What sort of epoxy is required for an accelerated carbonation test?

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I have to perform an accelerated carbonation test on cylindrical mortar samples. I am wondering if anybody knows what sort of epoxy can be used for covering the flat surfaces, so that only the curved surfaces are exposed to CO2.

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