Polymer Composites Incorporated

1871 South Lake Place Ontario California 91761

Tel. (909) 673 –1625 Fax (909) 673 1625
www.polymercompositesinc.com
Technical Data Sheet
MAX 5MIN A/B
Epoxy Resin System
MAX 5MIN A/B is a two part toughened epoxy/polymercaptan resin system that
provides fast set up time suitable for bonding, general assembly and
construction. It is a high performance equivalent to the common 5 minute epoxy
resins that is typically supplied in dual-syringe packaging but formulated to
provide higher tensile shear and peel strength.
MAX 5MIN A/B offers higher peel strength than the conventional 5- minute
systems which makes it suitable for a wider selection of bondable substrates.

MAX 5MIN A/B is mixed equal parts by volume or weight. MAX 5MIN A/B has a
fast set up time even in thin film applications making it an excellent choice for
fast filed repairs for fast development of mechanical properties and handling
strengths.

Pre-Mix and Mixing Notes

Prepare all needed materials before mixing the resin and curing agent together. Pour the
desired amount of resin then the curing agent in a clean container and gently mix with a
spatula or mixing blade until uniform blend is achieved. Scrape the sides and bottom of the
container to insure a thorough mix. Apply the mixed resin directly unto the prepare surface
and allow to cure Bonded items can be handled within 10 minutes and will be fully cured after
24 to 36 hours of room temperature curing (25. The mixed resin will set-up to a hard polymer
in less than 2 hours and can be handled in 3 to 4 hours.

Shorter working times may be experienced when mixing the

material above 80oF.
DO NOT MIX IN A LARGE VOLUME (Greater than 8 Ounces) AND ALLOW IT TO SIT IN
A CONFINED MASS. THE MIXED MATERIAL WILL GENERATE HIGH EXOTHERMIC
TEMPERATURES IN EXCESS OF 300OF AND WILL CAUSE FUMES AND MAY CAUSE
SEVER BURNS. DOUSE THE CONTAINER WITH WATER IF UNCONTROLABLE
REACTION OCCURS.

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Technical Data Sheet

MAX 5 MINUTE A/B
Physical Curing Data
Working Time 100 gram mass 4 minutes
Peak Exotherm 2 ounces in 6 ounce wide mouth container 267F
Set to Dry Touch 0.015 Thick Film 6 minutes
Time

Green Strength/ Support 1000 gram mass 3 point beam overlap 20 minutes
Handle Time bond
(1inch x 4 inch bond surface area)
0.015 inch @ 25°C 1 hour 2B
24 hours 4H
48 hours 5H

Shore Durometer
Hardness
Shore A Scale 5 minutes 18
Shore A Scale 15 minutes 22
Shore A Scale 30 minutes 66
Shore A Scale 60 minutes 93
Shore A Scale 8 hours 45
Shore D Scale @ 12 hours 69
25°C
Shore D Scale @ 24 hours 74
25°C
Shore D Scale @ 48 hours 78
25°C

Test setup for

SHORE TYPE A & D
Applied mass Resulting force
Durometer Indenting foot
[kg] [N]
Hardened steel rod 1.1 mm - 1.4 mm
Type A diameter, with a truncated 35º cone, 0.79 0.822 8.064
mm diameter
Hardened steel rod 1.1 mm - 1.4 mm
Type D diameter, with a 30º conical point, 0.1 mm 4.550 44.64
radius tip

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Mechanical Properties Cured Data

Pencil Hardness 0.100 Inch Film Thickness Result
ASTM D3363 - 05 Test Temperature@ 25°C

After 1 hour 2B
After 24 hours 4H
Cured Film Color 0.010 Inch Film Thickness Transparent
Amber Tint
Tensile Shear Strength Etched Aluminum 6064 T3
ASTM D 1002
After 24 hours Cure @ 25°C 1618 psi @ 25°C
After 36 hours Cure @ 25°C 1890 psi @ 25°C
After 48 hours Cure @ 25°C 2091 psi @ 25°C
Elongation at Break After 48 hours Cure @ 25°C 3.8%

9H 8H 7H 6H 5H 4H 3H 2H H F HB B 2B 3B 4B 5B 6B 7B 8B 9B
Hardest → Medium → Softest

PACKAGING AND STORAGE

MAX 5MIN A/B is available in special kit sizes, 5 gallon and 55 gallon Kits. Use size kits and special packaging requests are also available.
The use power mixing equipment is recommended to achieve uniform dispersion of filler.
MAX 5MIN A/B should be stored in a cool dry place. DO NOT store above 30ºC for prolonged period. MAX 5MIN A/B has a 12-month shelf
from the date of shipment when store properly.

SAFETY NOTE
This product is for industrial use only. Please review all precautions before using this product. As with all products of the same nature, avoid
prolonged inhalation and repeated skin contact. Always wear safety goggles and impervious rubber gloves when handling this material.
Large mass curing of this product is not recommended for it may produce noxious fumes.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
The information contained herein is based on data believed to be accurate at the time of publication. Data and parameters cited have been
obtained by PCI using materials under controlled conditions. Data of this type should not be used for specification for fabrication and design.
It is the user’s responsibility to determine this products fitness for use.
PCI warrants only that this product will only meet the cited parameters within the established conditions. There is no warranty of
merchantability, fitness of use, nor any other express implied warranty. The user’s exclusive remedy and the manufacturer’s liability are
limited to refund of the purchase price or replacement of the product within the agreed warranty period.

Polymer Composites, Inc. will not be liable for incidental or

consequential damages of any kind.
The user should thoroughly test any proposed use of this product and independently conclude satisfactory performance in the application.
Likewise, if the manner in which this product is used requires government approval or clearance, the user must obtain said approval.

Determination of the suitability of any kind of information or product for the use contemplated by the user, the manner of use and whether
there is any infringement of patent is the sole liability of the user.

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