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- Applications for Epoxy Resin Lab Tables: Proteomics, biochemistry, New Lab Set Up and Wet Chemistry
- Chemical Resistance Testing For Epoxy Resin Table Tops: Epoxy resin lab tabletops are individually tested for their corrosion resistance against organic compounds and volatile/non-volatile chemicals.
- Test temperature for Method A and B: 23° +/- 2°C (73° +/- 4°F
- Method A - Volatile chemicals A cotton ball saturated with the test solvent was placed in a one-ounce bottle (10 mm x 75 mm test tube or similar container). The bottle was inverted on the test material surface for a period of 24 hours.
- Method B - Nonvolatile chemicals Five drops (1/4 cc) of the test chemical covered with a 25mm watch glass were placed on the test material surface for a period of 24 hours. This method was used for all chemicals listed below, other than the solvents.
Evaluation Method
Epoxy resin material was exposed to chemicals for 24-hours. Exposed areas were washed with three substances in the following order: water, detergent solution and isopropyl alcohol. Then, the material was rinsed with distilled water and dried with a cloth. Samples are numerically rated as follows:- 0 - No Effect: No detectable change in the material surface.
- 1 - Good: Slight detectable change in color or gloss, but no change in function or life of the surface.
- 2 - Fair: Slight surface etching or severe staining. Clearly discernible change in color or gloss but no significant impairment of surface life or function.
- 3 - Poor: Pitting, cratering or erosion of the surface. Obvious and significant deterioration. Objectionable change in appearance due to discoloration.
Evaluation Results of Epoxy Resin Lab Table Work Surface on Compounds and Chemicals
| Chemical Tested* | Method | Black Onyx |
|---|---|---|
| Amyl Acetone | A | 0 |
| Ethyl Acetone | A | 0 |
| Acetic Acid 98% | B | 0 |
| Acetone | A | 1 |
| Acid Dichromate 5% | B | 0 |
| Butyl Alcohol | A | 0 |
| Ethyl Alcohol | A | 0 |
| Methyl Alcohol | A | 1 |
| Ammonium Hydroxide, 28% | B | 0 |
| Benzene | A | 1 |
| Carbon Tetrachloride | A | 0 |
| Chloroform | A | 1 |
| Chromic Acid 60% | B | 2 |
| Cresol | A | 0 |
| Dichloride Acetic Acid | A | 0 |
| Dimethylformamide | A | 0 |
| Dioxane | A | 0 |
| Ethyl Ether | A | 0 |
| Formaldehyde 37% | A | 0 |
| Formic Acid 90% | B | 0 |
| Furfural | A | 1 |
| Gasoline | A | 0 |
| Hydrochloric Acid 37% | B | 0 |
| Hydrofluoric Acid 48% | B | 2 |
| Hydrogen Peroxide 28% | B | 0 |
| Tincture of Iodine | B | 0 |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone | A | 0 |
| Methylene Chloride | A | 0 |
| Mono Chlorobenzene | A | 0 |
| Naphthalene | A | 0 |
| Nitric Acid 20% | B | 0 |
| Nitric Acid 30% | B | 1 |
| Nitric Acid 70% | B | 1 |
| Phenol 90% | A | 0 |
| Phosphoric Acid 85% | B | 1 |
| Silver Nitrate, Saturated | B | 0 |
| Sodium Hydroxide 10% | B | 1 |
| Sodium Hydroxide 20% | B | 1 |
| Sodium Hydroxide 40% | B | 1 |
| Sodium Hydroxide Flake | B | 1 |
| Sodium Sulfide, Saturated | B | 2 |
| Sulfuric Acid 25% | B | 1 |
| Sulfuric Acid 85% | B | 2 |
| Sulfuric Acid 96% | B | 3 |
| Sulfuric Acid 85% and Nitric Acid 70%, Equal Parts | B | 3 |
| Toluene | A | 1 |
| Trichloroethylene | A | 0 |
| Xylene | A | 0 |
| Zinc Chloride, Saturated | B | 0 |
| *More information on independent test results available upon request. Call Terra Universal at 714-578-6100. | ||
