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Is acetone a resin

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No - it is a solvent that will dissolve resins

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Can Acetone act as a hardener for epoxy resin?

No, acetone is not a hardener for resin


Which solvent is best for mixing with epoxy resin GY-250?

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Will acetone dissolve PCB's?

Acetone will dissolve many epoxy resins and they will go into solution. There are a few available commercially. However, once the epoxy resin (oligomer) is polymerized or cross-linked by an amine for example, acetone will not dissolve it but only soften it.


Can you mix oil based paint with nail polish?

Probably not. Nail polish is normally acetone based and that doesn't blend with the resin used in oil based paints.


How do you remove fiberglass resin from a fabric?

If the fiberglass has not yet cured then it can me removed using acetone. Acetone is often the main ingredient in nail polish remover. Be sure to test on a small area first since acetone can damage some fabrics. If the fiberglass has cured try soaking with Trichloroethane to soften the fiberglass enough to remove it. Again, it is important to test on a small area of the garment first to be sure that it does not damage or discolor the garment.


Why does acetone remove permanent marker?

Acetone is a strong solvent that can dissolve the ink in permanent markers. The ink in permanent markers is designed to be resistant to water and fading, but it is not resistant to the powerful solvent properties of acetone. When acetone is applied to a surface with permanent marker, it breaks down the ink and allows it to be wiped away.


Does acetone reacts with acetone?

No, because when you add acetone to acetone, all you are doing is adding more of the volume of acetone to acetone. You are just changing the amount of acetone, not anything chemically happening.


How many type of acetone?

Yes, mainly there are 3 types of acetone: regular acetone, acetone with enriched formula, maximum strength acetone.


Why acetone have more cooling effect than water?

Acetone has a lower boiling pt. than water because it has a higher vapor pressure. Liquids boil at the temperature where their vapor pressure is equal to the atmoshperic pressure. The temperature that acetone must get to, such that its v.p. is equal to the pressure of the atmosphere, is lower than what is required for water. Therefore, acetone has a lower B.P.


What liquid will nail polish dissolve?

1.) Go to the store. 2.) Buy nail polish remover. 3.) Use as directed on the label.


What is the best way to glue resin?

With that same resin's liquid resin.