WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin
WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin by Gougeon Brothers (WEST SYSTEM) is a verified Infusion Epoxy with ASTM D638 Tensile 73 MPa, ASTM D648 HDT 68 °C, and US DOT Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous (UN3082).
Normalized ASTM Technical Parameters (SI & US Imperial)
pgvector HNSW Indexed| ASTM D638 Tensile Strength | 73 MPa (10,588 psi) |
| ASTM D648 Heat Deflection Temp (HDT) | 68 °C (154 °F) |
| ASTM D790 Flexural Strength | 117 MPa |
| ASTM D2583 Barcol Hardness | 42 |
| ASTM D2196 Brookfield Viscosity @ 25°C | 975 cPs |
| ASTM D792 Specific Density | 1145 kg/m³ |
| US DOT 49 CFR & Canada TDG Hazmat Class | Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous • UN: UN3082 |
| Unit Price & B2B Pack Configuration | $16.2/kg • $3,240 per 200 kg Drum Kit |
Compare WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin vs. Drop-In Equivalents
Published TDS Drop-In Equivalents: PRO-SET INF-114, Gurit Prime 37. Select any verified peer below for a complete side-by-side ASTM D638/D648 delta, cure stoichiometry, and US DOT 49 CFR comparison:
Required Companion Cure Stack, Processes & Applications
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Engineering FAQ: WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin (ASTM & Cure Specification)
1. What are the ASTM D638 Tensile Strength and ASTM D648 HDT specifications of WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin?▼
WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin by Gougeon Brothers (WEST SYSTEM) (SKU: WST-105B-5GAL) provides an ASTM D638 Tensile Strength of 73 MPa (10,588 psi), ASTM D648 Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of 68 °C (154 °F), ASTM D790 Flexural Strength of 117 MPa, and Brookfield viscosity of 975 cPs.
2. What catalyst or hardener and mix ratio are required for WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin?▼
Required companion cure and process materials for WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin include: Matched Stoichiometric Amine Hardener (100:28 pbw), Carbon Fiber 3K/12K or E-CR Glass Fabrics, Peel Ply, Flow Media & Vacuum Bagging Film. Category Engineering Rule: STOICHIOMETRIC RATIO CRITICAL: Must be weighed strictly at manufacturer mix ratio (e.g., 100:28 or 100:34 by weight) with matched Amine Hardener. Requires post-cure at 60–80°C for full Tg.
3. What are the verified US drop-in equivalents for WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin?▼
Approved cross-referenced drop-in equivalents for WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin in the North American ASTM index include PRO-SET INF-114, Gurit Prime 37. Direct head-to-head engineering comparisons are available against PRO-SET INF-114 High-Tg Carbon Infusion Epoxy, Gurit Prime 37 Infusion Epoxy System, System Three SilverTip Marine Laminating Epoxy.
4. What is the US DOT 49 CFR and Transport Canada TDG Hazmat classification for WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin?▼
WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin is classified under US DOT 49 CFR and Transport Canada TDG as Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous (UN Number: UN3082). It ships from regional US hubs in Bay City, MI, Tampa, FL, Seattle, WA with a typical lead time of 1-3 Days. When ordered with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides (MEKP UN3105), 49 CFR § 177.848 hazmat segregation applies.
5. Which composite molding methods (Vacuum Infusion, Hand Layup, RTM) suit WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin?▼
WEST SYSTEM 105-B Marine Grade Epoxy Resin is qualified for Vacuum Infusion (VARTM), Resin Transfer Molding (RTM), Post-Cure 60–80°C. Primary industrial applications include Carbon America's Cup Foils, Aerospace UAV Spars, Naval Minehunter Decks.
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