Document 4250 V2 F1, Language EN V1, Approved 2014-3-10, © 2017 Ashland Inc.

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Technical Datasheet

MAXGUARD™ GT // HF/SF Premium Tooling Gelcoats

MAXGUARD GT // HF / SF premium tooling gelcoats are based on epoxy vinyl ester resin, which is a
guarantee for a hard and glossy tool finish. Also good mechanical and chemical resistance of the
tooling gelcoat will increase endurability of the tool. MAXGUARD GT // HF / SF tooling gelcoats are
available in black and green colours, and as neutral base.

Typical liquid gelcoat Property H (Brush) S (Spray)

properties at 23 °C Value Value Unit Method
Viscosity, Brookfield 12000 1) 6000 2) mPas ISO 2555
Viscosity, cone & plate 1000 250 mPas ISO 2884
Geltime, 2,0% MEKP-50 17 12 min ASTM D2471

1) RV5, 10 rpm ; 2) RV4, 10 rpm

Typical gelcoat base Properties (post cure 24 h 50°C) Value Unit Method
resin properties Tensile strength 86 MPa ASTM D638
Tensile modulus 3170 MPa ASTM D638
Elongation at break 6,7 % ASTM D638
Heat deflection temperature 105 °C ASTM D638
Hardness 35-40 Barcol ASTM D2583

Application and use MAXGUARD GT // HF / SF premium tooling gelcoats are suitable for manufaturing of tooling used in
the marine, transportation and building and construction industries.

To achieve best results, temperature of all equipment, materials and work shop must be 20-26°C. If
the temperature is too low the tooling gelcoat may be undercured (which can also accure if gelcoat
layer is too thin or peroxide dosing is incorrect) and a hard glossy surface cannot be achieved.

Some guidelines;

- Stir the tooling gelcoat gently in the original pail.

- Take the needed quantity of gelcoat into a large enough pail to be able to add 2% of peroxide and
mix peroxide thoroughly into the gelcoat.
- HF (Brush): A brush grade has to be applied (with a high quality brush) in two layers. Apply a brush
grade gelcoat very carefully to get even layers without sagging and air bubbles. The gelcoat must be
allowed to cure between the layers for 3-6 hours, to form a sticky surface which does not give colour
if touched with fingertips.
- SF (Spray): The spray grade has to be applied by spraying several thin layers wet to wet
(approx.0,2 mm each) with smallest possible nozzle and with lowest possible pressure.After each

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Technical Datasheet

MAXGUARD™ GT // HF/SF Premium Tooling Gelcoats

layer, keep a break of 2-4 min to allow the air to come out. The final wet layer thickness should be
minimum 0,8-1,0 mm.
- The final thickness of the cured tooling gelcoat should be 0,8 mm.
- For best results a post cure of the final tool at 40-50 °C is recommended .

Certificates and The manufacturing, quality control and distribution of products, by Ashland Performance Materials,
approvals are complying with one or more of the following programs or standards: Responsible Care, ISO 9001,
ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.

Handling and storage For good handling and working practices, see Ashland "Gelcoat Handling Guide". It is highly
recommended that all materials are stored at stable temperature under 25 °C preferably indoors, and
away from direct sunlight. A high quality methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) catalyst should be
used between 1.5 - 2.5%. The gelcoat with the catalyst must be gently stirred before taken in use.

Shelf life of MAXGUARD GT // HF or MAXGUARD GT // SF is 5 months.

Prolonged storage or storage outside of recommended conditions can influence gelcoat liguid
properties like viscosity and gel time and it is recommended to test these properties before starting
application

Notice All information presented herein is believed to be accurate and reliable, and is solely for the user's
consideration, investigation and verification. The information is not to be taken as an express or
implied representation or warranty for which Ashland assumes legal responsibility. Any warranties,
including warranties of merchantability, fitness for use or non-infringement of intellectual property
rights of third parties, are herewith expressly excluded.

Since the user's product formulations, specific use applications and conditions of use are beyond the
control of Ashland, Ashland makes no warranty or representation regarding the results which may be
obtained by the user. It shall be the sole responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of any of
the products mentioned for the user's specific application.

Ashland requests that the user reads, understands and complies with the information contained
herein and the current Material Safety Data Sheet.

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