MAX CLR THIXO 
FDA Compliant Food Safe Coating
Thickened For Vertical Applications To Minimize Runs And Drips

1/2 Gallon Of Resin
1/4 Gallon (Quart) Of Curing Agent
3/4 Gallon Combined Volume (96 Fluid Ounces)
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MAX CLR THIXO is a thickened version of the MAX CLR resin system (FDA compliant formulation) that provides reduce sagging or flow when applied onto vertical surface.
The mixture is slightly thixotropic (gel-like) that reduces vertical sag or flow, leaving a thicker applied coating.

The primary purpose of the MAX CLR THIXO resin system is to create a sanitizable coating that demonstrates low extractable of its chemical constituents during direct food contact. Equally, the objective goal of the cured coating is to create a durable barrier when applied onto a porous substrate (such as wood) that prevents absorption of fluids or organic compounds that allows bacterial colonization or microbial growth to occur.

All components used to formulate the MAX CLR THIXO  resin system are in compliance with; 
Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Part 175 
for resinous coatings/adhesive subject to direct and indirect food contact.

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR FOOD CONTACT APPLICATIONS
For food contact applications, MAX CLR THIXO must be fully cured to ensure no chemical leaching can occur when foodstuffs' come in contact with the cured resin system.
Any uncured chemical compounds caused by improper preparation, application, and cure may be extracted and cause cross-contamination or leaching during food contact.
Please review the following and to avoid any curing problems.

For Coatings Applications https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=175.300

For Adhesives Application https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=175.105

Apply Epoxy Resin On Vertical Surfaces W/ Less Drips & Runs. MAX CLR THIXO Thickened Food Safe Resin - YouTube

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PRACTICAL GUIDE ON HOW TO USE THIS RESIN SYSTEM
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Review All Published Data Regarding This Product.
Proper Usage Data And Other Detailed Information Are Posted At This Page.
Mix the Resin And Curing Agent Only After The Surface Is Prepared For Application.

 SURFACE PREPARATION
The quality of adhesion of any coating or adhesive application is dependent on how well the surface is prepared.
The resin system must be able to properly 'wet-out' the surface to form a continuous film.
Surfaces demonstrating poor wettability prevents the liquid resin from forming a cohesive bond.
Improper surface wetting yields poor adhesion and will delaminate during use.
Wetting is the ability of a liquid to interfaces or wet-out a solid surface; its dynamics is expressed as surface tension.
A surface that demonstrates low surface tension, such as waxed surface, oily surface or slick plastics like Teflon,
 will prevent the liquid resin to wet-out and cause poor adhesion.

In the same respect, if the surface is coated from a previous application, the epoxy adhesion is limited to adhesion quality of the primary coating is applied over.
Make sure to remove any loose or peeling old coating before application to avoid delamination or loss of adhesion.
If possible remove the old coating by mechanical sanding or power washing so the applied epoxy is in direct contact with the base substrate.
Applying a coating over oil-based stain should be avoided.

Poor Wetting Of The Resin (Crawling) Due To Oil-based Stain Applied On Wood
View The Video To Test The Surface For Wettability

Why Epoxy Coatings Bead-up. Testing & Preparing Surface Before Applying Epoxy Coating Or Adhesive. - YouTube

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Surface crawling can also occur on unprepared metal, plastic, glass, and concrete surfaces.
Other poor coating performance can also be caused by poor surface preparation.

The Following Surface Preparation Procedures Are Recommended.

METALS AND CONCRETE

Degrease Metals– Wipe surface with a lint-free rag dampened with Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) or acetone to remove all oil, dirt, and grease.

Degrease Concrete- Use 2 cups of TSP (trisodium phosphate) detergent per 5 gallons of hot water and scrub with a stiff deck brush. Rinse with water and allow to dry.

Etch Metals – For optimum results, metal parts should be immersed in a chromic acid bath solution consisting of:

Sodium Dichromate

4 Parts By Weight

Sulfuric Acid

10 Parts By Weight

Water

30 Parts By Weight

The solution is held at 160°F (71°C), and the parts left immersed for 5 to 7 minutes. Rinse – remove metal parts from etching bath and rinse with clean water. (distilled water is recommended).

Etch Concrete- Use commercially sold concrete etching solution (hydrochloric acid based works best). Neutralized per instructions, rinse and allow to dry thoroughly.

ALTERNATE PROCEDURE 
Degrease, scour and dry – Often etching as outlined above is not practical. The metal surfaces may be cleaned by degreasing as noted above, scouring with an alkaline cleanser followed by rinsing and drying.

Degrease and dry – Degrease the surface as noted above, sand or sandblast the surface lightly but thoroughly. Rinse with acetone or Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), and dry.

WOOD PLASTIC & GLASS

Degrease –  Dampen lint-free t-shirt rag acetone, and wipe the entire surface. Wipe towards one direction and fold rag to minimize spreading of contamination.

Etch – For optimum results, degreasing can be followed by the chromic acid bath outlined above.

 WOOD

Sand – Bonding surfaces should be sanded lightly, but thoroughly to remove all external contamination.

Clean – Carefully remove all dust, or particles of wood from sanded areas. A stiff and clean brush or compressed air can be used.
Dampen lint-free t-shirt rag acetone, and wipe the entire surface. Wipe towards one direction and fold rag to minimize spreading of contamination.

PLASTIC

Clean – Remove all dirt, oil, or other surfaces contaminated with detergent soap or degreasing solvent and water, followed by thorough rinsing and drying. A solvent that does not have a detrimental effect may also be used.

Sand – Surfaces to be bonded should be sanded lightly, but thoroughly to remove surface sheen.

Clean – Carefully remove all dust or particles of plastic from the sanded area. A clean brush, lint-free cloth, or compressed air may be used.

PROPER MIXING TECHNIQUE

How To Mix Epoxy Resin For Food Contact Coating. Avoid Tacky Spots, Minimize Air Bubble When Mixing - YouTube

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MAX CLR THIXO APPLICATION ON DRINK TUMBLER


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Wooden Bowl Roto-Coating With MAX CLR A/B

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PROPER CURING

To achieve the best cure results, the ambient condition should be between 75°F to 85°F and the relative humidity is below 57%.
The colder the temperature the longer takes to fully cure.
Use an infrared lamp to warm the ambient temperature. Infrared lamps also work well for warming large work areas.
Post Curing at 150°F for 2 hours will accelerate full curing. Use radiant heat from an IR lamp or a processing oven if available.

Rinse the surface with warm water and mild detergent before use.



DEGLOSSING

Once the MAX CLR THIXO fully cures, deglossing the surface to create a satin finish can be easily done using an abrasive pad.

In this demonstration, a SCOTCHBRITE pad was used to de-gloss the surface.

Note the dramatic decrease in gloss after a light polishing with the abrasive pad. 

Very-fine sandpaper (wet-sanding) also works well.


PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Viscosity

Density
Form and Color

1,200 - 2000 cPs @ 25°C Mixed- Slightly Thixotropic
1.10 g/cc
Transparent Clear Upon Cure

Mix Ratio

100 Parts Resin: 50 Parts Curing Agent
By Weight or by Volume
2:1 (Part A to Part B)

Working Time

45 Minutes @ 25°C (100-gram mass)

Peak Exotherm

70°C (158°F, 100-gram mass)

Handle Time
Full Cure Time

5.5 Hours
36 Hours minimum @ 25°C (75°F)

Hardness

72± 5 Shore

Tee-Peel Strength

5.7 Lbs per inch Width

Tensile Shear Strength

1,300 psi @ 25°C (77°F)

 

800 psi @ -80°C (-112°F)

 

550 psi @ 100°C (212°F)

Elongation

9.0% @ 25°C (77°F)

Compressive Strength

2,200 psi @ 25°C (77°F)

Heat Distortion Temp

80°C (176°F)

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE PERFORMANCE
FULL IMMERSION at 75°F
MEASURED PERCENT CHANGE IN WEIGHT

Specimen Cure - 7 days @ 25ºC plus 1 hours at 220°F
Specimen Size - 1 Cubic Inch
Percent Change In Weight

REAGENT

3 days

28 days

Deionized Water

0.29%

0.30%

Sea Water

0.11%

0.38%

100% Methanol

7.93% Destroyed

-2.41% Destroyed

80% Ethanol

3.98%

4.28%

Toluene

0.40%

2.86%

Xylene

0.14%

0.25%

Butyl Cellosolve

6.63%

5.31%

MEK

2.7%

Destroyed

10% Lactic Acid

0.11%

0.42%

10% Acetic Acid

0.11%

0.45%

70% Sulfuric Acid

0.08%

0.14%

50% Sodium Hydroxide

0.1%

0.1%

30% Sodium Hypochlorite

0.51%

1.36%

HOT WATER IMMERSION TEST WOOD COATED MUG

MAX CLR A/B HOT WATER IMMERSION TEST

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 Proportioning the correct amount is equally as important to attain the intended cured properties of the resin system. The container in which the epoxy and curing agent is mixed is an important consideration when mixing an epoxy resin system. The container must withstand the tenacity of the chemical and must be free of contamination. Most epoxy curing agent has a degree of corrosivity, as a general practice, protective gloves should be worn when handling chemicals of the same nature.

MIXING KIT CONTENTS 

1 Each Digital Scale -Durable, Accurate Up To 2000.0 Grams   

4 Each 32-ounce (1 Quart) Clear HDPE Plastic Mix Cups

4 Each 16-ounce (1 Pint) Clear HDPE Plastic Mix Cups

One Size Fits All Powder-Free Latex Gloves 

2 Each Graduated Syringes

Wooden Stir Sticks

Assorted Size Foam Brush 

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Your purchase constitutes the acceptance of this disclaimer. Please review before purchasing this product. The user should thoroughly test any proposed use of this product and independently conclude the 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.

The information contained herein is based on data believed to be accurate at the time of publication. Data and parameters cited have been obtained through published information, PolymerProducts and  Polymer Composites Inc. laboratories using materials under controlled conditions. Data of this type should not be used for a specification for fabrication and design. It is the user's responsibility to determine this Composites fitness for use.

There is no warranty of merchantability for 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. PolymerProducts and its direct representative will not be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind. Determination of the suitability of any kind of information or product for the use contemplated by the user, the manner of that use and whether there is any infringement of patents is the sole liability of the user.