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BELZONA 1821

1. PRODUCT NAME Solidifier Component 5. PHYSICAL / MECHANICAL

Appearance Mobile liquid PROPERTIES
Belzona® 1821 Color Amber
(Fluid Metal) Determined after 7 days cure at
Density 1.06 - 1.0 g/cm3 77oF (25oC).
Fluid grade repair system for creating
positive grip surfaces and for casting Mixed Properties
components where machining is required. Mixing Ratio by Weight • Abrasion Resistance:
(Base : Solidifier) 5.3 : 1 Taber
Mixing Ratio by Volume The Taber abrasion resistance with 1 kg
2. MANUFACTURER (Base : Solidifier) 2:1 load is typically:
Belzona Inc., Mixed Form Viscous liquid CS17 Wheels (Dry) 40 mm3
2000 N.W. 88th Court Peak Exotherm loss per 1000 cycles
Miami, Florida 33172 Temperature 212 - 239oF
(100 -115oC)
Belzona Polymerics Ltd., Time to Peak Exotherm 22 - 28 mins • Adhesion:
Claro Road, Harrogate, Mixed Density 2.23 g/cm3 Tensile Shear
HG1 4AY, England. When tested in accordance with ASTM
D1002 using degreased strips, grit blasted
• Shelf Life: to a 3 - 4 mil profile typical values will be:
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Separate base and solidifier components Aluminum 2,180 psi (153 kgs/cm2)
A two component machineable grade should have a shelf life of at least 5 years Brass 2,400 psi (169 kgs/cm2)
material based on silicone steel alloy when stored between 32oF (0oC) and Copper 2,600 psi (183 kgs/cm2)
blended within high molecular weight 86oF (30oC). Mild steel 3,600 psi (253 kgs/cm2)
reactive polymers and oligomers. The Stainless steel 3,600 psi (253 kgs/cm2)
system is designed for creating positive
grip surfaces on machinery and equipment • Working Life:
when used to bond Belzona® Supergrip or Will vary according to temperature. At 77oF Cleavage
Surefoot to the surface. The system (25oC) the usable life of mixed material is When tested to ASTM D1062 typical values
provides a durable non-slip surface with 15 minutes. will be:
excellent adhesion, wear and chemical Mild steel 2,100 psi (148 kgs/cm2)
resistance.
• Coverage Rate:
Applications This depends on the choice of aggregate
• Chemical Resistance:
Tank tops and nature of substrate as a practical guide Once fully cured, the material will demon-
Fire escapes an 800 gm unit will cover 6.6 sq.ft. (0.6 strate excellent resistance to most com-
Walkways sq.m.) at a thickness of 20 mil (500 monly found inorganic acids and alkalis at
Vehicle step-ups microns). concentrations up to 20%. The material is
Loading ramps also resistant to hydrocarbons, mineral oils,
Chequer plate access areas lubricating oils and many other commonly
• Volume Capacity: found chemicals.
Conveyor drive drums The volume capacity of an 800 gm unit of
Brake test rollers mixed Belzona® 1821 is 20.72 cu.ins. (340
Take off and feed rollers • Compressive Strength:
Fork lift grab arms cc).
When tested in accordance with ASTM
D695, typical values obtained will be
4. TECHNICAL DATA • Cure Time: 10,000 psi (703 kgs/cm2).
Allow the system to solidify for the times
Base Component shown in the chart below before subjecting • Corrosion Resistance:
Appearance Paste it to the conditions indicated.
Color Dark gray Will show no visible signs of corrosion after
Gel Strength 5,000 hours exposure in the ASTM B117
at 77oF (25oC) > 150 g/cm HF salt spray cabinet.
Density 2.70 - 2.90 g/cm3

CURE TIMES
o o
TEMPERATURE 41 F (5 C) 50 F (10oC)
o
59oF (15oC) 68oF (20oC) 77oF (25oC) 86oF (30oC)

Movement or use involving

no loading 16 hrs 6 hrs 3 hrs 2 hrs 1¼ hrs 1 hr
Machining and/or light loading 24 hrs 8 hrs 6 hrs 4 hrs 3 hrs 2½ hrs
Full mechanical or thermal
loading 3 days 2 days 1½ days 1 day 12 hrs 8 hrs
Contact with chemicals 8 days 6 days 4 days 3 days 2 days 1 day
• Flexural Strength: 6. SURFACE PREPARATION 9. TECHNICAL SERVICES
When tested to ASTM D790, typical values AND APPLICATION Complete technical assistance is available
obtained will be 6,400 psi PROCEDURES and includes fully trained Technical
(450 kgs/cm2). For proper technique, refer to the Consultants, technical service personnel
Belzona® Instructions For Use leaflet which and fully staffed research, development
• Hardness: is enclosed with each packaged product. and quality control laboratories.
The hardness of the material when tested
to ASTM D2240 is typically 80 Shore D. 7. AVAILABILITY AND COST 10. HEALTH AND SAFETY
Belzona® 1821 is available from a net- Prior to using this material, please consult
• Heat Distortion work of Belzona® Distributors throughout the relevant Material Safety Data Sheets.
Temperature: the world for prompt delivery to the
When tested to ASTM D648 (264 psi fiber application site. For information, consult
stress), typical values obtained will be 100oF the Belzona® Distributor in your area.
(38oC).
8. WARRANTY
• Heat Resistance: Belzona® guarantees this product will
For many typical applications, the product meet the performance claims stated herein
is thermally stable up to 300oF (150oC) dry, when material is stored and used as
and 140oF (60oC) wet, and down instructed in the Belzona® Instructions For
to -40oF (-40oC). Use leaflet. Belzona® further guarantees
that all its products are carefully manufac-
• Impact Strength: tured to ensure the highest quality possible
and tested strictly in accordance with
When tested to ASTM D256 is typically 1.9 universally recognised standards (ASTM,
ft.lb./in. (102 J/m). ANSI, BS, DIN, etc.). Since Belzona® has no
control over the use of the product de-
scribed herein, no warranty for any applica-
tion can be given.

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Claro Road, ISO 9001:2000
Harrogate, HG1 4AY,
England. Q 09335
Tel: +44 (0) 1423 567641
Fax:+44 (0) 1423 505967
E-Mail: belzona@belzona.co.uk

Belzona Inc.,
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Miami, Florida 33172,
U.S.A.
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