Description

GHEXA-MNT-CON-ACR-003 Transparent Hot Mounting Resin GHEXA-MNT-CON-ACR-003 is a premium transparent hot mounting resin with a fine white powder appearance, specially formulated for applications requiring optical clarity, visibility of embedded labels, or inspection of sample orientation. It offers rapid mounting, low shrinkage, excellent clarity after curing, and a hardness of Shore D 85–87, making it ideal as a top-layer resin or for mounting specimens where visual access to the embedded sample is essential. Fully dissolvable in Trojan-specific solvent for easy removal when needed.

Specifications

Key Applications & Uses

• Optical clarity mounting — Encapsulates specimens where visual inspection, transparency, or transmitted light microscopy is required after polishing.
• Label & identification embedding — Ideal as a top-layer resin to embed barcodes, serial numbers, sample IDs, or orientation labels that remain clearly visible.
• Specimen orientation preservation — Allows precise viewing of embedded sample position, coating layers, or defect locations in failure analysis.
• Thin coatings & surface features — Excellent for mounting plated, coated, or surface-treated parts where edge and surface detail must be optically accessible.
• Electronics & microelectronics — Transparent mounting of PCB cross-sections, wire bonds, solder joints, or microcomponents for non-destructive visual inspection.
• Research & development samples — Supports experimental alloys, composites, or novel materials needing clear observation of internal structures or interfaces.
• Teaching & demonstration labs — Creates visually appealing, transparent mounts for student projects, thesis displays, or educational presentations in materials science and metallurgy.

Why Choose from G-Hexa?

• Superior optical clarity — Achieves true colorless transparency after curing with minimal haze or yellowing—perfect for applications demanding visual access to the embedded specimen.
• Fine particle & rapid flow — Fine white powder ensures smooth, uniform filling and bubble-free mounts even in complex mold geometries.
• Versatile top-layer solution — Commonly used over opaque base resins to create dual-layer mounts with visible labels or orientation marks while maintaining structural integrity.
• Dissolvable design — Unique ability to dissolve in Trojan-specific solvent allows easy removal of the mount when sample recovery or re-preparation is required—valuable for R&D and failure analysis.
• Balanced hardness & edge retention — Shore D 85–87 provides sufficient rigidity for grinding/polishing while preserving delicate features and avoiding excessive brittleness.
• Fast, reliable curing — Optimized 6–8 min hold time and controlled low-rate cooling deliver high-quality transparent mounts with low shrinkage and excellent reproducibility.
• Complete ecosystem support — Fully compatible with G-Hexa hot mounting presses; backed by G-Hexa’s technical guidance, application notes, prompt supply, and availability of matching Trojan solvent—trusted by universities, research labs, pharma tooling, biotech, and industrial facilities across India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the main advantage of GHEXA-MNT-CON-ACR-003 over standard phenolic resins? A: It provides true optical clarity and transparency after curing, enabling visual inspection of the embedded sample, label readability, or transmitted light microscopy—features not possible with opaque phenolic resins.

Q: Can this resin be used as a standalone mounting material? A: Yes—for applications needing full transparency. It is also frequently used as a top layer over opaque base resins to add visibility of labels or sample orientation while maintaining overall mount strength.

Q: How do I dissolve the cured resin if needed? A: The resin is specifically dissolvable in Trojan solvent (available from G-Hexa). Follow the recommended immersion and temperature guidelines to safely recover the sample without damage.

Q: What mounting parameters are recommended? A: Use 160–180 °C temperature, 150–300 bar pressure (higher end for larger molds), 6–8 min hold time, and low cooling rate to minimize internal stresses and preserve clarity.

Q: Is it suitable for heat-sensitive samples? A: The 160–180 °C range is moderate; for very heat-sensitive materials, consider cold-mounting options. It performs excellently with most metallic and inorganic specimens.

Q: Why is low cooling rate specified? A: Slow cooling reduces thermal gradients inside the transparent mount, minimizing internal stresses, cracking, or haze—ensuring the highest optical quality.

Q: Which package size offers the best value? A: The 20 kg package (02.01.145) provides the lowest cost per kg for high-volume labs, while 1 kg and 4 kg sizes are ideal for smaller facilities or initial trials.

Q: Is this resin compatible with G-Hexa mounting presses? A: Yes—optimized for all G-Hexa hot mounting systems. Contact G-Hexa for precise parameter settings tailored to your press model and mold size.