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Unsaturated Resins

Products for Composites and Cast Polymers

AOC is a leading global supplier of unsaturated polyesters, vinyl esters, gel
coats, additives and dispersions for composites and cast polymers. AOC
technologies encompass all open and closed mold manufacturing processes
and serve all end-use market sectors. AOC helps develop complete material
systems that are backed by a technical support team who offers comprehensive,
cost-saving solutions. AOC technical expertise covers all areas, including low-
styrene formulations that process and perform as well as or, in many cases,
better than traditional resins and gel coats.

AOC products are manufactured in facilities strategically located

throughout North America, Europe and Asia. AOC facilities use
proprietary process control for batch-to-batch consistency.

Acrylic Bonding Resins

Cast Polymer Resins
Corrosion-Resistant Resins
Corrosion-Resistant & Fire Retardant Resins
Filled Application Resins
Fire Retardant Resins
Gel Coats
Hand Lay-Up, Spray-Up Resins
Marine Resins
Pultrusion Resins
RTM Resins
SMC/BMC Resins
If you have questions or comments or need a specific product or service that is not
among our standard offerings, please email the following AOC representatives:

AOC Sales & Marketing Contacts

Contact Address Telephone Email
Inside the U.K.
Broomvale Three B Tel: 01473 835750
Stephen Olle Broomvale Business solle@aoc-resins.com
Managing Director Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K.
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 44 1473 835750
IP8 4JU U.K Fax: + 44 1473 835751
Inside the U.K.
Broomvale Three B Tel: 01473 835750
Frank Cook Broomvale Business fcook@aoc-resins.com
UK Sales Director Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K.
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 44 1473 835750
IP8 4JU U.K Fax: + 44 1473 835751
Inside the U.K.
Broomvale Three B Tel: 01473 835750
Ronny Ledent
Broomvale Business rledent@aoc-resins.com
European Sales
Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K.
Manager
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 44 1473 835750
IP8 4JU U.K Fax: + 44 1473 835751
Broomvale Three B
Christian Oberleitner Broomvale Business
Marketing Manager Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K. coberleitner@aoc-resins.com
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 43 2252 254494
IP8 4JU U.K Fax: + 43 2252 254495

Via delle Groane, 126 crebuscini@aoc-resins.com

Claudio Rebuscini 20024 Garbagnate Outside Italy
Milanese (MI) Telefono: +39 99088365
Italy Telefax: +39 99088384
Inside the U.K.
Broomvale Three B Tel: 01473 835750
Broomvale Business ahorton@aoc-resins.com
Andy Horton
Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K.
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 44 1473 835750
IP8 4JU U.K. Fax: + 44 1473 835751
Inside the U.K.
Broomvale Three B Tel: 01473 835750
Heinz Fuerst Broomvale Business hfuerst@aoc-resins.com
Centre Little Blakenham Outside the U.K.
Ipswich, Suffolk Tel: + 44 1473 835750
IP8 4JU U.K. Fax: + 44 1473 835751

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 Markets and Applications
Acrylic Bonding
AOC develops the most technologically advanced bonding resins for manufacturers of thermoplastic-lined
spas and bathware. In addition to providing superior adhesion, HyCryl™ bonding resins are designed for
improved throughputs and high filler loadings – even in low-styrene formulations. For some manufacturers,
exceptional HyCryl™ bonding reduces storage, mixing and processing costs because a single resin is used
to back up a variety of surfaces, including gel coat, acrylic and ABS.

Product Description Features and Benefits

C520-A HyCryl™ Polyester Resin for HyCryl™ C520-A Series is a fully promoted, • Cure Profile - Designed for good even cure
Acrylic Spas, Tubs & Showers air drying, thixotropic polyester resin. with moderate exotherm
C520-B HyCryl Polyester Resin for HyCryl™ C520-B Series is a fully promoted, • Cure Profile-Designed for good even cure with
Acrylic Tubs, Spas and Showers air drying, thixotropic polyester resin. moderate exotherm
• Wetout/Rollout - Designed for ease of
processability
C515-A HyCryl™ Polyester Resin for HyCry™ C515-A Series is a fully promoted, • Low Styrene - New industry low in styrene
Bonding to ABS thixotropic polyester resin that may be used content for product that bonds to ABS.
neat or filled. • Cure Profile -Can be used filled as a one resin
system that bonds to ABS. Quick gel time with a
moderate peak temperature.
• Wetout/Rollout -Designed for minimum roll
Enhanced processability
 Markets and Applications
Cast Polymer
Manufacturers of marble, onyx, solid surface and other cast polymer applications can benefit with the AOC
system of resin and gel coat. Select from many low styrene alternatives to meet regulator standards.

Product Description Features and Benefits

A596-MAB Vicast® Polyester Resin Vicast® A596-MAB-15 is a medium
for Marble Applications reactivity pre-promoted dual purpose
casting resin.
A668-EHA Vicast® Polyester Resin Vicast® A668-EHA is a high reactivity, low
for Filled Casting Applications viscosity, pre-promoted filled casting resin.
This resin is used to produce to decorative
castings and figurines.
B630-PCA Orthophthalic-Modified AOC's B630-PCA is a pre-promoted
Resin for Auto Body Putty polyester resin for room temperature cure
Applications with benzoyl peroxide catalyst.
A707-MAC Vicast® ISO/NPG Vicast® A707-MAC is a high reactivity pre-
Polyester Resin for Solid Surface promoted ISO/NPG solid surface casting
Applications resin. This resin is used to produce solid
color and granite effect sheets and bowls.
A717-LRB Vicast® ISO/NPG Acrylic Vicast® A717-LRB is a high reactivity pre-
Modified Polyester Resin for Solid promoted ISO/NPG Acrylic Modified solid
Surface Applications surface casting resin. This resin is used to
produce solid color and granite effect
sheets and bowls.
A717-MBC Vicast® ISO/NPG Acrylic Vicast® A717-MBC is a high reactivity pre-
Modified Polyester Resin for Solid promoted ISO/NPG Acrylic Modified solid
Surface Applications surface casting resin. This resin is used to
produce solid color and granite effect
sheets and bowls.
B830-BKZ Semi-Rigid Polyester AOC's B830-BKZ is a semi-rigid, pre-
Resin promoted, non-thixotropic,
for Auto Body Putty dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) modified,
Applications polyester resin for room temperature cure
with benzoyl peroxide catalyst.
A830-PKH Vicast® Polyester Resin AOC's Vicast® A830-PKH is a non-
for Polymer Concrete or Other Highly thixotropic, pre-promoted, semi-rigid,
Filled Applications polyester resin. The Vicast® A830-PKH is
designed and formulated to give rapid cures
with high loads of inorganic fillers.
• Low color
• Medium viscosity
Fast cure
• Consistent, accurate coloring of cured marble
and onyx matrix
Fast demold times
• Good filler loading
• Rapid demolding
• Consistent, accurate coloring cured solid
surface
• High filler loading
• Good adhesion to metal
• High tensile elongation
• Pre-promoted
• Non-staining
• Formulated for use with talc and microballoons
as a body putty
• Accepts up to 60% filler loading
• Has an extended shelf life when compared to
standard polyester resins
• Premium ISO/NPG polymer
• Low Color
• Fast cure
• Excellent stain and blush resistancy
• Consistent, accurate coloring of cured solid
surface
• Fast demold
• Premium ISO/NPG polymer
• Acrylic Modified
• Low Color
• Fast cure
• Good air release
• Excellent stain and blush resistancy
• Increased uv stability
• Consistent, accurate coloring cured solid
surface
• Fast demold
• Premium ISO/NPG polymer
• Acrylic Modified
• Low Color
• Fast cure
• Excellent stain and blush resistancy
• Increased uv stability
• Consistent, accurate coloring of
• cured solid surface
• Fast demold
• Good adhesion to metal
• Pre-promoted
• Formulated for use with talc and microballoons
as a body putty type resin
• Accepts up to 60% talc loading
• Has an extended shelf life when compared to
our standard polyester resins
• Fast mold turnover
• High filler loading
• Durable products

Corrosion Resins
Vipel ® corrosion-resistant resins offer proven, durable performance for a world of end-uses such as pipe,
tanks, water and wastewater treatment, chemical processing, pulp and paper, mining and power generation.
From isophthalics and terephthalics to high performance vinyl esters, choose the Vipel ® resin that most
cost-effectively targets specifications for chemical and temperature resistance, mechanical properties, flame
retardance, low smoke and code approvals for potable water, food contact and other standards.
Product
F010-CNX Vipel® Corrosion
Resistant Bisphenol A, Epoxy Vinyl
Ester Resins
F085 Vipel® Corrosion Resistant
Epoxy Novolac Vinyl Ester Resin
F701 Vipel® Corrosion Resistant
Isophthalic Polyester Resin
Markets and Applications
Description
Vipel® F010-CNX-00 is a bisphenol A
epoxy-based vinyl ester resin dissolved in
styrene. The Vipel® F010-CNX-00 is ideally
suited for use in hand lay-up, sprayup,
filament winding, SMC, and pultrusion
processes where outstanding mechanical
properties and excellent resistance to
chemicals and heat are required.
Vipel® F085 series is an epoxy novolac
vinyl ester resin dissolved in styrene.
Vipel® F701 series resins are high
molecular weight, two stage isophthalic,
unsaturated polyester resins with the wet
out, cure and handling characteristics of
general purpose resins.
Features and Benefits
• Versatile - Wide formulating capabilities
allow for use in many processes and for
optimization of cost/performance.
• Unique composition produces a tough
and versatile resin with excellent crack
and craze resistance in molded parts.
• Mechanical Properties -Vipel® F010 is
suitable for moldings that are subjected
to particularly high static or dynamic
loads. Vinyl ester resins have excellent
resistance to sustained heat.
• Corrosion Resistant- Vipel® F010 is
highly resistant to hydrogen peroxide,
and alkalis, and performs well in various
stages of hypochlorite and chlorine
production. Refer to AOC’s Vipel®
Corrosion Resistant Resin Guide for
corrosion resistance information.
• Corrosion resistance - The epoxy
novolac backbone chemistry provides
resistance to acids and bases and has
superior resistance to many organic
solvents. Vipel F085 series is generally
resistant to liquids and vapors at higher
temperatures than standard bisphenol-A
epoxy vinyl ester resins.
• Mechanical Properties - The Vipel
F085 series is suitable for moldings that
are subjected to particularly high static
and dynamic loads. It is resistant to
internal stress cracking under high
loading.
• Versatile - Suitable for various
fabricating methods such as hand lay-up,
filament winding etc.
• Corrosion resistance -AOC's Vipel®
F701series provides excellent corrosion
resistance when used in contact with
inorganic and organic acids. Solvent
resistance is field-proven for many fuels,
including gasoline, kerosene, heating oil
and crude oils. Refer to AOC's
"Corrosion Resistant Resin Guide" for
corrosion resistance information listed
under Vipel® F701.
• Versatile - Suitable for various
fabricating methods such as hand lay-up,
spray-up, filament winding, etc.

F738 Vipel® Resilient Isophthalic
Polyester Resin
F764-PT Vipel® Corrosion High
Cross Linked Isophthalic Polyester
Resin
Markets and Applications
Vipel® F738 series resins are two stage
isophthalic polyester resins with excellent
mechanical properties.
Vipel F764-PT series is a high cross-linked
isophthalic polyester resin.
• Corrosion resistance - Refer to AOC's
"Corrosion Resistant Resin Guide" for corrosion
resistance information listed under Vipel
F738. Vipel F738 series resins are used where
improved chemical resistance over typical
general-purpose resins is required.
• Versatile - Vipel F738 series resins are used
for filament winding, pultrusion, hand lay-up,
spray up and tooling applications
• Corrosion Resistance - AOC's Vipel F764-PT
series provide excellent corrosion resistance
when used in contact with inorganic and
organic acids. Refer to AOC's "Corrosion
Resistant Resin Guide" for corrosion resistance
information listed under Vipel F764. Solvent
resistance is field-proven for many fuels
including gasoline, kerosene, heating oil and
crude oils.
• Versatile - Suitable for various fabricating
methods such as hand lay-up, spray-up,
filament winding, etc.

Corrosion and Fire Retardant Resins
Vipel® corrosion and Firepel® fire-resistant resins offer a range of technologies to address the issues of
public safety, government regulations and insurance stipulations. End-use applications include interiors and
exteriors of mass transit vehicles, and structures, panels and architectural elements for building
construction. AOC will assist customers in determining where ATH, synergists or other system strategies
are best suited to achieve desired flame.
Product
K022 Vipel® Fire Retardant
Bisphenol A Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resins
K022-C Vipel® Fire Retardant
Bisphenol A Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resins
K190 Vipel® Fire Retardant Chlorendic
Polyester Resins
Markets and Applications
Description
Vipel® K022 series is a brominated
bisphenol A epoxy vinyl ester resin
dissolved in styrene
Vipel® K022-C Series is a brominated
bisphenol A epoxy vinyl ester resin
dissolved in styrene
Vipel K190 series are promoted,
thixotropic chlorendic polyester resins
designed for fire resistant and
corrosion resistant applications
Features and Benefits
• Fire Retardant - The Vipel K022-AAA-00
requires no antimony trioxide to meet ASTM E
84 Class I flame spread and smoke
requirements.
• Mechanical Properties - Vipel K022 is suitable
for moldings that are subjected to particularly
high static or dynamic loads. Vinyl ester resins
have excellent resistance to sustained heat.
• Versatile - Wide formulating capabilities allow
for use in many processes and for optimization of
cost/performance.
• Corrosion Resistance - Vipel K022 is highly
resistant to a number of chemical environments.
Refer to AOC's Vipel® Corrosion Resistant
Resins Guide for corrosion resistance
information.
• Fire Retardant -The Vipel K022-C Series
requires only 1.5% antimony trioxide to meet
ASTM E 84 Class I flame spread requirements.
• Mechanical Properties -AOC's Vipel K022-C
Series is suitable for moldings that are subjected
to particularly high static or dynamic loads. Vinyl
ester resins have excellent resistance to
sustained heat.
• Versatile - Wide formulating capabilities allow for
use in many processes and for optimization of
cost/performance.
• Corrosion Resistance - The Vipel K022-C
Series is highly resistant to a number of chemical
environments. Refer to AOC's Vipel® Corrosion
Resistant Resins Guide for corrosion resistance
information
• Flame/Smoke Resistance - Vipel® K190-A and
Vipel K190-B series resins meet ASTM E 84
Class I and II respectively when 3.0% antimony
trioxide is added.
• Heat Resistance - Vipel® K190-B series is
designed for high temperature applications.
• Versatile - Suitable for various fabricating
methods such as hand lay-up, filament winding,
etc.
• Corrosion Resistance- Vipel® K190 is highly
resistant to a number of chemical environments.
Refer to AOC's Vipel Corrosion Resistant Resins
Guide for corrosion resistance information.
 Markets and Applications
Fire Retardant Resins
Firepel® fire-resistant resins offer a range of technologies to address the issues of public safety, government
regulations and insurance stipulations. End-use applications include interiors and exteriors of mass transit
vehicles, amusement and theme park attractions, and structures, panels and architectural elements for
building construction. AOC will assist customers in determining where ATH, synergists or other system
strategies are best suited to achieve desired flame

Product Description Features and Benefits

K130 Firepel® Polyester Resin for
Fire Retardant Applications
K133 Firepel® Polyester Resin for
Filled Fire Retardant
Applications
K320 Firepel® Polyester Resin for
Filled Fire Retardant
Applications
Firepel® K130 series resins are designed
for fire resistant applications where ASTM
E 84 Class I flame and smoke development
are required
Firepel® K133-A series resins are
specifically designed to be blended with
alumina trihydrate (ATH) to provide fire
retardant properties
Firepel® K320-A series are promoted, non
thixotropic resins specifically designed to be
blended with alumina trihydrate (ATH) to
provide fire retardant properties
• Fire Retardant -Firepel K130 PT, NN and TT
series meet ASTM E 84 Class I flame and
smoke requirements
• Low VOC- All Firepel K130 versions contain
less than 35% styrene.
• Versatile - Suitable for various fabricating
methods such as hand lay-up, spray-up,
filament winding, etc. The Firepel K130 series
molecular architecture provides an excellent
balance of fire retardant, physical properties
and cost.
• Fire Resistance - Laminates made with Firepel
K133-A series have passed the UL 94-HB,
UL94-5V and UL 94-V-0 test requirements.
• Low Cost -Firepel K133-A series provide an
option to produce economical fire retardant
laminates.
• Fire Resistance - Firepel K320-A series
resins are designed for use in filled applications
where fire retardancy and low smoke emissions
are required.
• Toxicity - Composites made with Firepel
K320-A series resins have low toxicity values
due to the absence of halogens.
 Markets and Applications
Filled Systems
Higher filler loadings are used in numerous composite applications to achieve specific mechanical and
physical properties, to reduce shrinkage and/or to lower costs. HyFill™ fillable resins are engineered to
meet these requirements while simultaneously ensuring optimum processing characteristics. AOC support
technicians work with customers get the maximum benefit from special HyFill™ resin cost-performance
technologies.

Product Description Features and Benefits

C947-C HyFill™ Low Styrene HyFill™ C947-C is a pre-promoted
Polyester Resin for Filled Systems thixotropic, polyester resin designed to be
used with filler.
C947-D HyFill™ Polyester Resin for HyFill™ C947-D is a medium reactive,
Filled Laminating Systems thixotropic, pre-promoted resin designed to
be in filled applications.
C949-B HyFill™ Low Styrene HyFill™ C949-B is a pre-promoted
Polyester Resin for Filled Laminating thixotropic, polyester resin.
C979-D HyFill™ New Generation HyFill™ C979-D Series is a next
Resin for Filled Applications generation, low styrene resin developed for
customers who manufacture truck top type
applications. It has a styrene content of
30% with an enhanced Heat Distortion
Temperature.
• HyFill™ C947-C allows for higher filler
loading
• Lower styrene content at equal viscosity
than standard products
• Improved ease of rollout
• High heat distortion temperature
• Very fast hardness development
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for
increased production rates without loss of
surface profile
• Reduced post print
• Designed for quick and complete fiber
wet-out
• Will provide good physical proper ties in
finished part
• Capable of higher filler loadings.
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for
increased production rates without loss of
surface profile
• Reduced post print
• Good wetout/rollout properties will
provide good physical properties in
finished part
• Reduced shrinkage
• Low VOC Content
• Low Styrene content
• Improved Heat Distortion Temperature
• Medium Reactivity
• Good wet out and Roll out
• Designed for truck cap type application
 Markets and Applications
Gel Coats
Vibrin® gel coats and Hydropel® high performance marine gel coats bring the highest performance and
aesthetics to the surface of composite and cast polymer applications. AOC gel coat systems meet specific
requirements for color, gloss, protection, durability, processability and low styrene content. Vibrin® and
Hydropel® gel coats deliver the added values of superior quality and consistency, chemical expertise and
control, and technical support dedicated to helping the customer succeed.

Product Description Features and Benefits

G112 LA Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat Vibrin® G112-AA is a fully promoted, • Excellent sandability and processability
for Sanding Applications thixotropic, orthophthalic polyester gel coat make the product ideal for the production
for spray applications. of parts that are later painted such as in
the transportation and recreational
vehicle markets.
• Fast cure, which enables fast part cycle
times.
• Resistant to porosity, which allows easy
painting with no surface defects.
G141 Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat for Vibrin® G141 is a fully promoted, • Economical
Air Dry Surface Coating Applications thixotropic, air drying, orthophthalic • Good levelling
polyester gelcoat for spray applications • Cures to tack free surface
• Low gloss
G209 Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat forVibrin® G209 is a fully promoted, • Fast Cure
Spray Applications thixotropic, isophthalic polyester gelcoat for • Water Resistant
spray applications • Superior Processability
G220-AA Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat Vibrin® G220-AA is a fully promoted, • Resilient
for Spray Applications thixotropic, isophthalic polyester gelcoat for • Water resistant
spray applications • User friendly
• Fast cure
• Good weathering characteristics
G252 Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat forVibrin® G252 is a fully promoted, • High gloss
Tooling Applications thixotropic, polyester gelcoat designed for • High heat distortion
spray applications. Consult the Colour
Selector for examples of colours available.
G290-AA Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat Vibrin®G290-AA is a fully promoted, • Excellent water and stain resistance
for Brushing Applications thixotropic, isophthalic polyester gelcoat for • High gloss
brushing applications • Good depth of color
• Excellent gloss retention
G300 Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat for Vibrin® G300 is a fully promoted, • Superior water resistance
Spray Applications thixotropic, neopentyl glycol-isophthalic • High gloss
polyester gelcoat for spray applications • Good gloss retention

G300-AA Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat Vibrin® G300-AA is a fully promoted, • Superior water resistance
for Spray Applications thixotropic, neopentyl glycol-isophthalic • High gloss
polyester gelcoat for spray applications. • Good UV resistance
G390 Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat for Vibrin® G390 is a fully promoted, • Good levelling
Brushing Applications thixotropic, neopentyl glycol-isophthalic • Long gel time
polyester gelcoat for brushing applications. • Superior water resistance
Consult • Good gloss retention
the Colour Selector for examples of colours
available.
Vibrin® G390 Polyester Gelcoat Vibrin® Polyester Gelcoat • Good levelling
for Brushing Applications • Long gel time
• Superior water resistance
• Good gloss retention

Hand Lay up Spray up
AOC is maintaining its leadership position in the research, development and manufacturing of open mold
material systems. Our low-styrene resins and gel coats for hand lay-up, spray-up and filament winding allow
customers to meet stringent regulatory requirements with minor, if any, modifications to proven
manufacturing practices. Expert technical support from AOC can keep you on a path of higher profits,
quality and consistency.
Product
H830-MKB-12 Hand Lay-up and
Spray-up Marine Resin
H834-R Altek ®Low Styrene
Low Profile Laminating Resin
H834-G Altek® Low Profile
Laminating Resin
H520-B Altek® General Purpose
Orthophthalic Polyester Laminating
Resin
Markets and Applications
Description
AOC's H830-MKB-12 has been used as
the laminating resin system in products
that have satisfied the criteria of the Water
Bylaws Scheme (based up on
BS6920:Part 1: 1990 "Specification") and
thus comply with the Water Bylaws
Scheme Test of Effect on Water Quality.
Altek® H834-R is a medium reactive,
thixotropic, pre- promoted, low profile, low
styrene resin.
Altek® H834-G is a medium reactive,
thixotropic, pre-promoted, low profile
resin.
Altek® H520-B is a prepromoted,
thixotropic, general purpose low reactive
orthophthalic polyester resin.
Features and Benefits
• Superior surface cosmetics
• Ease of roll-out
• Tough, durable parts
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for faster
production rates without loss of surface profile
• Reduced post cure
• Fast and complete fiber wet-out
• Good resistance to osmotic blistering. (For
improved blister resistance, a skin coat made
with Hydropel® H034-A, H100-W or H100-M can
be used)
• Will provide good physical properties in finished
part
• Adaptable to a variety of manufacturing
processes and conditions
• Meets MACT requirements for low styrene resins
in the marine industry
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for faster
production rates without loss of surface profile
• Reduced post cure
Fast and complete fiber wet-out
• Good resistance to osmotic blistering. (For
improved blister resistance, a skin coat made
with Hydropel® H034-A, H100-W or H100-M can
be used)
• Will provide good physical properties in finished
part
• Adaptable to a variety of manufacturing
processes and conditions
• Low Exotherm - The low exotherm of Altek®
H520-B allows for the application of a thick
laminate sections that can cure at one time
without the generation of excessive heat.
• Good Secondary Bonding - Both the non air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek ®
H520-B provide good chemical bonding between
laminate application if proper application
procedures are followed. The air inhibited
versions provides the best secondary bonding
and should be used in application where
maximum secondary bonding is required.
• Superior Mechanical Properties - When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek® H520-B produces a composite
with superior mechanical properties that can
assist in the reduction of cracking.

H520-C Altek® General Purpose
Laminating Resin
H559-B Altek® General Purpose
Orthophthalic Polyester Laminating
Resin
Markets and Applications
Altek™ H520-C is a prepromoted,
thixotropic, general purpose low reactive
orthophthalic polyester resin
Altek® H559-B is a pre-promoted,
thixotropic, general purpose medium
reactive orthophthalic polyester resin.
• Low Exotherm - The low exotherm of Altek®
H520-C allows for the application of a thick
laminate sections that can cured at one time
without the generation of excessive heat.
• Good Secondary Bonding - Both the non air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek
H520-C provide good chemical bonding between
laminate application if proper application
procedures are followed. The air inhibited
versions provides the best secondary bonding
and should be used in application where
maximum secondary bonding is required.
• Superior Mechanical Properties -When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek® H520-C produces a composite
with superior mechanical properties that can
assist in the reduction of cracking.
• Fast Cure - The medium reactivity of AOC’s
Altek® H559-B resin allows for complete rapid
cure of the composite even in relatively thin
composites when used with the recommended
peroxide levels and application temperature.
• Adaptability - AOC's Altek® H559-B resin is
designed to be used successfully for the
fabrication of type and sizes of composites using
differing application methods under varying
conditions.
• Good Secondary Bonding - Both the non air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek®
H559-B provide good chemical bonding between
laminate application if proper application
procedures are followed. The air inhibited
versions provides the best secondary bonding
and should be used in application where
maximum secondary bonding is required.
• Superior Mechanical Properties - When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek H559-B produces a composite with
superior mechanical properties that can assist in
the reduction of cracking.
 Markets and Applications
Marine
Boatbuilders rely on AOC to deliver Altek® resins and Hydropel® high performance marine resins and gel coats that
demonstrate great processability in the shop and superior performance in the water. AOC low- styrene technologies
range from 100% vinyl esters to general purpose polyesters. Use the excellent blister resistance of Hydropel® high
performance marine chemistry for a skin coat. Or you go for the ultimate upgrade by specifying a Hydropel® resin for the
entire laminate. Whatever your laminate schedule, give your surface the excellent protection, color and gloss of a
Hydropel® high performance marine gel coat.

Product Description Features and Benefits

H100-M Hydropel ®Vinyl Ester
Laminating Resin
H034-A Hydropel® Modified Vinyl Hydropel® H034-A is a thixotropic, pre-
Ester Resin
H830-MKB-12 Hand Lay-up and AOC's H830-MKB-12 has been used as the
Spray-up Marine Resin
H834-R Altek ®Low Volatiles Low Altek® H834-R is a medium reactive,
Profile Laminating Resin
H834-G Altek® Low Profile
Laminating Resin
AOC's Hydropel® H100-M is a thixotropic, pre- • Provides maximum resistance to osmotic
promoted,100% vinyl ester resin.
promoted, modified vinyl ester resin.
laminating resin system in products that
have satisfied the criteria of the Water Bylaws • Tough, durable parts
Scheme (based up on BS6920:Part 1: 1990
"Specification") and thus comply with the
Water Bylaws Scheme Test of Effect on Water
Quality.
thixotropic, pre-promoted, low profile, low
styrene resin.
Altek® H834-G is a medium reactive,
thixotropic, pre-promoted, low profile resin.
blistering even when used for only the skin coat
• Excellent strength and toughness of the
composite
• Provides excellent resistance to cracking
caused by flexural failure of the laminate
• Good surface profile with reduced post cure on
finished parts
• Maximum resistance to osmotic blistering when
used for the skin coat or the complete
composite
• Excellent strength and toughness of the
finished composite part
• Provides improved resistance to cracking
caused by the flexural failure of the laminate
even when used only for the skin coat
• Good surface profile, with reduced post cure on
finished parts
• Provides the toughness and resistance to heat
needed to make durable tooling that will require
minimal maintenance
• Meets MACT requirements for low styrene
resins in the marine industry
• Superior surface cosmetics
• Ease of roll-out
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for faster
production rates without loss of surface profile
• Reduced post cure
• Fast and complete fiber wet-out
• Good resistance to osmotic blistering. (For
improved blister resistance, a skin coat made
with Hydropel® H034-A, H100-W or H100-M
can be used)
• Will provide good physical properties in finished
part
• Adaptable to a variety of manufacturing
processes and conditions
• Meets MACT requirements for low styrene
resins in the marine industry
• Fast laminate cure rate allows for faster
production rates without loss of surface profile
• Reduced post cure
• Fast and complete fiber wet-out
• Good resistance to osmotic blistering. (For
improved blister resistance, a skin coat made
with Hydropel® H034-A, H100-W or H100-M
can be used)
• Will provide good physical properties in finished
part
• Adaptable to a variety of manufacturing
processes and conditions

H520-B Altek® General Purpose
Orthophthalic Polyester
Laminating Resin
H520-C Altek™ General Purpose Altek® H520-C is a pre-promoted, thixotropic,
Laminating Resin
H559-B Altek® General Purpose Altek® H559-B is a pre-promoted, thixotropic,
Orthophthalic Polyester Laminating general purpose medium reactive
Resin
Markets and Applications
Altek® H520-B is a prepromoted, thixotropic,
general purpose low reactive orthophthalic
polyester resin.
general purpose low reactive orthophthalic
polyester resin
orthophthalic polyester resin.
• Low Exotherm - The low exotherm of Altek®
H520-B allows for the application of a thick
laminate sections that can cure at one time
without the generation of excessive heat.
• Good Secondary Bonding - Both the non air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek
® H520-B provide good chemical bonding
between laminate application if proper
application procedures are followed. The air
inhibited versions provides the best secondary
bonding and should be used in application
where maximum secondary bonding is
required.
• Superior Mechanical Properties - When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek® H520-B produces a composite
with superior mechanical properties that can
assist in the reduction of cracking.
• Low Exotherm - The low exotherm of Altek
H520-C allows for the application of a thick
laminate sections that can cured at one time
without the generation of excessive heat.
• Good Secondary Bonding - Both the non-air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek®
H520-C provide good chemical bonding
between laminate application if proper
application procedures are followed. The air
inhibited versions provides the best secondary
bonding and should be used in application
where maximum secondary bonding is
required.
• Superior Mechanical Properties - When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek® H520-C produces a composite
with superior mechanical properties that can
assist in the reduction of cracking.
• Fast Cure - The medium reactivity of AOC’s
Altek H559-B resin allows for complete rapid
cure of the composite even in relatively thin
composites when used with the recommended
peroxide levels and application temperature.
• Adaptability -AOC's Altek H559-B resin is
designed to be used successfully for the
fabrication of type and sizes of composites
using differing application methods under
varying conditions.
• Good secondary bonding-Both the non air
inhibited and the air inhibited versions of Altek
H559-B provide good chemical bonding
between laminate application if proper
application procedures are followed. The air
inhibited versions provides the best secondary
bonding and should be used in application
where maximum secondary bonding is
required.
• Superior mechanical properties - When used
with the proper glass reinforcement content,
AOC's Altek H559-B produces a composite with
superior mechanical properties that can assist
in the reduction of cracking.
 Markets and Applications
Pultrusion Resins
AOC pultrusion research is headed by an international pultrusion authority and is equipped with a full-scale
pultrusion machine. For developing PulTru® pultrusion resins and formulations, the only thing closer to real
world conditions is a pultrusion plant itself. We partner with customers to bring about significant
improvements in line speed and offer the synergy of additive technologies for dramatic color, high filler
loadings, low-shrink and other process, performance and appearance requirements.

Product Description Features and Benefits

P706 Pultru ® Multi-Purpose
Isophthalic Polyester Resin
P764-250 Pultru® Isophthalic
Pultrusion Resin
P767 Pultru® Isophthalic Pultrusion
Resin
T750-70 Isophthalic Polyester Resin AOC's T750-70 is a flexible isophthalic
P920 Pultru® Next Generation
Pultrusion Resin
Pultru ® P706 is an un-promoted, medium
reactivity, polyester resin that provides an
excellent balance between processing, cost
and performance.
Pultru® P764-250 is an unpromoted high
reactivity isophthalic polyester resin.
Pultru® P767 is an unpromoted NPG
Isophthalic polyester resin for applications
demanding excellent weathering.
polyester resin to be used in conjunction
with most resin systems. T750-70 exhibits
excellent elongation while preserving good
tensile properties. Enhanced toughness of
molded parts has been demonstrated in a
wide spectrum of customer applications
including AOC's chemical resistant
isophthalics, orthophthalics, and SMC/BMC
type resins.
AOC's Pultru® P920 is a next generation
pultrusion resin specifically developed to
meet the emerging needs of the pultrusion
industry. The challenges of new processing
methods, reduced cost and reduced styrene
emissions are all met by this new resin.
• Wide Range of Processing Options Pultru®
P706 is ideally suited for use in Pultrusion,
Compression, Injection, Transfer and Cold
Press Molded applications.
• High reactivity isophthalic chemistry
• Ingredients comply with Title 21 CFR, parts 170
to 199 relative to FDA criteria
• Good stain and moisture resistance
• Excellent electrical properties are an added
plus
• Improved Weathering Characteristics-The
NPG Isophthalic chemistry of the Pultru® P767
provides improved weathering even in the most
demanding applications.
• Improved Closed Mold Processing -High
reactivity makes the Pultru® P767 suitable for
pultrusion, SMC and BMC. Balanced chemistry
and unique properties allow designers to meet
a broad spectrum of applications.
• Proven History -AOC's Pultru® P767 has
demonstrated years of proven performance in
appliance, electrical and construction
applications.
• Toughness - boosts toughness and flexural
properties.
• Versatile - demonstrated in a variety of
applications and molding processes.
• Compatibility -blended with both isophthalic
and/or orthophthalic resin systems.
• Improves resin injection processing.
• Lower Styrene Content possible.
• Medium Reactivity
• Tough and versatile with excellent crack
resistance
• Accepts Higher Filler Loading
 Markets and Applications
RTM Resins
AOC resin technologies cover the broad spectrum of ambient cure, low-emission, liquid resin composite
manufacturing processes. These technologies include resin transfer molding (RTM), vacuum-assisted RTM,
RTM light, resin infusion, and cold press molding. Custom RTM and infusion formulations are created by
connecting the customer with the expertise of AOC research chemists and the hands-on experience of AOC
technicians. The result is AOC resin technology that consistently meets or exceed criteria for processing
ease, lower emissions, appearance and high end-use performance.

Product Description Features and Benefits

R034-DPD Premium Performance R034-DPD is a promoted non-thixed,
RTM Resin Generation Pultrusion premium unsaturated polyester resin
Resin
R544 –A General Purpose R544-APF Series resins are promoted, non- • The R544-APF Series resins have low
Orthophthalic RTM Resin thixotropic, orthophthalic type, unsaturated
polyester resins.
R580-CPD Low Profile RTM/LM R580-CPD-14 is a unique low profile
Resin polyester resin system for use in RTM and
Liquid Molding processes
R580-BPI General Purpose R580-BPI-30 is a special polyester resin
Orthophthalic RTM Resin system for use in RTM Light bladder
construction.
R736-AUC-29 Polyester Resin for R736-AUC-29 is an unpromoted, non-
SCRIMP thixotropic, polyester laminating resin
designed for room temperature cure.
R764-DAA-06 Polyester Resin for R764-DAA-06 is an promoted, non-
Resin Transfer Molding and Cold thixotropic, isophthalic-type, unsaturated
Press Molding polyester resin designed for filled
applications.
R834-DPE-12 Low Shrink RTM Resin R834-DPE-12 is an pre-promoted, non-
thixed, low shrink polyester resin system,
specifically designed for RTM, RTM Light or • Low shrinkage for improved surface cosmetics.
Vacuum infusion.
• Low Viscosity-The low viscosity allows for high
filler loadings for RTM applications or for fast fill
times for vacuum infusion applications.
• Toughness-R034-DPD has excellent strength
and toughness in finished parts.
• Fast Cure Profile -R034-DPD is formulated for
fast hardness development.
exotherm which will help prolong the effective
life of the molder's tooling.
• Superior Mechanical Properties -Standard
paint bake cycles can be used, due to the fast
hardness development and high heat distortion.
• Low Neat Viscosity - Higher filler loading can
be used to achieve improved surfaces, high
physical properties and improved economics
• Long Gel Time -The long gel time allows
efficient and precise bladder construction.
• Low Color -Low color in the bladder laminate is
essential for the RTM Light process.
• High Heat Distortion -High heat distortion
temperature insures accurate production part
after part.
• R736-AUC-29 is designed for fabricators who
require higher elongation while maintaining an
excellent heat distortion temperature.
• Low viscosity helps fabricators realize good
material flow and reinforcement wet-out
• Promoted for MEKP, BPO or 2,4 Pentadiene
Peroxide catalyzation
• Sufficient reactivity to provide rapid cure and
barcol development
• Closed mold cycles of 4-8 minutes possible
• Low viscosity for fast fill times or higher filler
levels.
• Fast hardness development for quick de-mold
times.
• Low peak exotherm
 Markets and Applications
SMC/BMC Resins
AOC takes sheet molding composites (SMC) and bulk molding compounds (BMC) to the highest levels of
performance and cost-effectiveness. Technologies include Atryl TCA™ automotive resins for producing
Class A exterior panels with extraordinary resistance to the development of surface imperfections. BMC
applications that benefit for AOC technology include headlamp reflectors and components for appliances,
electrical equipment and consumer products. AOC technologies include thickening dispersions, B-sides and
C-sides for molding compounds. By integrating these technologies with superior SMC and BMC resins,
AOC delivers exceptional chemical systems that translate into improved profitability.

Product Description Features and Benefits

S342 Polyester Resin for Closed S342 is a high reactivity propylene maleate
Mold Processing and polyester resin for closed mold processing.
Pultrusion Molecular weight distribution is tightly
controlled to yield consistent results during
processing and in final part performance.
S342 can be combined with a wide variety
of low profile additives to yield excellent
surface aesthetics.
S903 Multi-Purpose DCPD S903 is an unpromoted, high reactivity
Polyester Resin for dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) polyester resin
Closed Mold Processing designed for a variety of closed mold
applications.
T764 Isophthalic Polyester Resin for AOC's T764 is an unpromoted high
Closed Mold Processing reactivity isophthalic polyester resin.
• High reactivity
• Precise molecular weight distribution
• Proven performance in SMC
• BMC and pultrusion applications
• Low color
• High gloss and excellent surface smoothness
• Designed for demanding cure and surface
requirements such as short press cycle times
and thin laminate pultrusion
• Allows high filler loadings yet workable mix
viscosities
• High reactivity DCPD chemistry
• Proven performer in a multitude of closed mold
processes
• Computer controlled manufacturing provides
consistent end-use performance and reduced
scrap rates
• High reactivity isophthalic chemistry
• Good stain and moisture resistance
• Excellent electrical properties are an added plus