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    16 Products
    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.

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    Form

    Performance

    Quick-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Syringe. Front orientation. Syringe.
    Image of Product. Tube. Front orientation. Tube.

    Syringe

    Tube

    For quick repairs, these epoxies begin to harden in six minutes or less. Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    These adhesives 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.
    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
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    KwikWeld
    827110Tube66 hr.1,000Not Rated1:1Paste250,000—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A17000000
    82762Tube66 hr.1,000Not Rated1:1Paste250,000—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A130000
     
    PlasticWeld
    501320.85Syringe560 min.2,000Not Rated1:1Thick Liquid9,000-20 to 300Composite, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood7605A50000
     

    Waterproof Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Stick. Front orientation. Stick.
    Image of Product. Syringe. Front orientation. Syringe.
    Image of Product. Tube. Front orientation. Tube.

    Stick

    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.
    Container
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden
    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    ClearWeld
    501140.5Syringe5 min.1 hr.1,500—1:1Paste9,000 cP—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A2500000
    50240H8Tube5 min.1 hr.1,500—1:1Paste9,000 cP—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A2300000
     
    MarineWeld
    82722Tube6 hr.24 hr.1,800Not Rated1:1Paste250,000 cP—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A150000
    501720.85Syringe5 min.1 hr.1,800Not Rated1:1Paste100,000 cP-20 to 300Composite, Glass, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood7605A700000
     
    Plastic Bonder
    501330.85Syringe6 min.1 hr.1,700—1:1Paste100,000 cP—Plastic7605A240000
     
    WaterWeld
    8277—Stick25 min.60 min.900Not Rated—PuttyNot Rated—Composite, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A160000
     

    Slow-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Syringe. Front orientation. Syringe.
    Image of Product. Tube. Front orientation. Tube.

    Syringe

    Tube

    Take your time positioning parts—these epoxies remain adjustable for at least 90 minutes before setting. Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    These adhesives 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.
    Container
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Size, fl.
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, hr.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    Cold-Weld
    8265-S2Tube4241,800Not Rated1:1Paste300,000Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood7605A1100000
    828110Tube4241,800Not Rated1:1Paste300,000Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood7605A1200000
     
    Original
    501650.85Syringe4241,800Not Rated1:1Paste150,000Composite, Glass, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A40000
     

    Machinable Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Stick. Front orientation. Stick.

    Stick

    Restore cracked and hole-filled metal workpieces back to usable form with these epoxies. Once cured, you can drill precise holes, tap strong threads, and sand and file the adhesives to tight dimensions. They're steel filled for strength but won't rust.
    Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    These adhesives come in two parts that need to be mixed. The container size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Putty—Slice off a chunk and mold it into the shape you need.
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Container
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, min.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Consistency
    Viscosity
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    SteelStik
    8267Stick560900Not RatedPuttyNot Rated-20 to 300Composite, Masonry, Metal, Rubber7605A200000
     

    Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Stick. Front orientation. Stick.

    Stick

    Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    These adhesives come in two parts that need to be mixed. The container size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    7524A161 is solvent free. If the adhesive hardens in the tube, soften in warm water before dispensing.
    Putty—Slice off a chunk and mold it into the shape you need.
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Container
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Consistency
    Viscosity
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    HighHeat
    8297Stick608900Not RatedPuttyNot Rated-20 to 450Composite, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber7605A3000000
     
    PlasticWeld
    8237Stick2024900Not RatedPuttyNot Rated-20 to 300Composite, Masonry, Plastic, Rubber7605A10000
     

    Optically Clear Epoxy Structural Adhesives

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    Syringe

    For invisible bond lines, these adhesives dry clear. Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant structural adhesives. They bond especially well on metal. Choose an epoxy 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.
    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
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, min.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    For Joining
    Each
    J-B Weld
     
    ClearWeld
    501120.85Syringe5602,000Not Rated1:1Thick Liquid10,000Metal, Plastic, Rubber, Wood7605A1800000
     
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