KylinCure EMI-24
CAS No. 931-36-2
Molecular Formula: C6H10N2
Molecular Weight: 110.16
Synonyms: 2-Ethyl-4-methylimidazole; 2-Ethyl-4-Methyl-1H-Imidazol; EMI-24
KylinCure EMI-24 is a high-reactivity, medium-viscosity liquid imidazole used alone or to accelerate dicyandiamide or anhydride cures.
Properties & Characteristics
Curing Performance
Low-Temperature Efficiency: Achieves >95% conversion at 80–100°C (vs. 120°C+ for conventional amines).
Synergistic Catalysis: Enhances reactivity of dicyandiamide (DICY) systems, reducing DICY’s activation temperature by 30–40°C.
Controlled Exotherm: Minimizes thermal stress in thick-section castings.
Cured Epoxy Properties
Thermal Resistance: Glass transition temperature (Tg) of 110–140°C, depending on resin/hardener ratios.
Mechanical Integrity: Flexural strength >100 MPa; impact resistance >15 kJ/m².
Dielectric Performance: Low dissipation factor (Df <0.02 @ 1 GHz), ideal for high-frequency applications.
Formulation Ben…