APPLICATIONS
BE978 can be used for the following applications:
Master models
Patterns
Jigs and fixtures
Automotive modelling
PROPERTY VALUE TEST METHOD
COLOUR
Blue –
HARDNESS, SHORE D (+/-3)
73 ISO 868
DENSITY, KG/M
3
ca. 680
ISO 1183-1
GLASS TRANSITION TEMPERATURE (TG), C (+/-5) 145 ISO 11357
COEFFICIENT OF THERMAL EXPANSION (CTE) C 10
-6
K
-1
(+/-5) 39 ISO 11359
FLEXURAL MODULUS, MPA (+/-200) 2400 ISO 178
FLEXURAL STRENGTH, MPA (+/-5) 38 ISO 178
COMPRESSIVE MODULUS, MPA (+/-200) 2200 ISO 604
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH, MPA (+/-5) 50 ISO 604
FEATURES & BENEFITS
BE978 is a market-leading, premium epoxy tooling
material that provides reliable, consistent performance.
Excellent surface structure
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
for consistent, reliable performance
Excellent dimensional stability
Easy to machine
Inert surface
BE978
MARKET-LEADING EPOXY TOOLING BOARD
BE978 is a market-leading, medium-temperature, premium epoxy tooling material,
designed to provide reliable, consistent performance. BE978 is known for its
superior surface finish and excellent dimensional stability.
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
BOARD SIZES
BE978 is available in a range of sizes
(length x width +/- 1mm x depth +/- 0.5mm)
1524mm x 608mm x 50mm
1524mm x 608mm x 75mm
1524mm x 608mm x 100mm
1524mm x 608mm x 125mm
1524mm x 608mm x 150mm
1524mm x 608mm x 200mm
STORAGE OF MATERIAL
The boards must be stored indoors, on a flat dry
surface. Temperature variations must be avoided
during transportation and storage.
ANCILLARY MATERIALS
BE978 is available with compatible adhesives,
repair pastes, sealers and release agents.
For blocking up, back up or framing structures,
use a matched adhesive. Variations in the coefficients
of thermal expansion (CTE) of boards, adhesives and
back up or framing materials may introduce stress into
composite structures when they are heated or cooled.
Use caution with variations in CTE as this may cause
warping or micro cracking when subjected to heat.
Base Materials is an expert in high-performance
syntactic materials for a wide range of industries
including automotive, aerospace, foundry,
manufacturing, marine, motorsport, rail and subsea.
Customers are at the heart of what we do. Our proven
high-quality solutions are engineered to meet your
challenging application requirements.
CONTACT US
+44 (0)116 286 5073
sales@base-materials.com
www.base-materials.com
Disclaimer
The test data and results set forth herein are based on laboratory work and do not necessarily
indicate the results that the buyer or user will attain. Base Materials Limited makes no warranty
expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use. Under
no circumstances will Base Materials Limited be liable for incidental, consequential or other
damages, alleged negligence, breach of warranty, strict liability or any other legal theory arising
out of the use or handling of this product.