Distriputing Gallon Can to Smaller Containers.

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I probably should of bought 8 quarts instead of 2 gallons.

I was thinking whenever I want to spray a little epoxy, I would be working with smaller cans, instead of opening that gallon can every time.

Any tips/tricks for distributing and then storing epoxy in smaller containers?
 
crashtech;11188 said:
So you're not going to buy a mixing lid, like in the other thread?

I'm debating different ideas.

I think the mixing lid is also available for quart size.
 
What do you use a mixing lid for?

I pour each gallon product into a quart. I work out of the quart and only open the gallon when it the quart is empty.
 
strum456;11192 said:
What do you use a mixing lid for?

I pour each gallon product into a quart. I work out of the quart and only open the gallon when it the quart is empty.

I'm thinking that is the simplest solution.
 
I bought empty quart cans and after thoroughly mixing the epoxy I split the gallon into four quart cans. It worked fine but I still have the problem of paint in the rim. I think I bought these from TCP Global for about $2 a can.
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Source: http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydepot/ItemDetail.aspx?ItemNo=CAN+QUART

Next time I'm going to use the screw-top quart bottles because it's easier to pour into the mixing/measuring bucket. TCP Global sells these plastic bottles for about $2 each.
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Source: http://www.tcpglobal.com/autobodydepot/ItemDetail.aspx?ItemNo=KUS+BTL-16Z

Found another site that sells metal bottles for $5.25 each, which looks like a better option because I can put this kind of container in the shaker -- not sure about putting a plastic bottle in there.
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Source: http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/product_pages/View_Catalog_Page.asp?mi=1193
 
Any local paint store should be able to sell you quart cans for around 1-2$. I've never bothered to do this for primer but I have for hardeners just to help keep the shelf life. I also store my hardeners upside down once opened-you'll find they make their own seal and won't exchange air as easily. When pouring out of a full gallon can just wrap some 2" tape or 6" masking paper around the rim and use that for your pour spout-works fine. Punch holes in the lid groove so it stays clean. Use measuring spoons and dip for a fill if you're mixing small amounts.
 
i have an old gal lid with a 3/8 lag bolt in a hole. i use it on a fresh gal until i use a qrt or so . all color is poured into qrts right after mix.
 
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As long as you keep the rim clean, tape works real good.
I quit punching a hole in the rim, it just put paint in the rim
every time I shook the can.
 
For gallons of epoxy, I buy the replacement can lids that have the pour spout that has a cap similar to those that come on most 5 gallon cans of lacquer thinner. They seal well enough that I can put the can on my air powered shaker and not leak. If I was going to store the can for a long period, I would replace it with the original, but they seal well enough to keep the stuff for well over 6 months.

Aaron
 
Go to the grocery store and buy yourself some measuring cups for baking, they come in plastic or stainless. Simlply make sure the cup is clean, dip into the gallon, and wipe clean when done. This process makes no mess on the edges of the gallon container, and lid closes properly when done.
 
The plastic ones would need to be tested for solvent resistance. I use glass beakers for some things. I would recommend glass or metal, personally.
 
The plastic ones I have work just fine, no problems at all, but you can get them in metal(stainless) if you feel more comfortable.
 
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