Vipel® K022 Series

Vinyl Ester Resin

Vipel® Fire Retardant Bisphenol A,

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin
TYPICAL CAST MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF VIPEL K022 AC, CC, & CD (1) SEE BACK PAGE
DESCRIPTION
Test Units of Measure K022-AC Series K022-CC Series K022-CD Series
AOC's Vipel K022 series is a brominated
Tensile Strength psi/Mpa 12,500/86 12,000/83 12,000/83 bisphenol A epoxy vinyl ester resin dis-
Tensile Modulus psi/Gpa 520,000/3.6 520,000/3.6 520,000/3.6 solved in styrene. Vipel K022 series is
Tensile Elongation % 4.7 5.4 4.6 ideally suited for use in hand lay-up, spray
Flexural Strength, psi/Mpa 21,300/147 20,700/143 20,700/143 -up, filament winding and pultrusion pro-
cesses where outstanding mechanical
Flexural Modulus psi/Gpa 530,000/3.7 530,000/3.7 530,000/3.7
properties and excellent resistance to
Heat Distortion Temp °F/°C @ 264 psi 241/116 234/112 234/112 chemicals and heat are required. Vipel
Barcol Hardness 39 40 40 K022-CN series contains antimony prod-
ucts.
TYPICAL CAST MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF VIPEL K022 CN, & E SERIES (1) SEE BACK PAGE
Test Units of Measure K022-CN Series K022-E Series
BENEFITS
Tensile Strength psi/Mpa 11,000/76 12,500/86
Fire Retardant
Tensile Modulus psi/Gpa 530,000/3.7 510,000/3.5
Some Vipel K022 versions do not require
Tensile Elongation % 3 4.5 antimony trioxide to meet ASTM E 84
Flexural Strength, psi/Mpa 20,100/138 21,500/149 Class I flame spread requirements.
Flexural Modulus psi/Gpa 560,000/3.9 540,000/3.7
Heat Distortion Temp °F/°C @ 264 psi 237/114 237/114 Mechanical Properties
Barcol Hardness 34 39 Vipel K022 is suitable for moldings that
are subjected to particularly high static or
Gel Peak dynamic loads. Vinyl ester resins have
Viscosity, Thix Gel to Specific Styrene
Versions Time , Exotherm excellent resistance to sustained heat.
cps Index Peak, min Gravity Content, %
min °F/°C
K022‐ACA‐0 0  450 1  NA  21 2  13  340/171  1.15  39 
K022‐ACP‐20  450 1  N/A  20 5  11  365/185  1.16  39  Versatile
K022‐ACT‐30  450 1  2.5 6  30 5  14  350/177  1.15  40  Wide formulating capabilities allow for use
K022‐ACT‐45  450 1  2.0  455  17  338/170  1.14  40  in many processes and for optimization of
K022‐CCC‐00  450 1  NA  22 2  12  330/166  1.15  39  cost/performance.
K022‐CCK‐18  500 3  2.0 4  18 5  14  350/177  1.11  44 
K022‐CCL‐00  500 3  2.0 4  25 7  15  365/185  1.11  44  Corrosion Resistance
K022‐CDC‐00  350 1  NA  22 2  12  335/168  1.13  42  Vipel K022 is highly resistant to a number
K022‐CNC‐00  450 1  NA  35 2  13  350/177  1.16  39 
of chemical environments. Refer to AOC's
K022‐CND‐00  350 1  NA  22 2  12  335/168  1.13  41 
"Corrosion Resistant Resin Guide" for
K022‐CNP‐25  450 1  NA  25 5  14  350/177  1.16  39 
corrosion resistance information or for
K022‐EAA‐4 0  225 3  NA  40 5  13  226/130  1.12  43 
questions regarding suitability of a resin to
K022‐EBB‐00  225 3  NA  25 2  12  350/177  1.12  43 
any particular chemical environment con-
NA‐Not applicable  tact AOC.
1) 77°F/25°C Brookfield RV viscosity spindle 2 at 20 rpm 
2) 77°F/25°C Gel  me with 0.3% cobalt 6%, 0.05% DMA and 1.25% MEKP    
*3) 77°F/25°C Brookfield LV viscosity spindle 3 at 60 rpm 
4) 6/60 rpm Thix Index 
5) 77°F/25°C Gel  me with 1.25% MEKP 
6) 2/20 rpm Thix Index  
7) 77°F/25°C Gel  me with 0.4% Cobalt 6%, 0.05% DMA and 1.25% MEKP 
 
Typical proper es are not to be construed as specifica ons. 
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FLAMMABILITY PROPERTIES ASTM E-84 TUNNEL TEST**

ASTM E 84
Versions % Antimony Trioxide Flame Spread Smoke Developed
K0 22 ‐AC Series     25  500 
K022‐C C Series     30  563 
K02 2 ‐CNC and CNP Series     10  650 
K0 22 ‐CND‐00     15  900 
   40  765 
K022‐CD Series 
1.5  10  800 
K022‐EAA Series     25  800 
** 2 plies of 2.0 ounce per square foot (600 grams per square meter) fiber glass chopped strand mat Fiberglass content - 30%
Laminates were post cured at 212°F/100°C for 3 hours.

Note: The degree of fire resistance of a cured resin is characterized by the ASTM E 84 test. This test is performed under
strictly controlled conditions where a flame spread rating is assigned according to comparisons with test set-point materials.
The behavior of the end-users composite cured under controlled conditions can vary significantly in an actual fire situation due
to the large number of unpredictable variables associated with actual fire situations.

V K022‐AC, C 
®   E S  T  P  T  A  V  T   
Temperature, °F/°C Physical Property Casting Chopped Mat*** RTP-1 Laminate****
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 12,000/83 15,000/103 21,500/148
Ambient Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 520,000/3.6 1,400,000/9.6 1,770,000/12
4.6 1.6 1.7
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 9,900/68 16,500/114 21,500/148
Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 436,000/3.0 1,200,000/8.3 1,650,000/11
150/66
Elongation,% 5.1 2 1.8
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 7,200/50 13,000/90 21,000/145
Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 415,000/2.8 1,000,000/6.9 1,480,000/10
200/93
Elongation,% 6.1 2.1 1.7
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 1,200/8 7,900/54 13,000/90
Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 128,000/0.9 490,000/3.4 800,000/5.5
250/121
Elongation,% >10 2.2 2
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 210/1.5 6,000/42 9,500/66
Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 1,900/0.01 420,000/2.9 850,000/5.9
275/135
Elongation,% 11.5 4.4 1.3
Tensile strength, psi/MPa 4,200/29 7,100/49
Tensile modulus, psi/GPa 420,000/2.9 630,000/4.3
300/149
Elongation,% 2.3 1.2
Glass Content,% 29 37

*** Laminates made with 3 plies of 1.5 oz (450 grams/m2) chopped strand mat
****Laminates made with veil/5plies of 1.5 oz mat(450 grams/m2), 24 oz (814 grams/m2) woven roving. (veil/3M/R/M/R/M)

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PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES STORAGE STABILITY ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED

A. Keep full strength catalyst levels Vipel K022-ACT-30, K022-ACP-20, The Quality Management Systems at
between 1.0% - 2.5% of the total resin K022-CCK-18, K022-CNP-25, K022- every AOC manufacturing facility have
weight. EAA-40 and K022-PAA-16 are stable been certified as meeting ISO
for 3 months from the date of manufac- 9001:2008 standards. This certification
B. Maintaining shop temperatures be- ture when stored in original containers, recognizes that each AOC facility has
tween 65°F/18°C and 90°F/32°C and away from direct sunlight or other UV an internationally accepted model in
humidity between 40% and 90% will light sources and at or below 77°F place for managing and assuring quali-
help the fabricator make a high quality (25°C). All other Vipel K022 products ty. We follow the practices set forth in
part. Consistent shop conditions con- are stable for 6 months from the date of this model to add value to the resins we
tribute to consistent gel times and will manufacture when stored in original make for our customers
help the fabricator make a high quality containers, away from direct sunlight or
part. other UV light sources and at or below FOOTNOTES
77°F (25°C). (1) Based on tests of Vipel K022 at 77°
F/25°C and 50% relative humidity. All tests
C. Finished part surfaces that have performed on unreinforced cured resin cast-
been cured at room temperature in con- Storage stability of two months or less ings. Thixotropic components, if applicable,
tact with air should be relatively tack should be anticipated if the storage are excluded from casting samples. Castings
free. They may not, however, be fully temperature exceeds 86°F (30°C). were post cured.
cured and are thus not as resistant to
chemicals as a fully cured part. If no After extended storage, some drift may (2) The gel times shown are typical but may
occur in the product viscosity and gel be affected by catalyst, promoter, inhibitor
further laminating is planned, a 10%
time. concentration, resin, mold, and shop temper-
solution of 5% paraffin wax
ature. Variations in gelling characteristics
solution (MP 115-118°F/46-48°C) in can be expected between different lots of
styrene may be added to the last resin SAFETY catalysts and at extremely high humidities.
layer to provide a tack free surface. See appropriate Material Safety Data Pigment and fillers can retard or accelerate
Sheet for guidelines. gelation. It is recommended that the fabrica-
D. Optimum cure and performance may tor check the gelling characteristics of a
be obtained by post curing room tem- small quantity of resin under actual operating
conditions prior to use.
perature cured laminates for two hours
at 158-212°F/70-100°C.

E. Room temperature curing by means

of cobalt acceleration should be com-
pleted with low hydrogen peroxide con-
tent MEKP catalyst to minimize foam-
ing.

DESPITE THE GENERAL FLAME RETARDANCY OF THIS SERIES OF PRODUCTS, ANY LAMINATE OR OTHER
PRODUCTS MADE WITH FIRE RETARDANT RESINS WILL BURN IF SUBJECT TO AN ENVIRONMENT WITH A
SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF HEAT OR OXYGEN.

The information contained in this data sheet is based on laboratory data and field experience. We believe this infor-
mation to be reliable, but do not guarantee its applicability to the user’s process or assume any liability for occur-
rences arising out of its use. The user, by accepting the products described herein, agrees to be responsible for
thoroughly testing each such product before committing to production.

Our recommendations should not be taken as inducements to infringe any patent or violate any law, safety code or
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