EA-40
I just revived this today.
Date code  B 2306580 = 2023 June   EDIT, Sorry   10ish months
                A 2310236  = 2023 Oct.   5ish months
Your thoughts ??

EA-40 data sheet
Read RECOMMENDED next to my finger

I know about that date code, but good grief if I should order every few weeks from USA and the shipping is about the same price as the glue itself, I would be ruined. I thought they said shelf life was two years in unopened cans. I use it up to two years after the specified date code. On things that are not highly stressed, like bow limbs, I have used it longer.

I dunno but I just used some I last bought about 3 years agony hat I popped open last Julyamd has been living in the garage. It seems like it set up well and is plenty strong. I'll know for sure when I got to bend it.i still need to finish cleaning up and shaping.

Kyle

This will help keep it fresh, I spray after every use.
Bloxygen Preserver spray
https://www.amazon.com/Bloxygen-Preserver-Store-Preservation-System/dp/B07PN45KW2/ref=sr_1_1_pp?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YRFfTvItO0N3_6brx0Ey4jDUtpiHr7UIjTCgantDf-fjAy0NJhWLErBlxAzqxd7xKbh8yOb-gH8ZEE5chGJJBs56oXNi6J2FDDpUqgGwHfA.acH8UMNCXN36TRBcSFv3FesX8zmAanHKfGTr2_-wWTE&dib_tag=se&hvadid=409954515256&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9013718&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3748847505908510840&hvtargid=kwd-4459960421&hydadcr=24629_11409997&keywords=bloxygen%2Bfinish%2Bpreserver&qid=1710788783&sr=8-1&th=1

You might want to think seriously about empty caulking tubes. It eliminates all the air, and is much cheaper than Argon gas.   Kirk

I've had the tubes for a while now.
The B has me worried at 10 months??

Two years is what my previous supplier told me. But obviously not...

Year or so ago she said they just extended to two years, but I reckon their website should show it if so?? 

Quote from: kennym on March 19, 2024, 10:13:09 AM
Two years is what my previous supplier told me. But obviously not...

Year or so ago she said they just extended to two years, but I reckon their website should show it if so?? 

That picture is 4 years old Kenny
I went to there website today and It does say 2 years unopen at the bottom of this page . I guess I will be OK
https://www.smooth-on.com/support/faq/209/

Yer makin me feel better Maxi!! 

Good to know.

Now that is great news. ( Being that I just bought 2 gallon unit)    ...OE

Quote from: JDBerry on March 19, 2024, 08:37:57 PM
Now that is great news. ( Being that I just bought 2 gallon unit)    ...OE

2 years unopen
Kirks way should work awesome after opened.

Where would  you buy the caulking tubes? I think it's a great idea.    ....OE

Google this
empty caulking tubes


I have not use mine yet

Honestly I really can't speak for longevity much because I go though so much of it. I burn through about 4 gallons a year or more....

But what I really like about the caulking tube system is there is no contamination with dust particles every time you open a can.  It's also a great dispenser that is easily controlled for your 2:1 mix ratio going right into your mixing cup.

The only thing you have to watch out for is the temp you store your full tubes. 40-50 degrees or colder and that stuff stiffens up a lot. I keep the tubes I'm using in the heated spray booth in winter, as well as the other full ones not being used. 65 degrees is perfect.      Kirk