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5 INFILTRATING THE PART

INFILTRANT MATERIAL SYSTEM APPLICATION

Z-Max

Epoxy Starch and Plaster System Spray or Brush

Z-Bond

Cyanoacrylate Starch and Plaster System Spray, Brush, Drizzle

Z-Snap Epoxy zp250 Material System Spray, Brush, Drizzle

Wax Starch and Plaster System Spray or Dip

For an updated list, please visit the Z Corp. Users Website at www.zcorp-users.com

All parts can be infiltrated with a variety of resins to produce a range of material properties. As an

early stage design tool, it may not be necessary to infiltrate the parts at all. However, the true

versatility of the Z406 System is derived from the spectrum of material properties that can be

achieved by applying one of our infiltration materials to parts that will be exposed to a variety of

product testing environments. For additional information on how Z Corp. customers are utilizing our

line of infiltration products, call us at Z Corporation, or visit our user group website at www.zcorp-

users.com. You will also find other ways to finish your part in the next chapter, Applications.

5.1.1 USING Z-MAX

EPOXY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Wear lab coat, gloves (we recommend PVC Examination Gloves), face shield or goggles.

Face shield is required if spraying. Apply in ventilated hood.

• Use specialized containers recommended for dispensing and application. A system for

avoiding spills includes: Catch pan, waxed paper, or plastic drop cloth.

• Label disposal materials.

• Wear dust mask when sanding finished parts.

• Read the Material Safety Data Sheet for Z-Max prior to the use

of this material.

MIXING INSTRUCTIONS

• When using the 250 gm Z-Max kit simply pour the entire contents

of the Z-Max Hardener container into the Z-Max Resin container

and mix the two parts thoroughly for two minutes prior to

application. If less than 250 grams is desired, follow the

instructions for mixing by weight or volume.

• Mix 100 parts Z-Max Resin to 37 parts Z-Max Hardener by weight or 100 parts Z-Max Resin

to 41 parts Z-Max Hardener by volume. Mix the two parts thoroughly for two minutes before

application. The material has a working time of 35 minutes in a 425 gram mass. Please be

aware of the gel time while preparing quantities of material as the gel time decreases as the

quantity of material increases. It is recommended not to mix quantities over 425 grams.