Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Akzo Nobel Perkadox BTW50 Curing Agent

AkzoNobel Perkadox BTW50 Curing Agent is a benzoyl peroxide-based initiator designed for ambient-cure unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins. It offers excellent storage stability, consistent reactivity, and low volatility. Supplied as a 50% active paste in phthalic anhydride diluent, it ensures safe handling and precise dosing in composites manufacturing.
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Features Of Akzo Nobel Perkadox BTW50 Curing Agent

  1. Free-flowing, non-dusting granular formulation for safe and consistent handling.

  2. Optimized peroxide decomposition profile enabling precise control of cure kinetics in thermoset resins.

  3. Excellent thermal stability during storage and processing, minimizing premature decomposition risk.

  4. Low volatility and negligible odor, supporting improved workplace safety and operator comfort.

  5. High purity and batch-to-batch consistency, ensuring reproducible crosslinking performance.

Typical Applications Of Akzo Nobel Perkadox BTW50 Curing Agent

  1. Fiberglass-reinforced polyester (FRP) composites for tanks, pipes, and structural profiles.

  2. Sheet molding compound (SMC) and bulk molding compound (BMC) used in automotive and electrical components.

  3. Unsaturated polyester gel coats requiring high surface quality and low styrene emission.

  4. Marine and wind energy composites where reliable through-cure and low exotherm are critical.

  5. Industrial repair putties and casting resins demanding controlled pot life and full depth cure.

Specifications Of Akzo Nobel Perkadox BTW50 Curing Agent

Chemical TypeDiacyl peroxide (Benzoyl peroxide derivative)
Product FormFree-flowing granules
AppearanceWhite to off-white granules
Active Oxygen ContentApprox. 6.5 wt%
Decomposition Onset Temperature (DSC)≈72–76 °C
Storage Stability (25 °C, sealed container)≥6 months
Primary ApplicationsCuring agent for unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins
Key FeaturesControlled reactivity, low dust generation, high thermal stability


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