Rapid Epoxy Glue 5 min 2x15ml - Araldite

ARALDITE RAPID is a multi-purpose, fast setting 2 component epoxy adhesive supplied in a syringe or tubes. It is a strong, long lasting, solvent free adhesive which is water resistant and can be painted or sanded. Sets in 5 minutes.

ADVANTAGES

• Extra strong bonding
• Rapid set
• Easy application
• Bonds a variety of materials
• Temperature resistant (-30oC - +80oC)
• Humidity resistant
• Sandable and paintable
• Fills uneven breaks
• Withstands rough handling
• 100% solid content
• Solvent free

APPLICATIONS

ARALDITE RAPID bonds a variety of materials including metal, wood, ceramics, masonry, glass, dry concrete, chipboard, leather, cardboard, most hard plastics, fabrics and rubbers (not suitable for polyethylene, polypropylene, Teflon, expanded polystyrene).
IMPORTANT: ARALDITE RAPID is not suitable for bonding rear-view mirrors to car windscreens. Do not use for items, which may contain food or drink, as the joint however secure and clean it may appear, may entrap bacteria from the environment. Not intended for repairs on safety critical items e.g. rotating parts of hover mowers. Please note that some items are molded from polymers such as polythene or polypropylene, for example, and are simply not designed for repair. Repair may not be viable or would need specialist chemical treatment to achieve a bond.

Specifications

• Thinning: no
• Initial bonding: 20 minutes 20oC
• Final bonding: 2 hours 20oC
• Interior and Exterior use
• Application temperature: 10oC - 35oC
• Cleaning: with acetone

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1. Make sure surfaces are dry, clean and free from dust, dirt and grease. For even better bonding slightly roughen surfaces with sandpaper.
2. Remove the cap from the center of the plunger so that the syringe may be sealed after use. Snap off the tab, to use or remove cups from the tubes.
3. Dispense equal volumes of resin and hardener onto a clean disposable surface. Mix well for 30 seconds, by stirring and folding, with a plastic palette knife. It is important to ensure a thorough mix. Reseal syringe or the tubes with their correct caps as soon as possible.
4. Apply the mixed adhesive to both surfaces of the joint and assemble carefully. A layer of adhesive 0.05 to 0.10 mm thick will normally impart the greatest lap shear strength to the joint.
5. Keep the joint supported until set. A rubber band or sticky tape is ideal. An approximate guide to support and handling times at room temperature is given below:
   Pot life: 5 minutes, approximately at 23oC
   Support time: 20 minutes at 23oC
   Full strength: 2 hours at 23oC
   Setting times may be shorter in hot weather. In cold conditions the rate of curing of the mixed adhesive may be slowed down significantly and weak joints may result. For best results, use between 20oC and 25oC.
6. For a perfect finish carefully remove any excess adhesive with a sharp knife before the adhesive has fully hardened.

REMARKS

Thorough mixing is the key to getting a good cured product. Simply stirring leaves unmixed materials at the margins. Always fold in the edges then re-stir. Cured adhesive may yellow if exposed to sunlight for long periods.

Reference Code: 00611