Epoxy systems can be produced in different mixing ratios, the manufacturer must indicate the most accurate mixture ratio of the system he created on the product label, and the user must use these ratios accordingly. There is no single truth to this situation in epoxy systems. The mixing ratio is determined based on the properties of the resin and hardeners used by the manufacturer in production, and this ratio may vary in different types of epoxy systems.
If mixing ratios are determined by weight, the mixture should be made using a scale. If the mixing ratio is determined by volume, it can be mixed using volume containers. Since epoxy resins and epoxy hardeners have different specific weights, it is not correct to measure using volume containers in a system where weight must be calculated. The amount of hardener should not be used more or less than the specified ratio. Increasing the hardener ratio does not cause faster drying, on the contrary, it may cause the system to remain flexible by disrupting the reaction account.
Mixing ratios are generally; It is specified as 1: 1/2: 1/3: 1 … or 100: 100/100: 50/100: 33. The first number written refers to epoxy resin and the second written number refers to epoxy hardener. Which ratio is specified on the label of the product you use, you should base that value as the multiplier of the mixture you will prepare.
Example 1:
Resin to be used = Resinin Slim
Labeled Mix Ratio = 2:1
The amount of resin and hardener required for a total mixture of 90 grams;
Component A (Epoxy Resin): 60 grams
Component B (Epoxy Hardener): 30 grams
Example 2:
Resin to be used = Resinin Mass
Labeled Mix Ratio = 2.5:1 (10:4)
The amount of resin and hardener required for a total mixture of 21 kg;
Component A (Epoxy Resin): 15 kg
B Component (Epoxy Hardener): 6 kg