Thermoset
Epoxy (DGEBA, amine-cured)
Standard structural thermoset matrix; good adhesion and dimensional stability. Properties vary with cure.
| Property | Value | Source | Method | Conditions | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.2 g/cm³ | Daniel & Ishai, Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials, 2nd ed. | ASTM D792 | 23 °C, dry | — |
| Young's modulus E | 3.45 GPa | Daniel & Ishai, Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials, 2nd ed. | ASTM D638 | 23 °C, dry | typical cured structural grade |
| Tensile strength | 70 MPa | Daniel & Ishai, Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials, 2nd ed. | ASTM D638 | 23 °C, dry | — |
| Glass transition Tg | 120 °C | Daniel & Ishai, Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials, 2nd ed. | DMA | 23 °C, dry | cure-schedule dependent, 60–220 °C possible |
Compare with
Sources
- Daniel & Ishai, Engineering Mechanics of Composite Materials, 2nd ed.
Typical room-temperature values for learning and preliminary design; grades vary. Always confirm against the supplier datasheet before design work. Data policy: docs/DATA-SOURCES.md in the repository.