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NOROX® KP-9 MEKP Catalyst for Polyester & Vinyl Ester Resins

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NOROX® KP-9 MEKP Catalyst for Polyester & Vinyl Ester Resins

Product Description

Technical Data Sheet - TDS

NOROX® KP-9 is a premium general-purpose methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) catalyst designed for curing unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins at ambient temperatures. Recognised as the workhorse of the NOROX® range, it provides consistent curing performance, medium reactivity and moderate heat generation across a wide range of composite manufacturing processes. It is suitable for both professional production and repair applications.

Typical Applications

  • Polyester laminating resins
  • Vinyl ester resins
  • Gelcoats
  • Fibreglass boat building and repairs
  • Hand lay-up
  • Spray-up
  • RTM moulding
  • Vacuum infusion
  • Filament winding
  • Polyester concrete

Key Features

  • General-purpose MEKP catalyst
  • Medium reactivity
  • Consistent room-temperature curing
  • Moderate exotherm
  • Excellent compatibility with polyester and vinyl ester systems
  • Professional-grade composite catalyst

Technical Highlights

Property Typical Value
Appearance Clear liquid
Catalyst Type Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP)
Active Oxygen Approx. 9.1%
Density @ 20°C Approx. 1.1 g/cm³
Viscosity @ 20°C Approx. 15 mPa·s
Recommended Dosage 1–3%
Recommended Storage 0–30°C
Shelf Life 6 months

These values come directly from the NOROX® KP-9 technical data sheet.

Why Choose NOROX® KP-9?

  • Reliable curing across a wide range of polyester and vinyl ester resin systems
  • Suitable for hand lay-up, spray-up, RTM, continuous laminating, centrifugal casting, filament winding and vacuum infusion
  • Excellent processing consistency
  • Professional-quality performance for composite manufacturing
  • Trusted by fibreglass manufacturers worldwide
NOROX® KP-9 MEKP Catalyst for Polyester & Vinyl Ester Resins
$118.50
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