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Key Differences
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| Mixed Viscosity | 12,000 cps | 1,100 cps |
| Mix Ratio By Volume | N/A (gram scale required) | 2A:1B |
| Pot Life | 4 hours | 45 minutes |
| Shore D Hardness | 90 | 75 |
| Specific Volume | 16.5 cu. in./lb. | 25.4 cu. in./lb. |
| Color | Grey | Clear |
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| EpoxAcast™ 655 + HT Hardener | Tarbender™ | |
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| Product Type |
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| Mixed Viscosity | 12,000 cps | 1,100 cps |
| Mix Ratio By Volume | — | 2A:1B |
| Mix Ratio By Weight | 100A:8B | 100A:41B |
| Pot Life | 4 hours | 45 minutes |
| Thin Film Working Time | — | 2 hours |
| Thin Film Recoat Time | — | 6 hours |
| Tack Free Time | — | 8 hours |
| Cure Time | Twenty Four Hours Followed By Post Cures | 16 hours |
| Shore D Hardness | 90 | 75 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.64 g/cc | 1.09 g/cc |
| Specific Volume | 16.5 cu. in./lb. | 25.4 cu. in./lb. |
| Color | Grey | Clear |
| Tensile Modulus | 7,200,000 psi | — |
| Ultimate Tensile | 6,000 psi | — |
| Tensile Elongation | 0.50 % | — |
| Compressive Strength | 15,700 psi | — |
| Compressive Modulus | 270,000 psi | — |
| Shrinkage | 0.001 in. / in. | — |
| Heat Deflection Temp | 225 °F | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.675 W/M*K | — |
Product Description
EpoxAcast™ 655 + HT Hardener
EpoxAcast™ 655 (formerly Metalset™ A-30) is a versatile aluminum filled castable epoxy resin that is very hard and strong. It is dimensionally stable, even when mass cast up to 512 in³ / 8,390 cm³. Maximum heat resistance is achieved using HT HIGH TEMP hardener (up to 225°F/108°C).
Tarbender™
Tarbender™ is a clear liquid epoxy that can be poured or brushed over a variety of surfaces to provide a strong, high gloss coating. Parts A and B mix together and flow easily. Tarbender™ epoxy cures at room temperature and offers high impact resistance. It can be applied over wood, plaster, concrete, foam, fabrics, paper, etc. can be used to encapsulate 2-D or 3-D objects. Tarbender™ is certified “aquarium safe” and used by aquariums to create hyperrealistic coral and other aquarium displays. It is also used by zoos around the world as a coating for themed elements and displays.