
Resin Calculator
Technical Specifications
Mix 3 parts A : 1 part B - shake a full minute after combining
Resin TypePenetrating epoxy - rotted-wood restoration
Mix Ratio3 parts A : 1 part B - shake a full minute after combining
ViscosityVery thin - wicks into dry wood by capillary action
Pot Life~30 min; mix no more than 4 oz at a time (exotherm)
Tack-FreeSolidifies overnight @ 70°F
Full CureFull strength in ~1 week
Apply OverDry rotted wood - drill staggered 1/4 in holes for deep rot; wood must be dry
Best ForTransom, stringer & deck rot without cutting the wood out; best 50-70°F
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| Product | BoatLife Git Rot Epoxy KitYou're viewingfrom $33.99
| Boat Suppliers Epoxy Resin Kit – Thin, Clear, with Hardenerfrom $17.95
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| Type | Penetrating epoxy - rotted-wood restoration | Epoxy - low-viscosity laminating system |
| Mix Ratio | 3 parts A : 1 part B - shake a full minute after combining | 2:1, 3:1, or 4:1 by volume (match your hardener) |
| Viscosity | Very thin - wicks into dry wood by capillary action | 600 cps resin - thin, syrup-like for fast wet-out |
| Pot Life | ~30 min; mix no more than 4 oz at a time (exotherm) | 35-40 min (2:1) / 20-25 min (3:1) / 15 min (4:1) @ 80°F |
| Full Cure | Full strength in ~1 week | Dry: 24-28 hr (2:1) / 8-10 hr (3:1) / 3-4 hr (4:1) |
| Cured Color | — | Semi-clear - hardener has an amber tint, dries clear in thin coats |
| Max Temp | — | 150-195°F |
| UV | — | No UV inhibitor - topcoat for sun exposure |
| Fabrics | — | Fiberglass, carbon fiber, Kevlar, 1708/1208 biaxial (CSM: stitched only) |
| Best For | Transom, stringer & deck rot without cutting the wood out; best 50-70°F | Lamination & wet-out, wood sealing, all-around marine repair |
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