virketid
Virketid, often translated as working time or pot life in English, is a term used in Swedish and other Nordic technical contexts to describe the period after a material has been prepared or mixed during which it remains workable and suitable for processing. The virketid ends when the material begins to cure, harden, or lose its ability to be manipulated effectively.
The length of virketid is product-specific and depends on factors such as formulation, temperature, humidity, and
Common contexts for virketid include adhesives and sealants (such as epoxies and polyurethanes), paints and varnishes,
Practically, working within the specified virketid is essential for achieving proper bonding, finish, and performance. To
Virketid is related to other terms such as pot life, open time, working time, and cure time.