Alcohol-Sensitive Epoxy Formulations for Temporary or Repairable Embedment

Abstract

Repairable embedding epoxy formulations have been developed that are alcohol sensitive and hence can be readily removed with an alcohol without damage to the embedded components. The alcohol sensitivity is greatly enhanced with poly(N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone) as filler. Some basic thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties of the cured epoxies were found to be satisfactory. Being inherently more hydrophilic than the regular epoxy, the materials are not intended for the continuous use in an environment of high humidity. For occasional exposures, a low filler level or an application of a protective thin coating of a regular epoxy is advisable.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA027555

Entities

People

  • Keith C. Bruce
  • Sheng Yen Lee

Organizations

  • Harry Diamond Laboratories

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alcohols
  • Body Weight
  • Chemistry
  • Electrical Properties
  • Epoxy Resins
  • High Humidity
  • Humidity
  • Hydrophilic Properties
  • Infrared Spectra
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Methanols
  • Molecular Weight
  • Ordnance Laboratories
  • Organic Chemistry

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Surface Coatings Technology.
  • Systems Analysis and Design