Chemical/Physical Properties
Synolite™ 0175-N-1 is a dicyclopentadiene-based unsaturated polyester resin designed specifically for hot-press molding and pultrusion applications. Typical applications for Synolite™ 0175-N-1 include the electrical engineering, construction, and transportation sectors.
Key Characteristics
The key characteristics of Synolite™ 0175-N-1 resin are excellent glass fiber wetting, moderate reactivity, good mechanical properties, and a high HDT. To achieve optimal results
with Synolite™ 0175-N-1, it is essential to select the most suitable curing system and processing temperature for the specific application.
Product Specifications upon Delivery
| Performance Specifications | Range | Unit | Test Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viscosity, 23°C | 330–430 | mPa·s | TM 2013 |
| Solid Content, IR | 64–67 | % | TM 2033 |
| Stability | Greater than 210 | minutes | TM 2300C |
| Appearance | Clear | - | TM 2265 |
| Gel setting time, 82°C | 7.0 – 9.0 | minutes | TM 2253 |
| Curing time | 10.5 – 12.5 | minutes | TM 2253 |
| Peak Temperature | 205–225 | °C | TM 2253 |
conditions for TM 2253: 100 g of resin + 2.0 g of Perkadox CH 50.
Viscosity measurement: Physica MC1+/Z2/100 s⁻¹.
Properties of the liquid resin (typical values)
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Point | 33 | °C | 2800 |
| Stability, no initial value, in the dark, 20°C | 6 | months |
Resin Casting Properties (Typical Values)
| Property | Value | Unit | Test Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 60 MPa | ASTM D638 | |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | 3.7 GPa | ASTM D638 | |
| Elongation at break | 2.5 % | ASTM D638 | |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) | >95 °C | ASTM D648B |
100 °C for 3 hours.
Pre-Use Guidelines
Before use, the resin should be conditioned at a specific temperature appropriate for the application (typically, the minimum curing temperature for MEKP/Co is 15 °C). Stir the product before mixing.