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WEST SYSTEM
WEST SYSTEM
G/Flex® Epoxy
G/flex 655 is a new epoxy introduced by WEST SYSTEM in mid-June 2007. G/flex is a tough, resilient epoxy engineered for a superior grip to metals, plastics, glass, masonry, fiberglass, and wet and difficult-to bond woods. G/flex 655 Thickened Epoxy Adhesive comes with a thickening agent already added. G/flex offers important features:
- Toughness and Flexibility G/flex has been toughened. This gives G/flex the ability to make structural bonds that can absorb the stresses of expansion, contraction, shock, and vibration. G/flex is resilient and impact resistant. With a modulus of elasticity of 150,000 psi (WEST SYSTEM 105 Resin/205 Hardener has a modulus of elasticity of 450,000 psi), G/flex is more flexible and can deflect further than WEST SYSTEM 105/205, while being much stiffer than typical adhesive sealants.
- Bonds to wet and damp surfaces G/flex has the ability to glue damp woods. It can be used on wet surfaces, even underwater when applied with specific techniques.
- Excellent adhesion to hard-to-bond woods G/flex adheres tenaciously to difficult-to-glue hardwoods, both tropical and domestic varieties. This is important since many of the exotic and tropical species now being used to replace traditional woods present bonding challenges.
- Bonds well to a variety of materials G/flex is ideal for bonding a variety of materials, including dissimilar ones. G/flex has a superior grip so that it can be used to bond to metals, plastics, glass, masonry, and fiberglass. G/flex is ideal for repairs to aluminum boats and polyethylene and ABS canoes and kayaks. It can also be used to wet out and bond fiberglass tapes and fabrics.
- Ease of use G/flex is a simple two-part epoxy system. Resin and hardener are mixed in a 1:1 mix ratio by volume. G/flex provides a relatively long open working time of 45 minutes. It cures in 7-10 hours and can be used in cool temperatures. Because it is simple to mix and use, G/flex is an excellent starting point for customers new to epoxy use.
- Versatility G/flex can be modified with WEST SYSTEM fillers and additives if you need to meet particular bonding needs. Adding G/flex to other WEST SYSTEM epoxies can improve their toughness and flexibility.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsWest SystemG/Flex Epoxy
(based on 21 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (19)
- Weather proof (14)
- Protects well (12)
- Visually pleasing (3)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors (8)
- Quick fix (8)
- Wood trim (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (12), Advanced (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (17)
Reviewed by 21 customers
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- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Did the trick and good advice from staff
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Visually Pleasing
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Quick Fix
- Wood Trim
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Easy to use no complicated mixing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
THIS PRODUCT HOLDS BOND ON ALUMINUM WITH A ROUGHENED OR ETCHED SURFACE. SEALED RIVETS AND CRACKED JOINING SEAL WITHOUT ISSUE.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Quick Fix
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Slow curing time
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Quick Fix
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
I used this to mount some stainless plates to the inside of hull . Works great! Enough working time, not runny,,dint even smell too bad. I really liked that you can easily mix just what you need
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Quick Fix
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Had a small air leak in an inflatable. Tried two different glues with a patch. Followed instructions. Air found a way to blow out of the patch. Then I used West Epoxy G Flex. Worked great! Used it to glue the soles back on my girlfriend's cowboy boots , fix my son's surfboard, and dozens of other little repairs. Good stuff. The small tubes go a long way.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- crafts
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Custom knife making. Its flexiblility is great for adhering wood knife handles to metal blade tangs. Also for setting gemstones into the wood handles.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Protects Well
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Quick Fix
- Wood Trim
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
First, full disclosure - I am a West Marine associate. That being said, I use G-Flex all the time on our boat. This is a tough product. A few years ago I used it to fill a hinge screw hole that had partially stripped; I inserted the screw before the resin completely cured. Later, I wanted to replace the hinge with a stainless steel version and broke the screw driver tip trying get the screw out. That sold me on the product.
Service and delivery comments:
I bought it at the store.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
- Wood Trim
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Truly water proof,becomes ingrained with the wood so don't make a mistake.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Messy
Best Uses
- Wood Trim
Comments about G/Flex Epoxy:
Worked well
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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