Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxies

Epoxies, however, are not always the best adhesive for bonding small engineering plastic components as the dispensing of the two-part versions can be problematic (see Section 8.1) and they are relatively slow to cure compared to most adhesive technologies (although the cure speed can be accelerated by heat). Some hardeners can be toxic and have a high odour and so this can cause health and safety issues in the workplace or at the dispensing station. 

Very-low-viscosity versions are generally not possible because the base resins often have a high molecular weight. 

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Table 3.3 Advantages and disadvantages of epoxy curing agents ...

Table 3.3. Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Curing AgentsOO...

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