Originally posted by Kevin_W
Since Hysol 9462 (Aeropoxy) is a structural epoxy, and West Systems is a laminating epoxy I don't see the relevance for comparing the two.
Hmm, maybe it has to do with the fact that many people use West Systems as a structural epoxy, as referenced throughout this thread. I know I do. :stupid: There is significant overlap in their applications.
use it in most all epoxy applications I come across.
I love the way you can customize a batch for just about any application. Viscosity, cure-time, color, etc….
Can be used as a filler or fillet material with the addition of cab-o-sil or glass spheres. Add milled fibers for high strength or add chopped cf for custom molded small parts.
Just to be clear, Aeropoxy/9462 is not a direct replacement for West Systems. In certain applications where high heat is expected, 9462 or some other epoxy may be a better choice.
I love West Systems for molding, glassing, and structural stuff when used with cabosil. Didn't want to seem like I was busting on it. Just has a relatively low temp limit.
BTW - I left the url for the hysol data sheet off my earlier post:
http://www.glueguru.com/HyEpSelecGuide.htm