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    About Structural Adhesives
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    Compare epoxy, acrylic, and urethane adhesive options. Then learn about adhesive performance measures and best practices to create a strong bond.

    Epoxy Structural Adhesives for Harsh Environments

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    With excellent resistance to corrosive chemicals, these epoxies maintain bonds in tough conditions.
    Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They bond especially well on metal. Choose an adhesive that hardens quickly for fast repairs, or one that hardens slowly to allow more time for positioning.
    These adhesives come in two parts that need to be mixed. The container size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Model Number E-120HP—Resist acetone, fuel, and oil. These adhesives also bond dissimilar materials and withstand rapid changes in temperature.
    Model Number 14415—Resist acids and oils.
    Model Number 9430—Resist fuel and hydraulic fluid.
    Cartridge—To mix and dispense these adhesives, you'll need a mixer nozzle and dispensing gun.
    Paste—Thicker than liquid adhesives but still spreadable—good for filling gaps and covering surfaces.
    Thick Liquid—Flow into narrower gaps than gels and pastes, but thick enough to stay put on uneven surfaces.
    Mfr.
    Model
    Container
    Strength
    Name
    No.
    Size
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden
    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Shear
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Environment
    For Joining
    Each
    Loctite®
    E-120HP1.69 fl. oz.Cartridge2 hr.24 hr.4,300 psiNot Rated2:1Thick Liquid30,000-65 to 250Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleCeramic, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Rubber6430A24000000
    E-120HP6.76 fl. oz.Cartridge2 hr.24 hr.4,300 psiNot Rated2:1Thick Liquid30,000-65 to 250Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleCeramic, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Rubber1765A4400000
    E-120HP13.5 fl. oz.Cartridge2 hr.24 hr.4,300 psiNot Rated2:1Thick Liquid30,000-65 to 250Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleCeramic, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Rubber1765A43000000
    943032 fl. oz.Can50 min.5 day4,230 psi60 lbf/in. wd.3.78:1Thick Liquid12,000-65 to 180Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleMetal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Rubber1813A238000000
    94301.25 gal.Can50 min.5 day4,230 psi60 lbf/in. wd.3.78:1Thick Liquid12,000-65 to 180Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleMetal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Rubber1813A239000000
     
    Devcon
    HP 2501441513.5 fl. oz.Cartridge65 min.7 day3,200 psi35 lbf/in. wd.2:1Paste105,000-65 to 250Corrosive, HarshComposite, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Wood66215A35000000
     
    Other Structural Adhesives
    1.69 fl. oz.Cartridge30 min.24 hr.360 psiNot Rated2:1Thick Liquid7,000-50 to 350Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleComposite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Metal to Composite, Metal to Plastic, Metal to Rubber, Plastic to Composite, Plastic to Rubber, Rubber to Composite7513A300000
    1.69 fl. oz.Cartridge40 min.24 hr.Not RatedNot Rated2:1Thick Liquid10,000-65 to 350Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleMetal, Plastic, Metal to Plastic7513A400000
     
    Accessories for Structural Adhesives

    Waterproof Epoxy Structural Adhesives

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    Stick

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    Image of Product. Tube. Front orientation. Tube.

    Syringe

    Tube

    Even when used underwater, these adhesives maintain their strength. Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    These epoxies come in two parts that need to be mixed. The container size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Paste—Thicker than liquid adhesives but still spreadable—good for filling gaps and covering surfaces.
    Putty—Slice off a chunk and mold it into the shape you need.
    Thick Liquid—Flow into narrower gaps than gels and pastes, but thick enough to stay put on uneven surfaces.
    Container
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
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    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    J-B Weld
     
    MarineWeld
    82722Tube6 hr.24 hr.1,800Not Rated1:1Paste250,000 cPComposite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber17605A1500000
    501720.85Syringe5 min.1 hr.1,800Not Rated1:1Paste100,000 cP-20 to 300Composite, Glass, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood17605A700000
     
    WaterWeld
    8277Stick25 min.60 min.900Not RatedPuttyNot RatedComposite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber17605A160000
     
    Other Structural Adhesives
    Single-Use Packet25 min.7 day2,200Not Rated2.5:1Thick Liquid40,000 cP0 to 220Composite, Masonry, Metal107538A3300000
     

    Chemical-Resistant Acrylic Structural Adhesives

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    Solvents, oils, acids, and other chemicals won't degrade the bond of these adhesives. Acrylics bond with the widest range of materials of any adhesive. They adhere to plastic especially well, requiring little surface preparation.
    These adhesives come in two parts that need to be mixed. The container size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Cartridge—To mix and dispense these adhesives, you'll need a mixer nozzle and dispensing gun.
    Paste—Thicker than liquid adhesives but still spreadable—good for filling gaps and covering surfaces.
    Container
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel, lbf/in.
    wd.
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    Lord
    403/191.69Cartridge2243,000374:1Paste220,000-40 to 300Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber66195A26000000
    406/191.69Cartridge6242,800264:1Paste220,000-40 to 300Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber66195A2700000
    506/191.69Cartridge4243,500102:1Paste130,000-40 to 300Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber66195A1400000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Structural Adhesives

    Epoxy Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Epoxy Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments.
    Tough enough to be permanently submersed in seawater, these compounds protect sensitive electronics, such as circuit boards, semiconductors, and sensors in harsh environments. They resist moisture, salt, and chemicals, so you can use them in corrosive oil, marine, and mining applications. These compounds can also be used within autoclaves. Because they are epoxies, they are rigid, resist wear, and create excellent electrical insulation. They withstand a wide range of temperatures, and this formulation won’t crack or split as components heat up and cool down.
    They come in a cartridge, so you can apply them precisely. To dispense, they require a mixer nozzle and gun (both sold separately).
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    Time, hr.
    Container
    Size, fl. oz.
    Consistency
    Touch
    Overall
    Mixer Nozzle
    Included
    Mix
    Ratio
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    V/mil
    Thermal
    Conductivity
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Environment
    For Use On
    Autoclavable
    Each
    Cartridge Potting Compounds—Extra Hard
    1.69Thick Liquid1224No2:1500Not Rated-50 to 350Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleBrass, Bronze, Cast Iron, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Polycarbonate, Polyurethane Rubber, Glass, ABS, CPVC, HDPE, Nylon, PEEK, Polyethylene, Polyimide, Polypropylene, Polystyrene, PVC, PVDF, UHMW PolyethyleneYes5872N11000000
     
    Accessories for Compounds

    Pipe Cement for Corrosive Waste Plastic Pipe

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Adhesive Cement. Pipe Cement for Corrosive Waste Plastic Pipe.
    Because this cement won't break down when exposed to corrosive waste, it's often used on plastic pipe fittings in laboratories.
    Pipe
    Dia.
    16 fl. oz.
    Container
    32 fl. oz.
    Container
    Min.
    Max.
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Color
    Specs. Met
    Food Industry
    Std.
    For Use
    On
    Each
    Each
    1 1/2"24"602Thick Liquid1,60040 to 110YellowASTM F2618, ASTM F493NSF/ANSI 14
    For CPVC
    1621T270000001621T280000000

    Urethane Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potting Compounds. Urethane Potting Compounds for Harsh Environments.
    From shore to sea floor, these potting compounds are formulated for permanent submersion in water—even salt water. Use them to protect circuits and splices in pumps, underwater lighting, and other underwater electronics from corrosion and chemicals. Made of urethane, they withstand a wide range of temperatures, especially cold underwater conditions. They provide good electrical insulation and have excellent flexibility. Since they’re more flexible than epoxy compounds, they’re often used to protect against vibration and impact.
    Mix the two parts of these compounds together and pour them over components inside a potting box or other container. If mixing causes air bubbles, put the mixture in a vacuum chamber to remove them.
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    Container
    Size, fl. oz.
    Consistency
    Touch,
    min.
    Overall,
    hr.
    Mix
    Ratio
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Thermal Conductivity,
    W/(m⋅°C)
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Environment
    For Use On
    Color
    Clarity
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    Bottle Potting Compounds—Hard
    12.6Thin Liquid10242:13700.3-55 to 245Corrosive, Harsh, SubmersibleAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Polycarbonate, Polyurethane Rubber, Ceramic, Glass, ABS, Garolite, Polyimide, PVCBlackOpaqueCanada6094N11000000
     
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