Tarbender

Tarbenderpint ⓘ 76FA5EB3-CD20-B546-86E8-6A4C7E9CFE9F
Epoxy

Clear, high-gloss epoxy coating and encapsulant, for wood, plaster, concrete, foam, fabrics, paper, etc. and to encapsulate 2-D or 3-D objects.

  • Mix ratio 2A:1B by volume
  • Pot life 60 min
  • Cures overnight to Shore 75D
  • Aquarium safe
  • Impact-resistant
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Warning

H315 - Causes skin irritation.
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
€ 62.33

(€ 51.51 without 21% VAT)

Only 1 available in stock

Description

This high-quality, crystal-clear liquid epoxy is designed for coating, encapsulating, and artistic applications. It can be poured or brushed over many types of surfaces to create a strong, durable, high-gloss finish. Parts A and B mix easily, flowing smoothly for even coverage without bubbles. Once cured at room temperature, it provides excellent impact resistance, superior clarity, and a glass-like surface that enhances the appearance of embedded materials or coated objects.

Tarbender™ epoxy can be applied over wood, plaster, concrete, foam, fabrics, paper, etc. can be used to encapsulate 2-D or 3-D objects. Tarbender™ is certified “aquarium safe” and is used by aquariums to create hyper realistic coral and other aquarium displays.  It is also used by zoos around the world as a coating for themed elements and displays. 

Features

  • Adheres to wood, plaster, concrete, foam, fabrics, paper, and more
  • Encapsulates 2-D and 3-D objects in a crystal-clear layer
  • Certified aquarium safe, used for creating coral formations and underwater textures
  • Used by zoos, theme parks, and museums for coating and protecting props, displays, and sculptures
  • Mix ratio of 2A:1B by volume (or 100A:41B by weight)
  • Pot life of approximately 60 minutes
  • Cures overnight at room temperature to a tough, high-gloss finish with a Shore hardness of 75D
  • Clear, UV-resistant, and easy to clean

Instructions

  • Mix at 2A:1B by volume (or 100A:41B by weight) until uniform. 
  • Apply by pouring or brushing onto clean, dry surfaces. 
  • Working time is approximately 60 minutes. 
  • Pour slowly to minimize bubbles. 
  • Do not disturb during cure. 
  • Allow to cure overnight at room temperature. 
  • Once cured, the surface is hard (Shore D ~75) and glossy. 
  • Wear gloves and ensure proper ventilation.

Specifications

Color Clear
Cure Time 16 hours
Pot Life 45 minutes
Specific Volume 25.4 cu. in./lb.
Specific Gravity 1.09 g/cc
Mix Ratio By Weight 100A:41B
Mix Ratio By Volume 2A:1B
Tack Free Time 8 hours
Shore D Hardness 75
Thin Film Working Time 2 hours
Thin Film Recoat Time 6 hours
Mixed Viscosity 1,100 cps
Available in Epoxy
Product Color Cure Time Pot Life Specific Volume Specific Gravity Mix Ratio By Weight Mix Ratio By Volume Tack Free Time Shore D Hardness Thin Film Working Time Thin Film Recoat Time Mixed Viscosity Color Mixed Viscocity Flexural Strength Flexural Modulus Shrinkage Ultimate Tensile Elongation At Break Heat Deflection Temp Compressive Strength Tensile Modulus Compressive Modulus
Tarbender Clear 16 h. 45 min. 25.4 cu. in./lb. 1.09 g/cc 100A:41B 2A:1B 8 h. 75 2 h. 6 h. 1,100 cps - - - - - - - - - - -
Plasti-Paste™ EPOXY Off-White 16 h. 40 min. 27.73 cu. in./lb. 1.0 g/cc 2A:1B 2A:1B - 80 - 60 min. - Off-White Paste 9,186 psi 2,273,000 psi 0.001 in. / in. 3,320 psi 0.83 % 160 °F 7,700 psi 470,000 psi 138,000 psi
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