• 17 August 2022

Epoxy resin

Epoxy is one of the chemical materials, which consists of two completely basic parts, namely, the material part and the solid part. The two substances are simply mixed together, then the product comes in the form of a completely transparent liquid and the substance becomes solid after mixing the two substances together. This solid substance is considered a plastic, and after this The hard material you find is water-resistant, insulating, shatter- and scratch-resistant, and prevents any dirt, dust or microbes from collecting.

What are the different types of resin?

The types of resin vary greatly, and epoxy appears at the center of our discussion, but it is not the only compound that appears as a result of this interaction, as it is made of resin in general, 4 more common types and they have many and multiple uses.

1 - epoxy

2 - Resin polyurethane

3- Polyester

4 - silicone resin

Especially that the best types of resin molds are different, which are never affected by the mixture and can be formed in the shapes we want, including silicon rubber, which is available in large stores in many shapes and can be purchased in liquid form and shape as you want, which is better in terms of cost.

The most important tools required in the use of resin

1 - To wear gloves and a protective mask and to wear safety goggles to protect the eyes and skin at the same time.

2 - Ventilate the place heavily before use because it is one of the harmful chemicals.

3 - The place is well cleaned of dust and oils, because it acts as a completely insulating layer.

4 - There must be a sensitive scale.

5- Wooden sticks to be used for mixing and stirring.

6- Plastic containers that are made completely clean and empty for mixing inside.

7- Sanding device or manual sanding paper, starting from coarse to fine.

8 - Bashpuri to make hot and light air in order to expel air bubbles from the mixture after pouring.

9 - Resin molds for the shape to be cast or manufactured, preferably a silicon mold.

The difference between epoxy and polyester resin

Polyester has uses that are widely included in the manufacture of antiques and also in the work of models in full, and perhaps it was famous before the appearance of the epoxy itself and some types of powder are added to it with calcium carbonate with the solid substance and also a substance that accelerates drying greatly, but it has defects and great danger so only specialists use it And those with experience in this field for the ability to deal with it, and it enters into other industries, the most important of which are:

First: Fiberglass: It is a completely thin layer of resin with layers of reinforcing materials inside.

Second: Industrial marble: from it artificial marble slabs are made, as well as marble basins and beautiful marble shapes.

Epoxy: It is a substance that is used in all different construction works, from which different products are made, which expand with time and become included in resin accessories and used to make antiques, decorations, and various shapes.