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HexPly® M10R

HexPly® M10R
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120 C curing epoxy matrix Product Data Description ® HexPly M10R is a formulated epoxy resin which is suitable for low pressure moulding processes. ® HexPly M10R is very versatile and allows a range of processing temperature from 85°C up to 150°C. HexPly M10R can be used for very large industrial components subjected to several environmental conditions and exhibits a very long shelf life at room temperature. ® HexPly M10R is used extensively for structural marine applications, recreational markets and a wide variety of industrial applications. ® HexPly M10R fulfils REACH compliance. Benefits and Features ■ Versatile cure cycles 85 - 150°C ■ Good tack life (up to 60 days) ■ High flow matrix ■ Good surface finish (using pressure) ■ Translucent resin after curing ■ Suitable for thick laminates ■ Available on large reinforcements range ■ Adapted to low pressure processing: suitable for a range of pressure 0.9 – 5 bar Resin Matrix Properties ■ Glass transition temperature* (TG onset) : 120°C * DMA Onset Tg after nominal cure cycle (60min at 120°C, at 5 bar pressure and -0.95 bar vacuum)

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Product Data The nominal cure cycle for HexPly M10R is 60min at 120°C, heat up rate 3°C/min, 5 bar pressure and -0.95 bar vacuum. Time (minutes) Temperature (°C) HexPly M10R is a flexible curing system and can be cured at temperatures from 85 to 150°C, at pressure between 0.9 to 5 bar. Heat up rate can be also adapted (from 0.5 up to 10°C/min) depending the part design. Cure Temperature Time Curing Conditions What is the best cure cycle for vacuum process components? To ensure a minimum void content in the component, it is recommended to incorporate an intermediate dwell and a controlled...

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Product Data Prepreg Physical Properties (Examples only. For the wider prepreg range contact Hexcel) Product Designation Fibre Weave Mass Nominal Cured Ply Thickness Nominal Fibre Volume Nominal Laminate Density Cured Prepreg Mechanical Properties (Examples only. For the wider prepreg range contact Hexcel) Mechanical properties are based on 120°C cure for 60 minutes at 5 bar pressure and 0.9 bar vacuum. Data is the result from several tests on autoclave cured laminates. Some of the values achieved will have been higher, and some lower than the figure quoted. These are nominal values. Test...

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Product Data Prepreg Storage Life Shelf Life¹: 18 months at -18°C/0°F or at 5°C/41°F (from date of manufacture). ¹ Shelf Life: The maximum storage life for HexPly® prepreg, when stored continuously, in a sealed moisture-proof bag, at -18°C/0°F or 5°C/41°F. To accurately establish the exact expiry date, consult the box label. 2 Out Life : 60 days at room temperature (25°C max). 2 The maximum accumulated time allowed at room temperature between removal from the freezer and cure. Tack Life³: between 45 and 60 days (depending of the reinforcements) at room temperature (25°C max). ³ Tack Life:...

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