June, 2015 Flame-Retardant Polyester Resins Supersedes: December 2005 DESCRIPTION are low-viscosity, high-solids, general pupose flame-retardant polyester resins. These extensivelytested resins provide smooth surfaces, excellent fiberglass wet-out, and positive curing performance. are ideal for a variety of general purpose flame-retardant FRP applications. In addition, incorporation of aluminum trihydrate allows DION FR 7704 resins to meet stringent smoke emission and smoke toxicity specifications. FEATURES Produced utilizing Statistical Process Control (S.P.C. & S.Q.C.) techniques BENEFITS Batch-to-batch consistency and uniformity Flame-retardant base polymer Components manufactured with DION FR 7704 can meet a wide range of flame-retardant specifications including ASTM E-84 Class I Flame Spread with 1.7% antimony trioxide and Class II Flame Spread without antimony Filled laminates provide low smoke generation upon combustion Can meet many ASTM E-662 smoke specifications without MMA monomer or high ATH loadings Can meet Bombardier SMP 800-C Smoke Toxicity Test Corrosion resistant Ideal for a variety of hood and duct applications High-solids content Reduces VOC emissions Exceeds SCAQMD Rule 1162 requirements Rapid, controlled curing characteristics Designed to permit two mold pulls per 8 hour shift Cures to a tack-free laminate surface Excellent fiberglass wet-out Minimizes voids and resin-starved areas Easy maintenance of resin-to-glass ratios VERSIONS Version Gel Time (1) Total Time to Peak (1) Peak Exotherm (1) (Minutes) (Minutes) ( C/ F) 7704-00 17.0-21.0 29.0-35.0 141-157/ 286-315 7704-12 6.0-10.0 12.0-17.0 145-170/ 293-338 (1) with 1.25g of 46709 per 100g of resin for version 00 (1) with 1.25g of MEKP-900 per 100g of resin for version 12 The information herein is to help customers determine whether our products are suitable for their applications. Our products are intended for sale to industrial and commercial customers. We request that customers inspect and test our products before using them to satisfy themselves as to contents and suitability. We warrant that our products will meet our written specifications. Nothing herein shall constitute any other warranty expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, nor is protection from any law or patent to be inferred. All patent rights are reserved. The exclusive remedy for all proven claims is replacement of our materials, and in no event shall we be liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages. 919-990-7500 800-448-3482 P.O. Box 13582 Research Triangle Park, NC USA 27709 1035 Swabia Court, Durham, NC USA 27703 www.reichhold.com
TYPICAL LIQUID PROPERTIES AT 25 C/77 F Non-Volatile % 65.0-68.0 18-001 Viscosity: Brookfield LVF Spindle: #3 RPM: 60 cps 425-525 18-021 Thix Index - 2.5 (minimun) 18-021 Specific Gravity - 1.22-1.25 18-030 Flash Point (Seta Closed Cup) C/ F 32/ 89 ASTM D 3278 Shelf Life months 3 - TYPICAL NON-REINFORCED MECHANICAL PROPERTIES AT 25 C/77 F Tensile Strength psi 6,200 ASTM D 638 Tensile Modulus Kpsi 530 ASTM D 638 Tensile Elongation % 1.3 ASTM D 638 Flexural Strength psi 10,300 ASTM D 790 Flexural Modulus Kpsi 510 ASTM D 790 Compressive Strength psi 17,100 ASTM D 695 Compressive Modulus Kpsi 365 ASTM D 695 Heat Deflection Temperature C/ F 77/ 171 ASTM D 648 Hardness, Barcol Model 934-1 HB 40 ASTM D 2583 Izod Impact, Notched ft. lb/ in 0.24 ASTM D-256 Izod Impact, Unnotched ft. lb/ in 1.97 ASTM D-256 Linear Shrinkage, room temperature gel & cure in/ in 0.09650 - Linear Shrinkage, room temperature gel & cure In/ in 0.01905 - Water absorption -2 hrs at 212 F -24 hrs at 73 F 0.74 0.12 TYPICAL LAMINATE PROPERTIES Tensile Strength psi 11,800 ASTM D 638 Tensile Modulus Kpsi 1,320 ASTM D 638 Tensile Elongation % 1.54 ASTM D 638 Flexural Strength psi 23,700 ASTM D 790 Flexural Modulus Kpsi 1,250 ASTM D 790 Compressive Strength psi 28,900 ASTM D 695 Compressive Modulus Kpsi 1,350 ASTM D 695 Hardness, Barcol Model 934-1 HB 50 ASTM D 2583 Izod Impact, Notched ft. lb/ in 16.6 ASTM D-256 Izod Impact, Unnotched ft. lb/ in 21.1 ASTM D-256 Water absorption -2 hrs at 212 F -24 hrs at 73 F Glass Content: 30% 0.66 0.0787 Page 2
TYPICAL LAMINATE PROPERTIES Properties Unit Filled Formula#1 (1) Filled Formula #2 (1) Test Method Tensile Strength psi 10,300 11,300 ASTM D 638 Tensile Modulus Kpsi 1,670 1,850 ASTM D 638 Tensile Elongation % 1.49 1.75 ASTM D 638 Flexural Strength psi 20,200 19,600 ASTM D 790 Flexural Modulus Kpsi 1,380 1,600 ASTM D 790 Compressive Strength psi 25,600 22,200 ASTM D 695 Compressive Modulus Kpsi 1,620 1,840 ASTM D 695 Hardness, Barcol Model 934-1 HB 70 71 ASTM D 2583 Izod Impact, Notched ft. lb/ in 11.50 12.60 ASTM D-256 Water absorption, 24 hrs at 73 F 0.0667 0.0577 (1) see flammability test data for filled formula composition on page 4 GUIDELINES FOR INITIATOR AND PROMOTER ADDITIONS Gel Time (Minutes) SUPEROX 46709 (% by weight) 60 F 70 F 80 F 90 F 1.0 66.0 36.0 29.0 17.0 1.5 25.0 18.0 15.0 9.5 2.0 18.5 13.0 11.5 7.0 2.5 16.5 11.5 10.0 6.5 FLAMABILITY TEST DATA DION FR polyester resins will burn if provided with a sufficient amount of heat and oxygen. The degree of flame-retardency of laminates prepared using DION FR resins has been characterized using several standard ASTM test methods. Testing has been performed under strictly controlled conditions. The behavior of composites made using DION FR resins may vary in an actual fire situation. DION FR 7704 with 1.7% Antimony Trioxide 3-Ply, 1.5 oz mat laninates ASTM E-84 (Tunnel test) Flame Spread Index 15 (Class I) DION FR 7704 with 3% Antimony Trioxide 3-Ply, 1.5 oz mat laminates DION FR 7704, no Antimony added 3-Ply, 1.5 oz mat laminates ASTM E-84 (Tunnel test) Flame Spread Index 15 (Class I) Flame Spread Index 30 (Class II) ASTM D635 Average Time of Burning (ATB) 1 second Average Extent of Burning (AEB) 8.2mm Average Time of Burning (ATB) 3.9 seconds Average Extent of Burning (AEB) 7.8mm UL94 V-0 Rating V-0 Rating FMVSS 302 Passed Laminate did not ignite ASTM D1929-91a Self-ignition temperature 393 C/ 740 F Flash-ignition temperature 372 C/ 702 F FAR, PART 25.853 Passed horizontal and vertical tests Self-ignition temperature 432 C/ 810 F Flash-ignition temperature 378 C/ 712 F FAR, PART 25.855 Passed Passed Page 3
Formula #1 DION FR 7704-00 (2) Formula #2 DION FR 7704-00 (2) DION FR 7704-00, % Styrene monomer, % Aluminum Trihydrate, % 57.5 2.5 40.0 DION FR 7704-00, % Methyl methacrylate, % Aluminum Trihydrate, % 45.5 4.5 50.0 (3) see below for specific ASTM E-662 ATH requirements that equate to 40% Bombardier SMP 800-C Smoke Toxicity Test Passed Passed FAR, PART 25.853 Passed horizontal and vertical test FAR, PART 25.855 Passed ASTM E-84 Tunnel Test Flame Spread Index 20 Smoke Development Index 375 ASTM E-162 Tunnel Test Flame Spread 10 Flame Spread 10 NBS Smoke Chamber ASTM E-662 (3) Aluminum Trihydrate: Test Time, min HUBER SB 336, % 67 1.5 HUBER 632, % 33 4.0 Specific Optical Density (Ds) 5 160 (2) filled formula composition STORAGE To ensure maximum stability and maintain optimum resin properties, resins should be stored in the original closed container at temperature below 24 C/75 F and away from heat ignition sources and sunlight. Resin should be warmed to at least 18 C/65 F prior to use in order to assure proper curing and handling. Mild agitation of thixotropic resins is recommended after prolonged storage. Avoid contamination of product with water and do not store outdoors. Keep containers sealed to prevent moisture pick-up and monomer loss. Maintain first-in first-out inventory system. All storage areas and containers should conform to local fire and building codes. Copper or copper-containing alloys should be avoided as containers. Store separate from oxidizing materials, peroxides and metal salts. Keep containers closed when not in use. Inventory levels should be kept to a reasonable minimum with first-in, first-out stock rotation. Additional information on handling and storing unsaturated polyesters is available in Reichhold s application bulletin Bulk Storage and Handling of Unsaturated Polyester Resins. For information on other Reichhold resins, additives or initiators, contact your sales representative or authorized Reichhold distributor. SHELF LIFE Shelf life is 3 months from date of shipment. Shelf life performance refers to product in the original, unopened container. STANDARD PACKAGE This product is available in non-returnable 55 gallon metal drums (549 lb) 42,000 44,000 lb tank truck. SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET BEFORE WORKING WITH THIS PRODUCT Obtain a copy of the material safety data sheet on this product or contact the Reichhold service center prior to use. Material safety data sheets are available from your Reichhold sales representative. Such information should be requested from suppliers of all products and understood prior to working with their materials. Page 4
DIRECTLY MIXING ANY ORGANIC PEROXIDE WITH A METAL SOAP, AMINE, OR OTHER POLYMERIZATION ACCELERATOR OR PROMOTER WILL RESULT IN VIOLENT DECOMPOSTION. WHEN ADDING ORGANIC PEROXIDES TO A RESIN SOLUTION, PROMPTLY AND THOROUGHLY MIX THE RESULTING PRODUCT. NEVER ADD ORGANIC PEROXIDES TO A HOT DILUENT OR PROCESS. PREVENT CONTAMINATION WITH FOREIGN MATERIALS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ACCELERATORS (SUCH AS DIMETHYLANILINE, OTHER AMINES OR COBALT COMPOUNDS), HEAVY-METAL OXIDES OR SALTS (PARTICULARLY THOSE OF COBALT, IRON AND COPPER), STRONG ACIDS AND SANDING DUSTS. USE CLEAN CONTAINERS MADE OF GLASS, POLYPROPYLENE, TEFLON, POLYETHYLENE, OR CERAMIC TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ORGANIC PEROXIDES DURING ITS HANDLING. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Reichhold s technical support staff has extensive practical experience with various composite resins, end-use performance and manufacturing techniques. Please do not hesitate to request our assistance through your Reichhold sales or technical representative. Copies of test methods used to determine reported properties are available through your Reichhold representative. Each user must determine the suitability of this product to his/her particular mode of operation and intended end-use application. A Reichhold representative will be available to assist in the proper selection of all Reichhold products available for commercial use. Properties reported in this bulletin are typical of those obtained in controlled laboratory tests and may vary in actual production; therefore, we require our customers to inspect and test our products before using them to satisfy themselves as to contents and suitability. We warrant that our products will meet our written specifications. Nothing herein shall constitute any other warranty expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, nor is protection from any law or patent to be inferred. DION a registered trademark of Reichhold, LLC 2 and/or its Affiliates. Page 5