What solvent is generally used to dilute powdered epoxy resin?

There are many diluents that can be used for powdered Bisphenol A type liquid epoxy resin . The following are some common types:

Alcohol solvents

• Ethanol: It has certain solubility and volatility, can dilute epoxy resin to a certain extent, and has relatively low toxicity, so it is safer to use.

• Isopropyl alcohol: It has slightly stronger solubility than ethanol, has better dispersing and diluting effects on epoxy resin, and is often used in situations where the dilution effect is required to be high and the toxicity is limited.

Ketone solvents

• Acetone: It has strong solubility and can quickly and effectively dilute powdered epoxy resin. It is also volatile and can make the diluted epoxy resin dry and solidify quickly, but acetone has certain volatility and irritation. Pay attention to ventilation when using it.

• Butanone: Its solubility is similar to that of acetone. It has good solubility for epoxy resin, and its volatility is slightly slower than that of acetone. It is more suitable in some situations where the drying speed is not particularly fast.

Ester solvents

• Ethyl acetate: It has good solubility and moderate volatility, has a good dilution effect on epoxy resin, and has a relatively mild odor. It is more suitable for use in some environments that require odor.

• Butyl acetate: It has strong solubility and can dilute epoxy resin well. At the same time, its volatilization rate is slow, which can make the diluted epoxy resin have a longer operating time. It is often used in occasions that require a longer construction time.

Ether solvents

• Ethylene glycol ethyl ether: It has good solubility for epoxy resin, can effectively reduce the viscosity of Bisphenol-A Liquid Epoxy Resin, and has a certain solubility-aiding effect, which can improve the dissolution effect of other solvents.

• Propylene glycol methyl ether: It has excellent solubility, can be well mixed with epoxy resin, and has a dilution effect. At the same time, its toxicity is low, and the harm to the environment and human body is relatively small.

In practical applications, the appropriate solvent should be selected according to the specific type of epoxy resin, usage requirements, construction environment and other factors, and attention should be paid to the safety and environmental protection of the solvent.