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205 Fast Hardener

205 Fast Hardener is formulated for general coating and bonding applications at lower temperatures and to produce a rapid cure that develops its physical properties quickly at room temperature. 105/205 forms a high-strength, moisture-resistant solid bond with excellent bonding and barrier coating properties. Not intended for clear coating.

A white can of West System 205 Fast Hardener

PROJECT USES:

  • Marine
  • Boat Repair
  • Bonding
  • Fabrication
  • Barrier Coating

CURE TIME:

  • Pot life (100 grams cupful):
    • At 25°C: 10 to 15 minutes
  • Working time (thin film):
    • At 25°C: 60 to 70 minutes
  • Solid state:
    • At 25°C: 5 to 7 hours

*Epoxy cures faster at higher temperatures and in thicker applications

CURE TEMP:

  • Minimum recommended temperature: 5°C

 

PRODUCT SIZES:

  • Mini: 50g
  • Junior: 100g
  • 205-A: 0.2kg
  • 205-B: 1kg
  • 205-C: 5kg
  • 205-E: 45kg

*These sizes are 205 hardener sizes ONLY and exclude resin sizes.

205 Fast Hardener Facts

BONDING & CLAMPING

There are two types of structural bonding with epoxy. Two-step bonding is the preferred method for most situations because it promotes maximum epoxy penetration into the bonding surface and prevents epoxy-starved joints. Single-step bonding can be used when joints have minimal loads and excess absorption into porous surfaces is not a problem.

COLD WEATHER BONDING

It’s that time of year when we are keen to complete projects before the winter freeze sets in. As cold can compromise the strength of a cure, what can we do to speed up the process?

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