Advanced Curing Agents for Thermoset Applications
Dixie Chemical Group is a leading supplier of high-quality anhydride-based epoxy curing agents used in thermoset applications. Our comprehensive portfolio is designed to work specifically with epoxy resins to create these high-performance thermosets. These curing agents play a critical role in determining the final properties of the thermoset, influencing factors like cure speed, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance. Our product line caters to various thermoset applications, including composites, coatings, adhesives, and electronic components.
Benefits of using Dixie Chemical Group’s Anhydride Curing Agents for Epoxy Resins
- Unmatched High-Temperature Performance
- Superior Electrical Insulation
- Long Pot Life
- Enhanced processing efficiency with various viscosity options
- Tailored curing speeds for optimized production processes
- Consistent performance and quality
Dixie Chemical Group’s anhydrides are the preferred choice for manufacturing thermosets with epoxy resins through processes like
- Filament Winding
- Pultrusion
- VARTM (Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding)
- Reacting Injection Molding
- Encapsulating/ Potting
- Coating Applications
- Adhesives
Explore our thermoset offerings to find the ideal anhydride curing agent for your specific epoxy resin and unlock the superior performance advantages of this powerful combination
Thermoset Products
FUNCTIONAL BLENDS
Dixie Chemical’s liquid anhydride blends are designed to be low-viscosity liquids below room temperature. When properly formulated with a standard epoxy resin system, these blends generally have viscosities well below 1,000 cP. Such mixtures are easy to handle process and efficiently wet out fiber reinforcements.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECA100 | General-purpose epoxy curing agent for industrial applications. | High thermal resistance Versatile performance | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 100LC | Low-color version of ECA 100 for applications requiring clarity. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | Blend |
| ECA 100NC | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | Blend |
| ECA 100H | High-performance curing agent for extreme environments. | High heat resistance | Aerospace, Marine | Blend |
| ECA 150 | Versatile curing agent for industrial applications. | Superior adhesion | Industrial Coatings, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 300D | High-performance curing agent designed for demanding applications. | Excellent mechanical properties | Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics | Blend |
| HHPA 7030NC | Hexahydrophthalic anhydride variant for specialized epoxy systems. | Low viscosity | Aerospace, Composites | 85-42-7 |
| MHHPA 7030NC | Methylhexahydrophthalic anhydride variant for high-performance systems. | Excellent chemical resistance | Automotive, Marine, Industrial Applications | 25550-51-0 |
PRE-CATALYZED LIQUID ANHYDRIDES
Dixie Chemical’s pre-catalyzed liquid anhydrides are formulated with efficient and proprietary catalyst systems that impart controlled reactivity at process temperatures. Parts made with Dixie Chemical’s anhydrides have excellent physical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties and are resistant to a variety of chemicals.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ECA 100KA | General-purpose epoxy curing agent for industrial applications. | High thermal resistance Versatile performance | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | Blend |
ECA 183LC | Low-color version of ECA 100 for applications requiring clarity. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | Blend |
ECA 106 | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | Blend |
ECA 106K | Low-color, non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 designed for clear applications. | Enhanced clarity | Pultrusion, Aerospace | Blend |
ECA 607 | Epoxy curing agent optimized for pultrusion processes. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
ECA 608 | Advanced curing agent designed for pultrusion applications. | Low viscosity | Pultrusion, Industrial Applications | Blend |
ECA 609 | High-performance curing agent for pultrusion and composite materials. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
ECA 619 | Pultrusion-specific curing agent for consistent performance. | Long pot life | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
NMA 403 | Catalyzed version of NMA for controlled reactivity. | High thermal stability | Composites, Adhesives | 25134-21-8 |
NMA 407 | Catalyzed version of NMA for optimized curing performance. | Faster cure times | Coatings, Aerospace | 25134-21-8 |
NMA 409 | Catalyzed version of NMA offering enhanced reactivity. | Superior thermal performance | Automotive, Marine Applications | 25134-21-8 |
NMA 419 | High-performance catalyzed NMA for rapid curing in epoxy systems. | Excellent chemical resistance | Aerospace, Electronics | 25134-21-8 |
PURE ANHYDRIDES
Dixie Chemical stands at the forefront of innovation, offering a wide array of high-purity alicyclic anhydrides meticulously designed for curing epoxy resin systems. These high-purity anhydrides empower manufacturers to create next-generation composites while championing sustainability to ensure every application contributes to a more environmentally conscious green future.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NMA | High-performance alicyclic anhydride well-suited for applications requiring high electrical properties, excellent thermal stability, and minimal shrinkage. | High thermal resistance Superior electrical properties | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | 25134-21-8 |
NMA TECH | Technical-grade version of NMA, offering similar performance characteristics but with a slightly different color profile. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | 25134-21-8 |
THPA | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | 85-43-8 |
HHPA | High-performance anhydride for demanding thermoset applications. | Excellent chemical resistance | Aerospace, Automotive | 85-42-7 |
MTHPA | MethylTetrahydrophthalic Anhydride for advanced resin systems. | Low color Superior adhesion | Electrical Insulation, Coatings | 34090-76-1 |
MHHPA | Methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride, offering enhanced curing for high-performance systems. | Low color Excellent chemical resistance | Automotive, Marine, Industrial Applications | 25550-51-0 |
DDSA | Dodecenyl succinic anhydride for epoxy and composite applications. | Excellent dispersant | Industrial Coatings, Composites | 26544-38-7 |
Advanced Curing Agents for Thermoset Applications
Dixie Chemical Group is a leading supplier of high-quality anhydride-based epoxy curing agents used in thermoset applications. Our comprehensive portfolio is designed to work specifically with epoxy resins to create these high-performance thermosets. These curing agents play a critical role in determining the final properties of the thermoset, influencing factors like cure speed, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance. Our product line caters to various thermoset applications, including composites, coatings, adhesives, and electronic components.
Benefits of using Dixie Chemical Group’s Anhydride Curing Agents for Epoxy Resins
- Unmatched High-Temperature Performance
- Superior Electrical Insulation
- Long Pot Life
- Enhanced processing efficiency with various viscosity options
- Tailored curing speeds for optimized production processes
- Consistent performance and quality
Dixie Chemical Group’s anhydrides are the preferred choice for manufacturing thermosets with epoxy resins through processes like
- Filament Winding
- Pultrusion
- VARTM (Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding)
- Reacting Injection Molding
- Encapsulating/ Potting
- Coating Applications
- Adhesives
Explore our thermoset offerings to find the ideal anhydride curing agent for your specific epoxy resin and unlock the superior performance advantages of this powerful combination
Thermoset Products
FUNCTIONAL BLENDS
Dixie Chemical’s liquid anhydride blends are designed to be low-viscosity liquids below room temperature. When properly formulated with a standard epoxy resin system, these blends generally have viscosities well below 1,000 cP. Such mixtures are easy to handle process and efficiently wet out fiber reinforcements.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECA 100KA | General-purpose epoxy curing agent for industrial applications. | High thermal resistance Versatile performance | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 183LC | Low-color version of ECA 100 for applications requiring clarity. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | Blend |
| ECA 106 | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | Blend |
| ECA 106K | Low-color, non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 designed for clear applications. | Enhanced clarity | Pultrusion, Aerospace | Blend |
| ECA 607 | Epoxy curing agent optimized for pultrusion processes. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 608 | Advanced curing agent designed for pultrusion applications. | Low viscosity | Pultrusion, Industrial Applications | Blend |
| ECA 609 | High-performance curing agent for pultrusion and composite materials. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 619 | Pultrusion-specific curing agent for consistent performance. | Long pot life | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| NMA 403 | Catalyzed version of NMA for controlled reactivity. | High thermal stability | Composites, Adhesives | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 407 | Catalyzed version of NMA for optimized curing performance. | Faster cure times | Coatings, Aerospace | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 409 | Catalyzed version of NMA offering enhanced reactivity. | Superior thermal performance | Automotive, Marine Applications | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 419 | High-performance catalyzed NMA for rapid curing in epoxy systems. | Excellent chemical resistance | Aerospace, Electronics | 25134-21-8 |
PRE-CATALYZED LIQUID ANHYDRIDES
Dixie Chemical’s pre-catalyzed liquid anhydrides are formulated with efficient and proprietary catalyst systems that impart controlled reactivity at process temperatures. Parts made with Dixie Chemical’s anhydrides have excellent physical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties and are resistant to a variety of chemicals.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECA 100KA | General-purpose epoxy curing agent for industrial applications. | High thermal resistance Versatile performance | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 183LC | Low-color version of ECA 100 for applications requiring clarity. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | Blend |
| ECA 106 | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | Blend |
| ECA 106K | Low-color, non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 designed for clear applications. | Enhanced clarity | Pultrusion, Aerospace | Blend |
| ECA 607 | Epoxy curing agent optimized for pultrusion processes. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 608 | Advanced curing agent designed for pultrusion applications. | Low viscosity | Pultrusion, Industrial Applications | Blend |
| ECA 609 | High-performance curing agent for pultrusion and composite materials. | High reactivity | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| ECA 619 | Pultrusion-specific curing agent for consistent performance. | Long pot life | Pultrusion, Composites | Blend |
| NMA 403 | Catalyzed version of NMA for controlled reactivity. | High thermal stability | Composites, Adhesives | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 407 | Catalyzed version of NMA for optimized curing performance. | Faster cure times | Coatings, Aerospace | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 409 | Catalyzed version of NMA offering enhanced reactivity. | Superior thermal performance | Automotive, Marine Applications | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA 419 | High-performance catalyzed NMA for rapid curing in epoxy systems. | Excellent chemical resistance | Aerospace, Electronics | 25134-21-8 |
PURE ANHYDRIDES
Dixie Chemical stands at the forefront of innovation, offering a wide array of high-purity alicyclic anhydrides meticulously designed for curing epoxy resin systems. These high-purity anhydrides empower manufacturers to create next-generation composites while championing sustainability to ensure every application contributes to a more environmentally conscious green future.
| Product Name | Description | Key Features | Applications | CAS # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NMA | High-performance alicyclic anhydride well-suited for applications requiring high electrical properties, excellent thermal stability, and minimal shrinkage. | High thermal resistance Superior electrical properties | Adhesives, Coatings, Composites | 25134-21-8 |
| NMA TECH | Technical-grade version of NMA, offering similar performance characteristics but with a slightly different color profile. | Low viscosity Enhanced aesthetics | Electronics, Specialty Coatings | 25134-21-8 |
| THPA | Non-crystallizing version of ECA 100 for consistent performance. | Non-crystallizing Stable storage | Aerospace, Marine Applications | 85-43-8 |
| HHPA | High-performance anhydride for demanding thermoset applications. | Excellent chemical resistance | Aerospace, Automotive | 85-42-7 |
| MTHPA | MethylTetrahydrophthalic Anhydride for advanced resin systems. | Low color Superior adhesion | Electrical Insulation, Coatings | 34090-76-1 |
| MHHPA | Methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride, offering enhanced curing for high-performance systems. | Low color Excellent chemical resistance | Automotive, Marine, Industrial Applications | 25550-51-0 |
| DDSA | Dodecenyl succinic anhydride for epoxy and composite applications. | Excellent dispersant | Industrial Coatings, Composites | 26544-38-7 |
