2)
can
be
applied
underwater
3)
cycloaliphatic
formulation
4)
not
too
thick,
not
too
thin,
1
coat
epoxy
paint
5)
special
high
end
curing
agents
allow
shipping
by
air
6)
strong
user
support
/
feedback
7)
24/7
support
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COMMON APPLICATIONS: marine barrier coat, underwater swimming pool repair,
commercial grade blue/white epoxy paint, fish tanks, pits, manholes, water
treatment facilities
Now that you have learned about cycloaliphatic epoxies
learn about epoxy adducts, and nonyl-phenol.
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The
Benefits of Solvent Free Epoxies
(zero VOC - 100% solids)
(Same for epoxy paints and epoxy floor paints - see
differences between)
* A smooth non-porous,
cleanable with strong cleaners surface (thus antimicrobial - mold
and mildew resistant) and great for children's play rooms,
bathrooms, showers etc.). Thus common in garage, shops, labs,
trailers, etc.
* Solvent free epoxies
little or no odor and no solvents to fill the air (great news for
allergy and asthma prone during application)
* Wet thickness equals dry
thickness (and it is a thick coating to start with) - so equal in
thickness to many coats of 'regular' paint.
* Thick and self leveling
it fills and hides small chips, depressions, cracks etc. Fill them
during application and they will not reappear when the epoxy cures.
DISADVANTAGES
- all solvent free epoxies
yellow, especially in sunlight --- they will scratch --- they
have a surface bond only so they needs a top notch bonding surface
to adhere to --- there are
MOISTURE
DURING CURE issues -- solvent free epoxies have a short pot life
(working time during application) - air escaping from concrete can
form bubbles in the thick solvent free epoxy (there are ways around
this, but you need to be told of this possible issue).
CONSUMER WARNINGS
- *** Some questionable epoxy vendors like to imply that only their
solvent free epoxy has these benefits, which is not true. *** Some
questionable epoxy vendors will compare their solvent free epoxy to
other vendor's water based epoxies and solvent based epoxies. These
are unfair comparisons designed to make their products look
'superior.'*** Some questionable vendors will deny their epoxy
yellows (water based epoxies have limited yellowing - dark colors
don't show yellowing). *** Some vendors will promote 'special
epoxies (novolac, cycloaliphatic, flake filled, coal tar, etc.)
when they are not necessary for your intended application. *** Some
questionable epoxy vendors will 'forget to mention' the potential
disadvantages and problems listed above. *** No epoxy vendor
can know the condition and suitability of your surface for an epoxy
coating, nor can they oversee your surface preparation, and
weather/environmental conditions during your DIY epoxy application.
So all vendor Warranty documents have a built in escape
mechanism and are presented only as marketing tools to get your
business. All that an epoxy vendor can actually warranty is that
when mixed correctly the product will harden and have the physical
properties described in the product data sheet. An honest epoxy
vendor will tell you this up-front.
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www.epoxyproducts.com
cycloaliphatic epoxy explained
Cycloaliphatic Epoxies - NOT for epoxy floors
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