TECHNICAL DATA SHEET CONAP®

CONATHANE® EN-1556
— Conforms to MIL-M-24041-C —

CONATHANE EN-1556 is a polyether based, non-MBOCA

polyurethane resin system primarily intended for use as a PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (CONTINUED)
molding, encapsulating, and potting compound for harness
breakouts, watertight electrical connectors, cables, cable end Adhesion*, peel, lbs./in. of width
seals, printed circuitry, and other electrical components. The Type 316 CRES >150
system also has use in the casting or molding of mechanical parts Monel >145
and as a lining material for pumps, chutes, and conveyors where Neoprene >30
outstanding abrasion resistance is a necessity. Polyvinyl Chloride >200
Moisture Absorption, % (24 hour immersion in 2.08
CONATHANE EN-1556 may be cured at room or elevated D.I. water @ 200ºF)
temperatures. CONATHANE EN-1556, when fully cured, is a Low temperature flexibility, -65ºF No blistering,
tough, cold-flow resistant elastomer that has good resistance to cracking, or loss
oils, gasoline, JP-4 fuel, water, and sea water and also provides of adhesion
outstanding protection against corrosion or contamination. The Heat Aging, (Shore A Hardness loss after 24 -6
system is funginert when tested in accordance with hours exposure at 275ºF)
MIL-I-46058C and ASTM G-21 and meets or exceeds all of the Property Degradation - % Loss of tensile strength 28.6%
requirements of MIL-M-24041C. after 2 weeks immersion in water @ 158ºF
Fungus Resistance (MIL-I-46058C and ASTM G- Non-Nutrient
Three primers have been developed for use in bonding 21)
CONATHANE EN-1556 to metals, neoprene, and polyvinyl
chloride during the curing process. CONAP® AD-1146 is Hydrolytic Stability (160ºF @ 95% R.H. - 120 -19% Shore A
recommended for metals, CONAP® PR-1167 for neoprene, and days) Hardness Loss
CONAP® AD-1161 for polyvinyl chloride. * Metal was primed with CONAP AD-1146, neoprene was
abraded and primed with CONAP PR-1167, and polyvinyl
TYPICAL PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS chloride was made tacky with MEK and primed with CONAP
AD-1161.
PART A PART B ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES
Viscosity @ 25ºC 18,000 cps 3,000 cps Arc Resistance, seconds >120
Dielectric Strength, VPM, 125 mil specimens 350
Specific Gravity 1.05 1.03
Dielectric Constant, 1 KHz @ 77°F 6.12
Color Amber Amber or Black 1 MHz @ 77ºF 5.06
Isocyanate Content, % 5.2 --- Power Factor, 1 KHz @ 77°F 0.026
Non-Volatile Content, % 1 MHz @ 77ºF 0.060
(Mixed System) 99.9
Volume Resistivity, ohm-cm @ 77°F 2.4 x 1012
@ 250ºF 9.6 x 1010
TYPICAL CURED PROPERTIES
Surface Resistivity, ohms @ 77°F 5.2 x 1013
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES @ 250ºF 3.5 x 1010
Color Amber or Black Insulation Resistance, megohms @ 77°F 900,000
Specific Gravity @ 77ºF 1.05 @ 250ºF 4,200
Tensile Strength, psi 5,000 After 10 days exposure @ 77ºF – 35,000
300% Modulus, psi 1,400 95% R.H. megohms
Ultimate Elongation, % 400 High Potential Resistance, 2,000 volts r.m.s., No breakdown
60 Hz
Tear Strength, pli, (Die C) 200 Flame Resistance, 55 amperes D.C. No ignition or
Hardness, Shore A 80 charring
Compression Set, % (22 hours @ 158ºF) 35
Volume Shrinkage, % 3.64

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PROCESSING PARAMETERS together thoroughly at this temperature or allowed to cool to
room temperature before combining. After having mixed the
Mix Ratio by weight, Resin/Hardener (A/B) 100/33 two components together, they should be degassed again at 1-5
mm of mercury.
Mix Ratio by volume, Resin/Hardener (A/B) 3/1
Application Life: Type I (two-part unit) NOTE: After mixing the two components together, any subsequent
2 lb. mass @ 77ºF 60-70 minutes operation should be performed as quickly as possible in order to
@140ºF 15-20 minutes minimize loss of application life.

CONATHANE EN-1556 potting and molding compound may

Mixed Viscosity: CONATHANE EN-1556 exhibits the be applied by ordinary casting techniques or by injection
following Time/Viscosity relationship when mixed at 77ºF in a 2 molding techniques.
lb. mass:
Time Viscosity For most injection molding applications, injection pressures of
Initial 10,400 cps 40-120 psi are generally used. If the molding compound is
injected at elevated temperatures (140ºF-180ºF), lower injection
10 minutes 11,200 cps pressures (10-30 psi) should be used to prevent air from being
20 minutes 14,800 cps trapped in the compound. Best results are obtained when the
30 minutes 22,000 cps part being molded and the mold itself are approximately 10ºF-
20ºF warmer than the compound being injected. It is
40 minutes 36,800 cps recommended that injection holes be located in the bottom of
50 minutes 69,200 cps the mold and air bleed holes located in the top to prevent air
60 minutes 153,000 cps pockets in the mold. Flash may be trimmed with a sharp knife
or razor blade. Molds should be coated with CONAP®
65 minutes 250,000 cps MR-5002 Mold Release to ensure easy removal of cast parts.

Cure: One of the following cure schedules is recommended to NOTE: Parts that come in direct contact with the mold should
obtain optimum results: be brush coated with CONATHANE EN-1556 to
prevent contamination of the primer or loss of
adhesion.
Demolding
Temperature Time* Cure Time Equipment should be cleaned immediately after use with methyl
@ 77ºF 24 hours 10-14 days ethyl ketone or a CONAP® solvent.
(Shore A 80 after 3 days)
@ 180ºF 60 minutes 16 hours BONDING CONATHANE EN-1556
(Shore A 70 after 2 hours) TO VARIOUS MATERIALS
@ 212ºF 30 minutes 8-10 hours
To obtain satisfactory adhesion, CONATHANE EN-1556
* Demolding time will vary with temperature, amount of should be applied only to dry surfaces that are free of dirt,
material, mold mass, and complexity of unit being potted or grease, oil, and mold release agents, and have been properly
molded. Specific demolding times should be evaluated primed with primers recommended herein.
thoroughly.
1. METALS - Clean and treat as recommended in
Do not open containers until ready to use. Part A and Part B Bulletin A-143. Apply CONAP AD-1146 primer and
may solidify when stored at temperatures below 75ºF. If air dry for 1 hour then bake for 2 hours at 160ºF-
solidification has occurred, loosen lid, warm to 120ºF-140ºF and 180ºF. Apply CONATHANE EN-1556 and cure as
mix thoroughly before using. Liquefication is complete when recommended.
the material is of a smooth, homogeneous consistency.
2. NEOPRENE - Wash neoprene thoroughly with
The two components should be mixed together thoroughly at MEK to remove dirt, oil, and grease. Abrade with
77ºF. Containers and stirrers should be metal or glass. DO suitable abrasive and clean loose particles with a clean,
NOT USE WOOD. Degas the mixed system until foaming dry brush. Apply CONAP PR-1167 primer and air
subsides (approximately 5 minutes at less than 5 mm of mercury dry for 1-2 hours or until tack free. See Bulletin
vacuum). Large quantities may require slightly longer periods of A-144 for complete details. Apply CONATHANE
degassing. Containers should be large enough to allow for EN-1556 and cure as recommended.
frothing during degassing. If the material is to be transferred to
a cartridge, it is suggested that the material be flowed down the 3. POLYVINYL CHLORIDE - Make the surface tacky
side of the cartridge carefully so as not to entrap air. with MEK and apply a thin, uniform coat of CONAP
AD-1161 primer to the tacky surface, then air dry for
For best results, it is suggested that both Part A and Part B be 30 minutes. See Bulletin A-117 for complete details.
heated to 140ºF and degassed separately for about 10 minutes at Apply CONATHANE EN-1556 and cure as
1-5mm of mercury. The two components can then be mixed recommended.
COLORING
CONATHANE EN-1556, as normally supplied, cures to a clear
amber or black solid.

STORAGE AND HANDLING

CONATHANE EN-1556 two-component units, and the
recommended primers, have a shelf life of 15 months from date
of manufacture when stored in the original, unopened containers
below 90ºF. CONATHANE EN-1556 Part A is an isocyanate
prepolymer and will react with atmospheric moisture. If
containers are opened and the contents only partially used, the
containers should be flushed with dry nitrogen or dry air (see
CONAP® Dri-Purge) before being resealed.

CAUTION: CONATHANE EN-1556 Part A contains traces

of free toluene diisocyanate (TDI). Good
ventilation should be provided in areas where
CONATHANE EN-1556 is being processed.
Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid contact with skin.
If contact does occur, wash with soap and water.

AVAILABILITY
CONATHANE EN-1556 is available in two-component units in
gallon, 5-gallon, and 55-gallon containers.

Primers CONAP AD-1146, CONAP AD-1161, and CONAP

PR-1167 are available in quart, gallon, and 5-gallon containers.

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