Overview of Adhesives Technology
This document provides a comprehensive overview of various adhesives and their applications, including adhesives and sealers, adhesive tapes, and cartridge guns. It also covers chemical-technical products related to adhesives.
Specifications and Technical Information
The document details different types of adhesives, including superglues, epoxy resins, and two-component adhesives. Key specifications such as hardening time, tensile shear strength, temperature resistance, and shelf life are provided for each product. For instance, superglues have a hardening time ranging from 5 to 45 seconds and are chemically and temperature resistant.
Procedures and Best Practices
For optimal adhesion, surfaces must be clean and dry. Mechanical treatment of surfaces, such as sanding or grinding, is recommended to enhance adhesion. The document emphasizes the importance of applying adhesives in appropriate amounts to ensure effective curing.
Types of Adhesives
The document categorizes adhesives into several types, including:
- Epoxides: Known for bonding metals and other materials, offering heat and chemical resistance.
- Methacrylates: Provide strong bonds with high tensile strength and are easy to handle at room temperature.
- Polyurethanes: Known for flexibility and gap-filling capabilities, though not as strong as epoxides.
- Cyanoacrylates: Fast-curing adhesives that harden through air moisture, suitable for quick bonding applications.
Applications and Areas of Use
Adhesives are used across various industries, including the footwear industry, automotive industry, and mechanical engineering. Specific applications include repairs, model making, and direct bonding of materials like metal and glass.
Environmental and Media Resistance
Most adhesives described are resistant to chemicals and temperature variations, making them suitable for diverse environmental conditions.
Conclusion
The document provides detailed insights into the properties, applications, and best practices for using different types of adhesives, highlighting their versatility and importance in various industrial applications.
Overview of Adhesives:
Cyanoacrylates offer several advantages including being solvent-free, easy to handle, and having a wide temperature range (-60°C to +80°C). They are universally applicable, impact-resistant, flexible, and resistant to temperature fluctuations and moist climates.
Fundamentals of Adhesives:
Adhesives prevent exposure to high temperatures, avoid distortion and surface discoloration, and allow for the combination of different materials. They can create elastic connections that absorb vibrations.
Material Overview of PU and MS Adhesives:
These adhesives are suitable for a variety of materials including metals, concrete, wood, polystyrene, and plastics. The 2-C Techno Pur and Techno PUR Fix are highlighted as heavy-duty adhesives for these applications.
2-C-Epoxy Glue:
This two-component glue is suitable for metals, ceramics, glass, stones, wood, and hard plastics. It features high strength and quick pre-hardening at room temperature. The twin injector ensures the correct mixing ratio.
2-C Dowel Fix:
This product is a solvent-free, polyurethane-based injection mass for lightweight assemblies and repairs. It is suitable for various building materials and offers a reliable hold even in difficult conditions.
2-C-Extreme Glue:
A high-performance, fast-hardening adhesive that is weather-resistant and suitable for metals, plastics, and wood. It is economical and requires minimal surface preparation.
2-C-Plastics Glue "Ocior":
This polyurethane glue is designed for repairing plastic parts. It offers quick adhesion, high strength, and is resistant to weather, water, oil, and chemicals.
BG-X-Metal Kit 300 Degrees:
A two-component metal mastic for cold welding, suitable for universal repairs. It is resistant to oils, saltwater, and most acids and bases.
Liquid Metal 365:
Ideal for quick repairs on machines and installations, this product is temperature resistant and suitable for various materials including steel, iron, and plastic.
2-C Techno-PUR Construction Adhesive:
This high-strength adhesive is suitable for joining steel, aluminum, and synthetic materials. It does not cause surface changes or tensions and is resistant to aging and moisture.
Technical Specifications:
- Tensile transverse resistance: +20°C approx. 24 N/mm², +80°C approx. 8 N/mm²
- Final strength after 24 hours
- Hardening at room temperature
- Processing temperature: +10°C to +25°C
- Temperature resistance: -20°C to +120°C
- Handling resistance after 5 to 6 hours
Areas of Use:
- Suitable for high-strength connections of various materials including metals, plastics, wood, glass, ceramics, and stone.
- Special preparation required for polyamides, Teflon, polyolefines, etc.
Superglue Systems:
- Includes various types of superglues for different materials such as plastic, metal, rubber, and a universal 'black' glue.
- Features include quick hardening, moisture and solvent resistance, and suitability for instant repairs.
- Superglue remover available for easy cleaning of residues.
Multikraft Rapid Adhesive:
- Special adhesives for bonding plastic materials, rubber, elastomers, leather, metals, ceramics, wood, cork, cardboard, etc.
- Extremely strong adhesion, suitable for instant repairs.
- Temperature resistance: -50°C to +80°C
Force Adhesive Spray:
- Contact glue for bonding foam rubber, solid rubber profiles, and various plastic materials.
- Resistant to oil, petrol, and water.
- Temperature resistance up to +80°C
Techno PUR Fix:
- Fast hardening, one-component adhesive on a PU base.
- Moisture linking and solvent-free.
- Suitable for professional commercial use in workshops and construction trades.
Plastic Seal HD Universal:
- Universal sealing compound based on PU, suitable for highly strained sealing connections.
- Resistant to oils, fuels, and water.
- Temperature resistance up to 250°C
PTFE-Thread Sealer:
- For securing and sealing metallic screw threads.
- Temperature resistant from –55°C to +150°C
- Solvent-free and DVGW-approved.
Techlon-Tape:
- Universal sealant for thread connections.
- Temperature resistant from –240°C to +260°C
- Prevents seizing up of threads and fretting corrosion.
Technoseal 75:
- Patented thread sealing cord made of 100% PTFE.
- Resistant to almost all chemicals, liquids, oils, solvents, gases, and acids.
- No expiration date.
Screw Locking Device:
- Protection fluid for screw connections in different viscosities.
- Medium-strength and high-strength options available.
- Temperature resistant from -55°C to +150°C
Screw Protection and Surface Sealers- Products: Medium and high-strength screw protection fluids, surface sealers in green and orange.
- Applications: Used in workshops, metalworking, construction, agriculture, and forestry.
- Features: Resistant to chemicals and gases, temperature resistant from -200°C to +240°C, easy to use with a dispenser.
- Specifications: Medium-strength is removable, high-strength is not. Both are solvent-free and resistant to various substances.
Techno Thermo Elastic and CARTEC PU- Products: Techno Thermo Elastic silicone-based sealant, CARTEC PU for automotive gaskets.
- Applications: Suitable for high-temperature joints and seals, automotive and metal construction.
- Features: UV and weatherproof, temperature resistant from -65°C to +260°C, quick hardening.
- Specifications: Elastic, moisture curing, suitable for various materials, safe for food transport vehicles.
Seam Sealers- Products: Brushable and sprayable seam sealers.
- Applications: Used in car bodies, air conditioning, and metal construction.
- Features: Permanently elastic, good adhesion, temperature resistant from -40°C to +80°C.
- Specifications: Free from isocyanates and solvents, passed 12-year weathering test.
Technofix Mortar Compound- Products: 2-component injection mortar for heavy-duty fastening.
- Applications: Used in solid and hollow materials like concrete, brick, and natural stone.
- Features: High load-bearing capacity, waterproof bond, high chemical resistance.
- Specifications: Suitable for repair and spackling, precise metering with cartridge scale.
Gambit Combination Mortar- Products: 2-component injection mortar with polyester resin.
- Applications: Fastening in masonry, concrete, and porous materials.
- Features: High capacity, expansion pressure-free, good chemical resistance.
- Specifications: Requires thorough cleaning of drill holes, use of filter sleeves for certain materials.
Specifications and Procedures:
1. Insert the filter sleeve tightly into the anchoring base and fill the connecting mortar into the hole. The filler amount varies per dowel size. After filling, press the anchoring element into the drill hole using light rotational movements.
Reaction Behaviour:
Processing and hardening times vary with temperature, ranging from 2 minutes processing time at 30-40°C to 35 minutes at -5-0°C. Hardening times range from 20 minutes at 30-40°C to 360 minutes at -5-0°C.
Adhesives and Sealers:
Multibond "Speed-Power" - A high initial adherence adhesive that replaces conventional fasteners, especially on vertical surfaces. It is moisture, weather, and temperature resistant, and can be painted or coated.
Multibond Comfort - A universal adhesive and sealant for indoor and outdoor use, offering excellent adhesion without primer, even on moist surfaces. It is resistant to weather, ageing, UV rays, and various chemicals.
Technogum Sealantfix - An elastic, acrylic fibre-reinforced sealant for roofing industry repairs. It adheres to various surfaces and is UV, water, and climate resistant.
Technical Specifications:
Temperature ranges for various products are from -40°C to +80°C, with temporary resistance up to +120°C. Processing temperatures range from +5°C to +30°C. Full hardening typically occurs at 3 mm in 24 hours.
Areas of Use:
These products are suitable for bonding and sealing in construction, metal and glass building, electrical engineering, and more. They are particularly useful where conventional silicone glues are not suitable.
Recommendations:
Ensure surfaces are clean before application. Check adherence and compatibility with paints in advance. Use appropriate tools for application, such as cartridge guns or brushes.
Neutrally Cross-Linked Construction Silicone:
- Transparent, 310 ml unit.
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor use on various surfaces like joints, connectors, and cracks.
- Paintable after curing; compatibility testing recommended.
- Ready to use, resistant to wear, tear, and light.
Acrylic Sealant:
- White, 310 ml unit.
- One-component sealer for non-expansive seals.
- Paintable after curing; compatibility testing recommended.
1-K-PUR Fill and Installation Foam:
- 750 ml unit for guns.
- Moisture-curing, polyurethane-based foam.
- Adheres to most surfaces, resistant to aging, acids, and bases.
- Can be painted and plastered over.
Cleaner for PUR Foam:
- 500 ml unit.
- Removes fresh PUR residues and degreases metals, glass, and ceramics.
All-Purpose Repair Tape "Multifix":
- Self-fusing, available in various colors.
- Airtight, watertight, flame-retardant, and heat resistant up to +260°C.
- Suitable for a wide range of applications including machinery, vehicles, and construction.
Universal Repair Plaster "Multifix":
- Glass fibre reinforced polyester, UV curing.
- Durable, adheres to most surfaces except polypropylene.
- Temperature resistant from -40°C to +200°C.
Butyl Tape:
- Black, self-welding sealing tape.
- Water, air, and dust proof, with excellent adhesion.
- Temperature range from -40°C to +90°C.
Polymast-Flex Tape:
- Black, self-welding bonding and sealing tape.
- High adhesive strength, insulates up to 22.5 KV/mm.
- Resistant to moisture, dirt, and chemicals.
Masking Tape:
- Fine paper tape with rubber adhesive.
- Heat resistant up to +60°C, easy to peel off without residue.
Duct Tape:
- High-quality PVC insulation tape.
- Temperature range from 0°C to +80°C, non-flammable.
Reinforcing Tape:
- Self-adhesive for repairing tears and holes.
- Increases resilience against wear and moisture.
Double-Sided Adhesive Tape:
- Modified acrylic adhesive with special paper carrier.
- Good aging, temperature, and UV resistance.
- Suitable for mounting, fastening, and closing various materials.
Adhesive Tapes- Trim adhesive tapes are available in various sizes and feature double-sided acrylic glue with a carrying capacity of 15 g/cm², suitable for temperatures from -20 °C to +120 °C. They are resistant to diluted acids and bases and comply with EU guidelines.
- Power Adhesive Tape (PAT) is solvent-free, pressure-activated, and suitable for bonding diverse materials like wood, metals, and plastics.
- Anti-Rattle-Tape prevents abrasion and vibration noise, made from polyester velour with good noise absorption.
- Self-adhesive Velcro tape offers strong adherence on various surfaces and can be glued, riveted, or sewn.
Cartridge Guns- Manual cartridge guns are available in different models, including the "Professional-Line" and "Alu-Line," suitable for high-viscosity compounds with features like strong twin transmission and ergonomic design.
- Accumulator cartridge presses are powerful, battery-operated, and suitable for processing up to 20 cartridges with quick charging capabilities.
- Pressurized air cartridge guns are robust, designed for 310 ml cartridges, and include ergonomic features for ease of use.
Grease Guns- One-handed grease guns are available for 400 g cartridges, featuring ergonomic designs and high-pressure capabilities.
- Flexible reinforced hoses and hydraulic nozzles are available for high-pressure applications, with burst pressures up to 1650 bar.
- Pneumatic greasing machines are mobile and suitable for large buckets, featuring high-pressure hoses and sturdy trolleys.