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AKPEROX® HC9
AKPEROX® HC9 is a high-quality tert-butyl peroxybenzoate solution recommended for use with a cobalt accelerator in the curing of unsaturated polyester resins at high temperatures. It contains 80% peroxide content and is recommended for use at a concentration of 1% to 2%.
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- Manufacturer: AKPA Chemicals US
- Product Line: AKPEROX® Organic Peroxides
- Product: Organic Peroxides
- Industries: Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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Overview
AKPEROX® HC9 is an 80% solution of tert-butyl peroxybenzoate in acetyl acetone solution. It is used as a catalyst recommended for accelerating the cure of unsaturated polyester resins in temperatures of 60°C or higher. AKPEROX® HC9 should be used in combination with cobalt accelerators for artificial marbles, filament winding, polymer concrete, and air-drying lacquer applications to provide reliable, consistent performance.
Specifications
Appearance: Clear liquid
Density @ 20°C: 1.03 g/cm³
Viscosity @ 20°C: 4 mPa·s
Active oxygen content: 6.51% to 6.68%
Peroxide content: 79.0% to 81.0%
SADT: 56.5°C
Shelf life: 6 months
CAS Nos. 614-45-9; 123-54-6
Primary Chemistry:
Tert-butyl peroxybenzoate
Features & Benefits
- Tert-butyl peroxybenzoate solution
- Acetyl acetone solvent
- Initiates cure at high temperatures
- Used with cobalt accelerator
- Use at 1% to 2%
Problems Solved
Slow or improper curing of resins at room temperature
Applications
Unsaturated polyester resins
Artificial marble
Polymer concrete
Filament winding
Air-drying lacquers
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