{"product_id":"strongedge-45","title":"StrongEdge 45 Transparent Knife Grade Epoxy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe strongest clear knife-grade epoxy for stone fabrication and lamination. \u003cstrong\u003eTenax StrongEdge 45\u003c\/strong\u003e is a two-part transparent epoxy with true knife-grade consistency — engineered for 45° miter joints, vertical seams, and lamination where a flowing epoxy would run and a polyester would lack the structural strength required. Once cured, the bond is stronger than the stone itself: countertops will not delaminate or break at a StrongEdge 45 joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal-clear and non-shrinking, StrongEdge 45 polishes to a high-gloss finish and accepts color paste for precise stone matching. 45-minute set time at 75°F. 2:1 mix ratio. VOC compliant. Suitable for granite, marble, quartz, engineered stone, ceramic, and porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrongest clear knife-grade epoxy for stone fabrication and lamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue knife-grade consistency — no running or dripping on 45° miters or vertical seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal-clear, non-shrinking formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolishes to a high-gloss finish; accepts color paste for stone matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBond strength exceeds the stone — no delamination at the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45-minute set time at 75°F; 2:1 mix ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVOC compliant; indoor and outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrongEdge 45 vs. StrongEdge Express — Which to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrongEdge 45 (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e — knife-grade consistency; use for 45° miters, vertical seams, and applications where the adhesive must stay in place without running; 45-minute set time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/strongedge-express\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrongEdge Express\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — flowing consistency; use for lamination, flat seams, and applications where the adhesive needs to self-level; 40-minute set time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranite, marble, quartzite, travertine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered quartz and engineered stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic and porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll natural stone surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the surface is clean, dry, and free of dust and oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf color matching, add Universal Color Paste to Part A before combining with Part B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix Parts A and B at a 2:1 ratio; stir vigorously with clean tools until fully blended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply immediately — do not return mixed adhesive to the original container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to fully cure (approx. 45 minutes at 75°F), then grind flush and polish to match surrounding stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean tools with acetone or butyl acetate before adhesive cures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal containers tightly after use; store between 65°F–77°F; minimum 1-year shelf life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/strongedge-express\"\u003eStrongEdge Express Flowing Epoxy — flowing version for lamination and flat seams\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/universal-color-paste\"\u003eUniversal Color Paste — for color matching the adhesive to the stone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-mixing-cups-12oz-50-sleeve\"\u003eTenax Mixing Cups 12oz — disposable cups for measuring and mixing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-9-razor-blade\"\u003eTenax #9 Razor Blade — for trimming cured adhesive flush before polishing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tenax-t-tape-miter-tape\"\u003eTenax T Tape Miter Tape — for masking and holding miter joints during cure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tixo-xe-transparent-knife-grade\"\u003eTenax Tixo Xe Knife Grade Polyester — polyester alternative for interior repairs and seams\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProToolHaus – Your Certified Tenax USA Distributor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from ProToolHaus, you’re ordering from a certified distributor of Tenax USA. We carry the full lineup and stand behind every product with expert guidance, fast fulfillment, and the kind of support that only comes from working in the stone industry every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenax USA","offers":[{"title":"Part A \/ 1 Quart","offer_id":51164326428896,"sku":"1RFSTRONGEDGE1KGA45","price":39.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Part B \/ 1 Quart","offer_id":51164326461664,"sku":"1RFSTRONGEDGE0.5KGB4","price":27.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/3943\/1904\/files\/StrongedgeA_B.png?v=1774356459","url":"https:\/\/protoolhaus.com\/products\/strongedge-45","provider":"Pro Tool Haus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}