QUESTION:
How do you get a two-part epoxy to achieve its maximum cured bonding properties?
ANSWER:
For a two-part epoxy to achieve its maximum cured bonding properties, the two parts must be sufficiently mixed, and cured at the proper temperature and time....
QUESTION:
Are the choice of epoxies critically important and if so, why?
ANSWER:
The choice of epoxies is critically important. Most Telco/Data and OSP connectors are assembled with two-part epoxies that provide high tensile strength, excellent bonding and...
QUESTION:
Is homemade pre-mixed and frozen epoxy real?
ANSWER:
Homemade pre-mixed and frozen epoxy is the equivalent to making your own pre-mixed and frozen epoxy, which may take some trial and error, but can ultimately save time and solve the epoxy...
QUESTION: How and when should you purchase epoxy material in premixed and frozen syringes?
ANSWER:
To further reduce your handling and increase your process control, you can purchase the material in premixed and frozen syringes. In this case,...
Question: Can you use expired epoxy?
ANSWER:
Epoxy does have a shelf life and the physical properties will change over time. Epoxy manufacturers recommend you do not use epoxy that has reached its expiration date. If unusual circumstances require you to use...
QUESTION: Does FOC have any experience or recommendations in using microwaves to cure fiber optic epoxies?
ANSWER:
FOC does not have any experience using microwaves to cure epoxies. Certain microwave machines, much more sophisticated than...
QUESTION: I need a really strong bond. What is the absolute strongest adhesive you have?
ANSWER:
Modern adhesives are pretty amazing, and people do seem to want to rely on them more and more. But it is important to know that...
QUESTION: Looking for tips on epoxy work surfaces. Do you have any information on that?
ANSWER:
When working with epoxy, neatness really counts. Since the pot life on epoxy starts the moment the two parts are mixed, plan your work so...
QUESTION: What’s the easiest way to load a syringe with a 2.5g pack of epoxy?
ANSWER:
We think the best way to load a syringe with a mixed pack of epoxy is to have BOTH HANDS available to do the job. This means you want...
QUESTION: I have a question about the AB9112 Epoxy, what is the proper storage method? In the datasheet, under section 7:Handling and Storage, it doesn’t really specify the proper storage of the epoxy. We had a couple epoxy packs that went grainy before...
