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A 2 cm system should not be used as an 8 cm deep-pour resin.
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How to choose resin for a river table
The right river table resin is not simply the clearest one in the cup. It must work safely at the required thickness and volume.
TDS and safety
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Quick answer
How to choose resin for a river table
The right river table resin is not simply the clearest one in the cup. It must work safely at the required thickness and volume.
Technical parameters decide whether a project runs calmly or ends with stickiness, overheating or bubbles.
Read the TDS as a process guide: ratio, temperature, mass, working time, layer thickness and full cure are connected.
How to choose
Find the thickest point of the pour first.
Check pot life and gel time for the actual mass.
For clear projects, consider UV stability and yellowing.
Wood
Dry, stable and sealed wood reduces bubbles and leaks.
Mould
A level, sealed mould is as important as the resin choice.
How to approach it in practice
Step by step
Start with system limits
First check the thickness and mass the resin is designed for. Product naming does not replace technical data.
Compare parameters under the same conditions
Pot life, gel time and curing depend on temperature and sample mass. Comparisons without conditions can mislead.
Plan pouring and degassing
Large volumes need time for mixing, pouring, degassing and leak control. Short pot life can be a real limitation.
Record technical decisions
Note ratio, temperature, batch, pigment and pour time. If a defect appears, you have data to learn from.
Split the project when needed
If layer, mass or temperature exceeds the system comfort zone, staging is safer than fighting exotherm.
Common mistakes
Mistake 1
Confusing pot life with full cure time.
Mistake 2
Mixing weight ratio with volume ratio.
Mistake 3
Ignoring workshop, wood and A+B component temperature.
Mistake 4
Too much resin mass in the cup or mould despite TDS warnings.
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Next step
Turn TDS into project data
Use the resin database to compare ratios, layer limits and working times before choosing a system.
FAQ
What resin is best for a river table?
A deep-pour resin matched to the required thickness, room conditions and optical result.
Can fast resin be used for a table?
Usually not for deep pours. Fast systems are better for thin layers.
Does UV stability matter?
Yes, especially with light wood, clear rivers and tables near windows.