TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin can be combined with any of our TotalBoat Hardeners (Fast, Slow, Tropical Extra Slow, or Crystal Clear) for exceptional results.

TotalBoat epoxy resin and hardeners are packaged and labeled according to group sizes (A, B, C) to ensure you have enough material for your project at the best value.

Clear-coating applications: The Traditional Epoxy Resin itself is clear, but when mixed with Fast, Slow, or Tropical Extra Slow Hardeners, it's amber in color and is not suitable for clear-coating applications. For clear-coating applications, use TotalBoat Crystal Clear Epoxy Hardener with TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin.

TotalBoat epoxy resin and hardeners can be measured either by pouring or by using the calibrated TotalBoat pumps. TotalBoat dispensing pumps are specific to the type of TotalBoat Hardener you are using with TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin (see details below).

For your safety, please be sure to wear protective gloves and eye, face, and clothing protection when working with epoxy resin and hardeners. Also, be sure your work area has adequate ventilation.

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USING THE TOTALBOAT PUMPS FOR DISPENSING TOTALBOAT RESIN AND HARDENER

The procedure for dispensing TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin and any of the TotalBoat Hardeners properly is ALWAYS ONE full pump of resin to ONE full pump of hardener. TotalBoat pump sets are calibrated to dispense the accurate mix ratio automatically.

IMPORTANT! Proper mix ratios are critical when working with epoxy resin and hardeners in order to achieve a proper cure.

★ TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin used with either TotalBoat Fast Hardener or TotalBoat Slow Hardener are mixed at a ratio of 5 parts resin to 1 part hardener by volume.

★ TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin used with either TotalBoat Tropical Hardener or TotalBoat Crystal Clear Hardener are mixed at a ratio of 3 parts resin to 1 part hardener by volume.

TotalBoat Epoxy Pump Sets are specific to the type of TotalBoat Hardener you are using with TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin. The pumps are calibrated to dispense the proper mix ratio automatically.

• Use the TotalBoat 5:1 Epoxy Pump Set when using TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin with:
• TotalBoat 5:1 Fast Hardener
• TotalBoat 5:1 Slow Hardener

The TotalBoat 5:1 Epoxy Pump Set has a white pump for the resin, and a black pump for the hardener. These colors correspond to the cap colors for the resin and hardener.

Remember, the procedure for dispensing TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin and Hardener properly is always ONE full pump of resin to ONE full pump of hardener.

When using the pump dispensing method for measuring TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin and TotalBoat Fast Hardener or TotalBoat Slow Hardener, use ONLY the TotalBoat 5:1 Epoxy Pump Set. The TotalBoat 5:1 pumps are calibrated to dispense the accurate 5:1 mix ratio automatically. DO NOT use pumps from any other manufacturer; DO NOT use the TotalBoat 3:1 Epoxy Pump Set.

• Use the TotalBoat 3:1 Epoxy Pump Set when using TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin with:
• TotalBoat Tropical Extra Slow Hardener
• TotalBoat Crystal Clear Hardener

The TotalBoat 3:1 Epoxy Pump Set has a white pump for the resin, and a black cap with a green "3:1" sticker on top of the pump for the hardener. These colors correspond to the cap colors for the resin and hardener.

Remember, the procedure for dispensing TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin and Hardener properly is always ONE full pump of resin to ONE full pump of hardener.

When using the pump dispensing method for measuring TotalBoat Traditional Epoxy Resin and TotalBoat Tropical Hardener or TotalBoat Crystal Clear Hardener, use ONLY the TotalBoat 3:1 Epoxy Pump Set. The TotalBoat 3:1 pumps are calibrated to dispense the accurate 3:1 mix ratio automatically. DO NOT use pumps from any other manufacturer; DO NOT use the TotalBoat 5:1 Epoxy Pump Set.

NOTE: Adding more hardener does not make the epoxy set faster. It throws off the mix ratio and will not cure properly.

PRIME THE RESIN AND HARDENER PUMPS BEFORE DISPENSING

Push down and release the head of each pump several times until you get a steady stream of liquid without any air pockets.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION: Cold temperatures make the viscosity of resin and hardeners increase and may require more force to pump thicker materials. Excessive force on either one of the plunger heads however, may also cause the pumps to break. Dispensing material in 60-70°F is recommended for optimal pump performance.

In cooler temperatures, warming the containers prior to pumping will decrease the epoxy viscosity, making materials pump more easily.

MIXING

After dispensing resin and hardener into a plastic mixing pot, use a wooden stir stick to mix thoroughly.

Tip: Wash cured epoxy with water, scrubbing lightly with a Scotch-Brite pad to remove any amine blush prior to overcoating or painting.