ITWMarineTex Gray Marine Tex - 14oz - (MW)

Marine Tex Epoxy Putty Repair Kit - Gray

Marine-Tex, the leading high-strength repair compound is designed to fill, bond and rebuild wood, fiberglass, ceramic, glass, metal, masonry and many plastics. Marine-Tex is manufactured to withstand the harsh demands of both marine and industrial environments, as well as to provide many repair solutions for home, auto and hobby applications. Marine-Tex handles like putty, dries to a rock-like hardness, yet sands as easily as wood.

Marine-Tex is a creamy paste consistency that can be applied on vertical or horizontal surfaces, easily fills gaps, and can be shaped to rebuild damaged components. Marine-Tex paste provides waterproof repairs that can be used with fiberglass tape or cloth to bridge holes and to reinforce structural repairs as required. Emergency and permanent repairs to machinery and equipment, hulls, decks, stripped fasteners, piping and tanks are all easily accomplished with this repair kit. Marine-Tex epoxy can be sanded or ground to shape, tapped and drilled, and finished with most common paints and coatings. Wholesale Marine recommends that you stow a kit on board for emergency repairs.

Marine-Tex Epoxy Specifications:.

• Coverage:
• For 2 oz. Kit, 17 square inches at 1/8" thick
• For 14 oz. Kit, 124 square inches at 1/8" thick
• Mixing Ratio: 5 parts epoxy resin to 1 part hardener - by volume. To mix by weight, the ratio will be 6.3 parts resin to 1 part hardener. Epoxy must be at room temperature prior to mixing.
• Cure Time: 24 hours at a constant temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Lower temperatures will create longer cure times.

Application Tips:

• For best results and optimal adhesion, be sure to remove all contaminants (dirt, oil, grease) with acetone or lacquer thinner. Sand area, then remove grit to improve adhesion.
• Mix the proportioned components with a putty stick or hard plastic squeegee on a broad, flat surface-wood, cardboard or plastic.
• Mix only enough for 15 or 20 minutes of working time.
• After components are thoroughly mixed, spread your mixture into a long thin line to ensure a streak-free consistency and to ensure the maximum amount of time Marine-Tex Epoxy will be workable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Marine-Tex Epoxy Putty Repair Kit - Gray be used to repair?

Marine-Tex Epoxy Putty can fill, bond, and rebuild wood, fiberglass, ceramic, glass, metal, masonry, and many plastics. It can be used for repairs involving hulls, decks, stripped fasteners, piping, tanks, machinery, and equipment. The epoxy can also be shaped by sanding or grinding, tapped and drilled, and finished with most common paints and coatings.

How do I mix Marine-Tex Epoxy Putty?

Mix 5 parts epoxy resin with 1 part hardener by volume. When mixing by weight, use 6.3 parts resin to 1 part hardener. Both components should be at room temperature before mixing. Combine the components thoroughly on a broad, flat surface using a putty stick or hard plastic squeegee.

How long does Marine-Tex Epoxy take to cure?

Marine-Tex Epoxy cures in approximately 24 hours when maintained at a constant temperature of 72°F. Lower temperatures will result in longer cure times. For best results, allow the repair to cure according to the conditions specified before sanding, drilling, tapping, or applying finishes.

How should I prepare a surface before applying Marine-Tex Epoxy?

Remove contaminants such as dirt, oil, and grease using acetone or lacquer thinner. Sand the repair area to improve adhesion, then remove the sanding grit before applying the epoxy. Proper surface preparation helps Marine-Tex bond effectively to the repair surface.

How much area does Marine-Tex Epoxy cover?

The 2 oz. Marine-Tex kit covers approximately 17 square inches when applied at 1/8-inch thickness. The 14 oz. kit covers approximately 124 square inches at the same thickness. Actual coverage depends on the thickness and amount of epoxy used for the repair.

How much Marine-Tex Epoxy should I mix at one time?

Mix only enough Marine-Tex Epoxy for approximately 15 to 20 minutes of working time. After thoroughly combining the components, spread the mixture into a long, thin line on the mixing surface. This helps maintain a streak-free consistency while maximizing the available working time.

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