totalCAST Clear Art Resin | Eli-Chem Resins

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totalCAST Clear Art Resin is a revolutionary hybrid polymer that produces an optically clear, high gloss finish for coating artwork and for creating jewellery

totalCAST Art Resin has been ASTM certified non-hazardous and non-toxic. UV Resistance: totalCAST utilises hybrid technology to inhibit yellowing.

This epoxy resin system is ideal for coating and sealing artwork on canvas, wood, MDF, glass, perspex, concrete, metals etc. The product can be applied by pouring, brush or roller. The excellent clarity and optical transparency makes the resin not only makes it ideal for the protection and decoration of paintings, sculptures & collages, photos & prints, wood & timber artefacts (clocks and puzzles etc), but also for creating pendants, bangles & other jewellery items, flower setting and paperweights.

This formulation represents cutting edge polymeric technology and was developed to offer unrivalled user friendliness and a crystal clear result every time. Please be advised although our resins are U.V stabilised this does not mean they are U.V proof. Ultimately all our clear epoxy resins will show signs of U.V degradation over time. We work constantly to improve the U.V protection however resins are plastics and over time the sun will always win that battle.

The totalCAST range contains a quick and easy mix pack for single use application. The one use 200g TwinPack sachets are designed for the resin art novice who wants a quick & easy solution for their first resin adventure, or for the experienced user who has a small requirement.

Key advantages:

1:1 mixing ratio by volume or weight
Non toxic and VOC free
Odour free and solvent free
Built in air release agents and moisture scavengers
UV Stable, no need for HALS or UV blockers

Pack Sizes

totalCAST comes in 7 pack sizes so you can buy exactly the right amount for your project. To help you choose the correct kit please see the coverage guide below, then make your selection from the drop down list above. The exact coverage will depend on how thick you want your resin coating and the type of media you are covering.

The bangle image above is courtesy of Tali Iserles at Tallulah Does the Hula

totalCAST Pack Size	Coverage at 0.5 mm thick
200g Twin Pack	0.286 m²
500g Tester	0.715 m²
2 kg Kit	2.86 m²
4 kg Kit	5.72 m²
10 kg Kit	14.30 m²
50 kg Kit	71.50 m²

Please note this resin has a heat distortion temperature of 45-50°C which makes it unsuitable for the placement of very hot objects on its surface such as cups, mugs, plates etc. We recommend UltraCast ^xt for excellent temperature resistance.

Differences between totalCAST and MasterCast 1-2-1:

Mixed viscosity: totalCAST has a lower mixed viscosity and a thinner consistency than MasterCast
Curing time: totalCAST cures in half the time (3-4hrs), MasterCast offers a longer working time

Both can be used for clear coating over existing artwork made with oil paints, acrylics, enamels, watercolours etc, but Mastercast 1-2-1 is better suited to pigmenting in resin art applications. totalCAST is ideal for pouring in moulds for embedding, potting, encapsulating and jewellery production.

Application video for totalCAST Clear Art Resin

Specifications
Mix ratio	by weight: 100 parts resin to 100 parts hardener by volume: 100 parts resin to 100 parts hardener
Surfaces	canvas, wood, MDF, glass, perspex, concrete & metal
Curing time	touch dry in 3/4 hours at 23°C, full cure in 5-7 days
Coverage	1 litre of the mixed product will cover 1.43m²@ 0.5 mm thick (1kg = 1 litre) No more than 3 kgs in one pour
Pot Life	10-15 minutes at 23°C (250g mixed mass)
Shelf life	one year in sealed containers

Mixing

The mixing ratio must be accurately followed to achieve perfect results. It is not possible to change the ratio which would result in the resin not drying properly and lower mechanical properties.

The mixed components should be thoroughly stirred for 3-4 minutes to ensure an even consistency. Epoxy systems tend to heat up in a pot than as a thin film, only mix the amount needed for use within the pot life of the product.

For the 200ml Twin Pack, simply open the pre-filled pouch, remove the separator clip, knead the two parts together for 2 minutes, cut a corner and pour. The Twin Pack will cover 0.4m² @ 0.5mm thick. Mixed product can not be saved for future use.

Application

The product can be applied by pouring from the mixing vessel, by brush or roller. The mixed resin can be tinted with our resi-TINT pigments, resi-METAL or resi-TINT+ Metallic Powders to make your artwork pop. resi-BLAST will add stunning cells and effects.

Health & Safety

Although our resins are formulated with the most modern and safest epoxy chemicals available, all epoxy resins are chemicals and should be managed and handled with proactive safety hygiene and responsible care.

Always wear nitrile gloves (or use a specialist resin barrier cream)
Wear a respirator when sanding partially-cured resin
It is advisable to work in a well ventilated room
We advise the use of safety goggles
Avoid skin contact (if resin gets on skin wash with plenty of soap & water)
DO NOT eat, drink or smoke while working
In case of eye contamination wash with plenty of water for 15 minutes and consult medical advice immediately

Adding inks/paints/mica powder/glitter to epoxy resin will change its properties and may reduce its non-toxicity. If you use alcohol inks DO NOT use a flame to remove bubbles, as alcohol is flammable.