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Key Differences
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| Mixed Viscosity | 430 cps | 1,100 cps |
| Pot Life | 7 minutes | 45 minutes |
| Cure Time | 60 minutes | 16 hours |
| Shore D Hardness | 61 | 75 |
| Color | Translucent White | Clear |
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| Smooth-Cast™ 61D | Tarbender™ | |
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| Mixed Viscosity | 430 cps | 1,100 cps |
| Mix Ratio By Volume | 1A:1B | 2A:1B |
| Mix Ratio By Weight | 100A:93B | 100A:41B |
| Pot Life | 7 minutes | 45 minutes |
| Thin Film Working Time | — | 2 hours |
| Thin Film Recoat Time | — | 6 hours |
| Tack Free Time | — | 8 hours |
| Cure Time | 60 minutes | 16 hours |
| Shore D Hardness | 61 | 75 |
| Specific Gravity | 1.05 g/cc | 1.09 g/cc |
| Specific Volume | 26.4 cu. in./lb. | 25.4 cu. in./lb. |
| Color | Translucent White | Clear |
| Tensile Strength | 2,420 psi | — |
| Elongation @ Break | 100 % | — |
| Shrinkage | 0.012 in. / in. | — |
Product Description
Smooth-Cast™ 61D
The Smooth-Cast™ Semi-Rigid line of low-cost semi-rigid urethane casting resins cure quickly to semi-rigid plastics that offer exceptional strength and impact resistance.
New Formulations – New Look!
Smooth-Cast™ 61D is newly reformulated with a translucent white appearance and improved physical properties. All Smooth-Cast semi rigids are now mercury free and phthalate free. These plastics are easy-to-use (mix ratio is 1A:1B by volume) and have low viscosities for minimal bubble entrapment. Vibrant colors are possible by adding SO-Strong™, UVO™ or Ignite™ colorants.
These semi-rigid plastics are good for making impact resistant prototypes, models, toys, props, climbing holds, etc.
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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.