Cardolite® NX-8101
Epoxy Curing Agent
Preliminary Technical Datasheet
DESCRIPTION
Cardolite NX-8101 is an epoxy curing agent based on latest modified CNSL waterborne technology. This product is
supplied in water and provides excellent performance to anticorrosion coatings, epoxy primers and self-levelers for
concrete floors.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
PROPERTY TYPICAL VALUE TEST METHOD
Appearance Amber liquid Visual
Color (Gardner) ≤ 10 ASTM D1544
Viscosity @ 25°C (cPs) 15,000 - 55,000 ASTM D2196
Amine Value (mg KOH/g) 140 - 180 ASTM D2074
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Theoretical Active Hydrogen Equivalent (AHEW) 270 Calculated
Solids (% by weight) 48 - 52 ASTM D2369-98
Density @ 25°C (kg/L) 1.03
ASTM D1475
(lbs/gal) 8.61
Recommended Use Level
(phr, EEW 190)
Metal primer 105 - 130
Thin films for concrete (clear or pigmented) 130 - 142 -
Self-levelers:
Highly filled with various particle sizes 120 - 142
Lower filler content and high film build 92 - 102
Typical properties are not to be construed as specifications
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Based on total product weight
CURE PROPERTIES
FORMULATION TEST METHOD
Liquid Epoxy Resin (pbw, EEW 190) 100
Cardolite NX-8101 (pbw) 142
Mix viscosity @ 25°C (cPs) 1,850
Gel time, 50 g @ 25°C (min) 45 NTM-15
Thin film dry times, 8 mils (200 micron)
@ 25°C (77°F) (hrs hard/through) 3/4 ASTM D5895
@ 5°C (41°F) (hrs hard/through) 9/17 ASTM D5895
Film appearance @ 10°C, 80% RH Clear Visual
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REGULATORY STATUS
Please refer to the material safety data sheet (MSDS). Specific information regarding chemical inventory listing can be
obtained from your local sales representative.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please refer to the material safety data sheet (MSDS). Copies of the MSDS can be requested on the Cardolite website or
via your local sales representative.
STABILITY AND STORAGE
Cardolite products may absorb moisture and carbon dioxide when left in open containers, which could result in increased
viscosity, discoloration, reduction of reactivity, and/or crystallization of the products. These products should be kept tightly
sealed in their original containers when not in use, and stored in a cool, dry place that does not exceed 40°C.
CONTACT INFORMATION
http://www.cardolite.com
Cardolite Corporation Cardolite Specialty Cardolite Specialty Chemicals Cardolite Chemical
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DISCLAIMER & COPYRIGHT
All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests Cardolite believes to be
reliable, but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed. Actual test method procedures may differ from listed
standards;; major differences are noted. Limitation of liability and remedy: Purchase or use of these products constitutes an
agreement with seller and manufacturer that, if the product proves to be defective or unsuitable, seller’s and manufacturer’s
liability and the exclusive remedy, regardless of tort or contract theory or of incidental or consequential damages shall be to
receive, at seller’s or manufacturer’s option, an equivalent quantity of replacement product or a refund of the purchase
price. This datasheet is copyrighted to Cardolite Corporation and may be reproduced but not altered in any way.
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