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We offer epoxy resin systems for producing Type III and Type IV CNG or LNG (compressed or liquid natural gas) tanks with excellent strength and chemical resistance. Our products support both pultrusion and filament winding.
Fuel System Parts
EPIKOTETM Resin Systems | Suitability | Curing Conditions | |||||
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Mass Production | Class A Finish | Time[min] | Temp[oC] | Glass Transition Temp [°C] (DSC Midpoint) | Process | Typical Applications | |
EP 04976 EK 04976 EK CATALYST 04976 | N.A. | 120 min + 180 min | 80oC-140oC | 130oC-140oC | Filament Winding Pultrusion | LNG / CNG tanks approved for Type III and suitable for Type IV | |
Remarks:Portlife of >20 hours AT 20oC. | |||||||
EP L 1100 EK 943 | N.A. | 45 min | 80oC | 120oC-130oC | Filament Winding | LNG / CNG tanks approved for Type IV | |
Remarks: Potlife of ~2h at 25oC. Excellent mechanical performance. | |||||||
EP L 1100 EK 161 | N.A. | 240 min + 180 min | 80oC+20o | 120oC-130oC | Filament Winding | LNG / CNG tanks approved for Type III and Type IV | |
Remarks: Potlife of 90 min at RT |