Akemi AKEPOX® 1005 — Highly Fluid 2-Component Epoxy for Strengtheni...
Description
Description
Akemi AKEPOX® 1005 — Highly Fluid 2-Component Epoxy for Strengthening & Filling Natural Stone
AKEPOX® 1005 is a very fluid, solvent-free, 2-component epoxy resin system with a modified amine hardener, used to firmly close cracks and pores in natural stone. Its low viscosity gives it highly penetrative properties, and the clear, light-transparent cure makes it best suited to light natural stone. The hardened resin is weather-resistant, has excellent grinding and polishing properties, increases the firmness and surface quality of the stone, and — when properly applied — is classified as harmless to health for bonded natural and artificial stone in contact with food.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Akemi |
| Manufacturer | AKEMI GmbH, Nürnberg, Germany |
| Article Number | 10676 (EPOX.10676) |
| Product Type | 2-component epoxy resin system (modified amine hardener) |
| Colour | Light transparent |
| Consistency | Very fluid / highly liquid (low viscosity, penetrative) |
| Mixing Ratio | 4:1 by weight (e.g. 100 g A : 25 g B) — or 7:2 by volume (175 ml : 50 ml) |
| Density | Comp. A 1.13 g/cm³; Comp. B 1.00 g/cm³ |
| Consumption | approx. 100–200 g/m² |
| Working Time (125 g) | 15°C (59°F): 30–35 min; 20°C (68°F): 20–25 min; 30°C (86°F): 5–10 min; 40°C (104°F): 3–5 min |
| Working Time (at 20°C by amount) | 25 g: 25–30 min; 125 g: 20–25 min; 1250 g: 15–20 min |
| Grind/Polish Ready | approx. 24 h at 20°C (68°F) room temperature; approx. 3 h at 60°C (140°F) if stone pre-warmed |
| Hardening (pre-warmed stone) | 30°C: 12 h; 40°C: 6 h; 50°C: 4 h; 60°C: 3 h |
| Minimum Processing Temperature | Not below 15°C (59°F) |
| Colouring | AKEPOX® Colouring Concentrates or Stone Ink, max. 5% |
| Bending Strength | 60–70 N/mm² (approx. 8,700–10,150 psi) |
| Tensile Strength | 35–40 N/mm² (approx. 5,075–5,800 psi) |
| Food Contact | Classified harmless to health for bonded natural/artificial stone in contact with food when properly applied |
| UV / Weathering | Weather-resistant; minimal tendency to yellow under UV or warmth |
| Solvent Content | Solvent-free |
| Shelf Life | At least 24 months stored dry and cool (5–25°C / 41–77°F) in the closed original container |
| Packaging | 1250 g (2-component, 2 cans) |
| Usage | For professional use only |
- Very low viscosity — highly penetrative for closing cracks and pores
- Hardens relatively quickly and cures clear, light-transparent
- Excellent grinding and polishing properties
- Increases the firmness and improves the surface quality of natural stone
- Solvent-free and weather-resistant with minimal tendency to yellow
- Food-safe cured bond when correctly applied (externally tested)
- Colour with AKEPOX® Colouring Concentrates or Stone Ink up to 5%
Mainly used in the stone-processing industry to strengthen porous and fissured natural stone slabs, concrete and concrete ashlar and to improve their surface qualities. In combination with spun-glass fabric it also reinforces brittle natural stone slabs. Pre-warming the stone to 60–70°C considerably increases penetration. Not to be used below 15°C, as it will not sufficiently harden.
Wear appropriate PPE. Follow manufacturer instructions and safety regulations.
