1 Quart MAX GRE THIXO PART A Resin Component
1 Pint MAX GRE THIXO PART B Curing Agent
48 Fluid Ounce Combined Volume
MAX GRE Restored Steel Gasoline Tank
Video Demonstration Posted Below
Prevents Rust And Oxidation Of Ferrous Tanks
Formulated For Reduced Flow And Drips When Applied Vertically
MAX GRE THIXO A/B to steel, aluminum, fiberglass-reinforced and other substrates used in fuel cells and tanks.
It is also a strong adhesive for bonding and patching metals and FRP fuel tanks.
Induced Corrosion Caused By Etahnol Fuel Blend
This creates high corrosion activity when the ethanol fuel blend comes in contact with metals.
MAX GRE A/B is electrically non-conductive, shielding the metal substrate making the metal less suceptable to coorosion.
MAX GRE A/B also is also acid resistant thus reducing oxidation or rusting of the metal tank.
Both steel(Fe) or aluminum(Al) tanks metal tanks are more susceptable to oxidation or corrosion
The substrate must be well prepared to ensure good adhesion.
Clean and degrease oily residue left by the gasoline or diesel fuel.
Use acetone to degrease the surface before applying the MAX GRE resin system.
The substrate must be dry and free from any contamination to ensure the repair yields a strong bond that will not peel or delaminate.
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Hydrophobic Or Water-Repelling Dynamics In Nature
Use a scale to measure the proper mix ratio accurately, which dramatically affects cured chemical resistance especially when mixing small batch sizes.
The mixed consistency is similar to ketchup and is easily applied using a brush or spatula.
The ideal coating thickness to create a hermetic barrier is 0.015-inch or 15 mils - the thickness of a business card.
MAX GRE THIXO will maintain this applied film thickness on a vertical plain.
For thicker applications, allow the first coat to cure for 5 to 6 hours at 75°F and repeat the application directly on top of the previous application.
Once the desired thickness is achieved, allow the MAX GRE to fully cure 36 to 48 hours at 25°C to 30°C before use.
To use the MAX GRE THIXO as an adhesive, prepare the substrates to its bare condition.
Remove any old coating so the MAX GRE THIXO is directly applied and in full contact with the base substrate.
Ensure bondline area foot-print is relative to the amount of force that is expected.
Mix the proper amount of the resin and curing agent for the application.
Bond line control media such as ‘Potter’s Glass Bead’ is typically mixed with the MAX GRE to meter the ideal bondline thickness of 5 to 7 mils.
Apply the mixed MAX GRE on both substrates to be bonded and assemble.
Apply sufficient clamping force to ensure both substrates are mated.
Allow to fully cure for 36 to 48 hours at 25°C to 30°C before use.
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EPOXY RESIN MIXING TECHNIQUE
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Complete Steel Gas Tank Repair Video
Surface Preparation, Fiberglass Patch Rust-Through Repair, Integral Sealing Of Metal Tank
Compliments Of Jeff @ElderyIron
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MAX GRE A/B | Thin Self-Leveling Consistency | |
MAX GRE THIXO A/B | Thickened Gel-Like Consistency | |
STYLE 7781 5ft x 6ft | Pliable Fiberglass Reinforcing Fabric |
For patching and reinforcing, use silane or volan treated fiberglass fabric for the best resin compatibility and wet-out.
An excellent fiberglass fabric for patching and reinforcing is the Style 7781 eight-harness satin weave.
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Density | 1.10 G/CC |
Form and Color | Clear Liquid |
Viscosity |
2500-3000 cPs @ 25ºC Mixed |
Mix Ratio | 2:1 |
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Working Time |
45 – 50 Minutes @ 25°C |
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Peak Exotherm |
70°C (100 Gram Mass) |
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Thin Film Set Time |
4 to 6 Hours |
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Handle Time |
8 Hours |
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Cure Time |
2 to 7 days @ 25°C |
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Accelerated Cure Time |
8 Hours @ Room Temperature, |
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Hardness |
80 ± 5 Shore D |
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Tee-Peel Strength |
3.4 Lbs. per inch Width |
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Compressive Strength |
8700 psi @ 25°C |
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Tensile Shear Strength Al-to Al |
2,935 psi @ 25°C |
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1,970 psi @ -40°C |
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1250 psi @ 100°C |
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Elongation At Break |
3.0% @ 25°C |
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Flexural Strength |
13,000 psi @ 25°C |
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Flexural Modulus |
344,000 psi @ 25°C |
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Heat Deflection Temp. |
70°C @ 25°C |
Chemical Resistance Test
MAX GRE A/B And MAX GRE THIXO
Continuous Immersion Test In E85 Gasoline And Diesel
HARDNESS AND WEIGHT RETENTION TEST
Testing the Shore Durometer hardness and weight changes determines if the MAX GRE is affected by the gasoline immersion.
- The weights and Durometer Hardness of the specimens were measure before and after the immersion test.
- Changes in weights and Shore hardness were measured.
- A resin system with poor chemicals resistance will cause bloating and softening to occur after fuel immersion.
- The increases in weight indicates digestion or breakdown of its chemical structure.
- The lowered Shore Durometer Hardness indicates poor chemical resistance and leads to loss of its cured mechanical strength properties.
Latest Test Performed On
November 2020
June 2009 | Start Date |
March 2014 | No change in dimension, weight, and hardness |
February 2017 | No change in dimension, weight, and hardness |
November 2019 | No change in dimension, weight, and hardness |
November 2020 | No change in dimension, weight, and hardness |
March 2014
November 2020 Test
Shore Hardness Test Weight 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
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2 Each Graduated Syringes
Wooden Stir Sticks
Chip Brush
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO MEASURE, MIX, DISPENSE & APPLY
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
Chip 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.