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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.

    Quick-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Single-Use Packet. Front orientation. Single-Use Packet.

    Single-Use Packet

    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.
    Strength
    Container 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
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single-Use Packet3243,00011:1Thick Liquid40,00015 to 180Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber107538A11000000
    Single-Use Packet3243,71021:1Paste400,00015 to 180Masonry, Metal, Wood107538A1500000
     

    Epoxy Structural Adhesive Assortments

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Structural Adhesives. Epoxy Structural Adhesive Assortments.
    Keep a variety of epoxy adhesives on hand for a range of applications and materials. Epoxies are the strongest and most chemical-resistant adhesives. They bond especially well on metal.
    Component Included
    Each
    General Purpose (Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber)
    Nonsagging (Masonry, Metal, Wood)
    Slow-Set (Composite, Metal)
    Quick-Set (Masonry, Metal, Rubber)
    High Strength (Metal, Rubber)
    Waterproof (Composite, Masonry, Metal)
    Optically Clear (Glass, Metal)
    Machinable (Composite, Metal)    		7538A16000000

    Optically Clear Epoxy Structural Adhesives

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    Single-Use Packet

    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.
    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.
    Strength
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Container Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Loctite®
    608Single-Use Packet524 hr.2,980Not Rated1:1Paste100,000-65 to 130Metal, Plastic, Rubber101813A248000000
     
    Other Structural Adhesives
    —Single-Use Packet607 day2,400Not Rated1.61:1Thick Liquid14,0000 to 180Glass, Metal107538A1300000
     

    Epoxy Structural Adhesives

    Image of Product. Single-Use Packet. Front orientation. Single-Use Packet.

    Single-Use Packet

    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.
    Thick Liquid—Flow into narrower gaps than gels and pastes, but thick enough to stay put on uneven surfaces.
    Strength
    Container Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single-Use Packet45242,900Not Rated1:1Thick Liquid3,7000 to 120Composite, Metal107538A14000000
     

    Waterproof Epoxy Structural Adhesives

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    Single-Use Packet

    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.
    Thick Liquid—Flow into narrower gaps than gels and pastes, but thick enough to stay put on uneven surfaces.
    Strength
    Container Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, day
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single-Use Packet2572,200Not Rated2.5:1Thick Liquid40,0000 to 220Composite, Masonry, Metal107538A33000000
     

    Slow-Set Epoxy Structural Adhesives

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    Single-Use Packet

    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.
    Thick Liquid—Flow into narrower gaps than gels and pastes, but thick enough to stay put on uneven surfaces.
    Strength
    Container Type
    Begins to
    Harden, hr.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Shear,
    psi
    Peel
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Viscosity,
    cP
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Single-Use Packet2243,280Not Rated1:1Thick Liquid30,000-25 to 200Glass, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber107538A12000000
    Single-Use Packet3242,80024 lbf/in. wd.1:1Thick Liquid50,000-65 to 250Glass, Masonry, Metal, Plastic, Rubber107538A3100000
     

    Conductive Adhesives for Electronics

    An alternative to solder, these flexible, silver-filled adhesives accommodate joint movement. Use them to bond electrical components and repair circuits.
    Epoxy
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Conductive Adhesives. Conductive Adhesives for Electronics, Single-Use Packet.

    Single-Use

    Packet

    Epoxy adhesives are two-part adhesives that need to be mixed together. The size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Container
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Surface
    Resistivity
    Begins to
    Harden, hr.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Thermal Conductivity,
    W/(m⋅°C)
    Mix
    Ratio
    Consistency
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    For Joining
    Each
    0.09Single-Use Packet5× 10^-2Ω⋅cm3241.551:1.15Paste230Ceramic, Glass, Metal7661A13000000
     

    Surface Fillers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Surface Fillers , Epoxy, Single-Use Packet.

    Epoxy,

    Single-Use

    Packet

    These surface fillers can be used on vertical surfaces without sagging. They repair cracked, worn, and damaged surfaces. The size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Single-Use Packet—Surface fillers in single-use packets are also known as double-bubbles.
    Container
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Consistency
    Mixing
    Req.
    Mix
    Ratio
    Approx. Coverage
    @ Thk.
    Max.
    Thk.
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    Process After
    Hardening
    For Use On
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Epoxy Surface Fillers
    0.1Single-Use Packet2524Thick LiquidYes1:1Not RatedNot RatedYes0300AluminumMachine, TapAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, Fiberglass107538A32000000
     

    Surface Filler Patches

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    Knead the epoxy-coated patch and resin together to make repairs to pipes, tanks, drums, and containers in the field.
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Container
    Type
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength
    Mixing
    Req.
    Mix
    Ratio
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    Process After Hardening
    For Use On
    Each
    Devcon Zip Patch™
    11500Patch4"9"54 hr.No—Yes-40200BrownMachine, Drill, Sand, Saw, TapAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, ABS, CPVC, PETG, Polycarbonate, Polyimide, Polystyrene, Polyurethane Rubber, PVC, PVDF, Ceramic, Fiberglass, Wood7790A210000000
     
    Epoxy Surface Fillers
    —Patch4"6"130 min.Yes1:1Yes—425ClearSandAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Vinyl Plastic, EPDM, SBR, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, ABS, CPVC, PETG, Polycarbonate, Polyimide, Polystyrene, Polyurethane Rubber, PVC, PVDF, Fiberglass, Wood74645A7900000
     

    Conductive Surface Fillers for Electronics

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Epoxy. Conductive Surface Fillers for Electronics , Single-Use Packet.

    Single-Use

    Packet

    A high silver content allows these surface fillers to conduct electricity and heat. Use them to fill gaps and rebuild missing material on electrical connections or to assemble new components. They come as two parts. The size listed is the combined total of the two parts.
    Thermal Conductivity—Thermal conductivity measures a material’s ability to transfer heat. The higher the rating, the more heat it transfers.
    Electrical Volume Resistivity—Electrical volume resistivity measures how well a material opposes the flow of electricity. The lower the rating, the more electricity it conducts.
    Container
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Net Wt.,
    oz.
    Type
    Begins to
    Harden, min.
    Reaches Full
    Strength, hr.
    Consistency
    Mixing
    Req.
    Thermal Conductivity,
    W/(m⋅°C)
    Electrical Volume
    Resistivity
    Mix
    Ratio
    Max.
    Thk.
    For Use
    Outdoors
    Min.
    Max.
    Color
    For Use On
    Each
    Loctite® Surface Fillers
    38880.09Single-Use Packet9024PasteYes1.440.001Ω⋅cm100:61/4"Yes-40170SilverAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Polycarbonate7366A55000000
     
    Surface Fillers
    —0.09Single-Use Packet9024PasteYes6.050.009Ω⋅cm100:61/4"Yes-75250SilverAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Ceramic, Glass7661A1100000
    —0.35Single-Use Packet9024PasteYes6.050.009Ω⋅cm100:61/4"Yes-75250SilverAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Ceramic, Glass7661A12000000
     
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