Some have made a cover box and used a light bulb to keep temps warm enough all of the time. Nice trick. The resin and hardner are always ready, Virg
On Wed, 22 Nov 2006 14:11:49 +1300 Robin Macdonald <[email protected]> writes: > Netheads, > > There was an inquiry a few weeks ago about the Storage/Shelf life of > Resins. > > I have just received the Product Guide for the West System > > Store at room temperature. Keep containers closed to prevent > contamination. With proper storage, resin & hardener should remain > usable for many years. Over time 105 resin will thicken slightly & > therefore require extra care when mixing. hardeners may darken with > age, but physical properties are not affected by colour. > > Mini Pumps may be left in containers during storage. After a long > storage, it is a good idea to verify the metering accuracy of the > pumps & mix a small test batch to assure proper curing. Repeated > Freeze/thaw cycles during storage may cause the crystallization of > 105 Resin. Warm resin to 125 degrees F & stir to dissolve crystals. > > > Don't forget this only applies to the West System, but may be a > guide for other types. > > I hope this gives some guide to those who were not sure where to > store the resin, or how long it will last . > > But as always irrespective of age etc do a test piece your life > depends on it & you will sleep better at night knowing you have done > all you could. > > Robin > > [email protected] > _______________________________________ > Search the KRnet Archives at > http://www.maddyhome.com/krsrch/index.jsp > to UNsubscribe from KRnet, send a message to [email protected] > please see other KRnet info at http://www.krnet.org/info.html > >
