Spray Drying of Araldit 6048
Spray Drying of Araldit 6048 with the Mini Spray Dryer B-290
Araldit 6048 is a high-performance epoxy adhesive known for its excellent bonding properties and resistance to various environmental conditions. Spray drying has been explored as a technique for the production of Araldit 6048 powder, offering advantages such as improved handling, storage stability, and ease of application.
The areas of focus in spray drying of Araldit 6048 include optimizing the process parameters, such as the inlet and outlet temperatures, atomizer type, and feed rate, to achieve the desired particle size, morphology, and flowability of the powder. Additionally, research has been conducted to evaluate the impact of different drying conditions and formulation additives on the physical and chemical properties of the powder, such as its reactivity, curing characteristics, and adhesive strength.
Moreover, spray drying has been investigated as a method for producing Araldit 6048-based composite powders, which can enhance its functionality and expand its applications. These composite powders can be used in various industries, such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and electronics, where high-performance adhesives are required.
Overall, spray drying of Araldit 6048 offers a promising approach for the production of convenient and versatile adhesive powders, providing improved handling, storage, and application properties for a wide range of industrial applications.
Please see the application note for starting parameters, formulations and some results.