Bonding plastics parts is increasingly recognized as a major problem in many assembly operations. Master Bond Inc. has developed a comprehensive line of adhesive systems designed to bond plastics to each other and to metals, rubbers, ceramics, glass, etc. Different compounds are available to bond specific plastics such as ABS, acrylics, acetals, polyesters, polyolefins, polyimides, polyphenylene oxide, polystyrene, PVC, nylons and fluropolymers. Adhesive systems are available which feature desirable performance properties such as high bonding strength, impact resistance, thermal shock resistance, electrical insulation and dimensional stability. Additionally, Master Bond Inc. offers grades featuring optical clarity, controlled refractive index, and high chemical resistance.
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Master Bond's line of plastic adhesive products consists of epoxies, polyurethanes, silicones, acrylics and polyamides and also includes such specialties as anaerobics and cyanoacrylates. One and two component systems are available. Systems cure at room temperature, upon exposure to heat and upon exposure to UV light.
Master Bond's range of plastic adhesive products are packaged for ease of use in syringes, bubble packs, cartridges, jars, metal and plastic containers and in drums. For the ultimate in convenience, our two part epoxy systems are even available in premixed and frozen syringes! Any size units can be accommodated from very small to very large.
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Master Bond Adhesive Products for Industrial Plastics
The following table summarizes Master Bond's range of plastic adhesive products for industrial plastic application.
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Product
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Description
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EP21LV
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Two part, room temperature curing epoxy system with a convenient 1:1 mix ratio. Bonds to a wide variety of plastics including ABS, DAP, and Styrene among many others. Easy to apply.
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EP30P
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Two part, room temperature curing epoxy system with excellent optical transparency. Low viscosity. Bonds extremely well to more sensitive plastics such as polycarbonates and acrylics.
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EP62-1 Med
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Two part epoxy requiring moderate heat curing (80-120°C). Meets USP Class VI biocompatibility specifications. Superb resistance to repeated autoclaving along with excellent adhesion to high temperature plastics such as Ultem, PEEK, etc.
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SUPREME 3HT
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One part, oven curing epoxy system with very good adhesion to a wide range of plastics. Especially well suited for bonding dissimilar plastic materials.
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X21
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One part system that can be used for bonding and priming polyolefinic surfaces, features exceptionally low viscosity.
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Important Plastic Adhesive Performance Requirements
Master Bond's range of plastic adhesive is designed to meet specific performance requirements. Among the most important are:
- Abrasion resistance
- Chemical resistance
- Cryogenically serviceable
- Easily polished
- Easily removed by water
- Easily repairable
- Electrically insulative
- Excellent adhesion
- Mechanical properties
- Dimensionally stability
- Optical transmission
- High temperature resistance
- Index of refraction
- Low coefficient of expansion
- Low outgassing
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- Reworkable
- Low shrinkage
- Low stress
- Shock resistance
- Non-yellowing
- Resistance to water
- Impact resistance
- Screen printable
- Spectral transmittance
- Peel strength
- Durability
- Thermal cycling
- Shock resistance
- Thermal conductivity
- Vibration resistan
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Physical Properties of Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Adhesive manufacturer Master Bond's plastic adhesives include resistance to:
- water
- acetone
- toluene
- MEK
- mineral spirits
- isopropanol
- xylene
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- bleach
- steris
- cydex
- skydrol
- methanol
- ethanol
- gasoline
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- butylacetate
- potassium hydroxide
- 10% hydrofluoric acid
- 96% sulfuric acid
- 10% nitric acid
- 50% sodium hydroxide
- 35% ammonium hydro
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Typical Applications for Master Bond Plastic Bonding Adhesives
Master Bond's range of plastic adhesives is used in a wide range of industrial plastics applications including the following.
- Electronics and Microelectronics
- Mechanical
- Medical
- Optics and Electro-Optics
- Pipe and Tubing
- Structural
- Tanks
- Transportation
- Wire and Cable
Electronics and Microelectronics
Master Bond plastic adhesive products find use in electronics and microelectronics in areas such as:
- Wave Guides
- Electronic Controllers
- Connector Sealing
- Specialty IC Packaging
- Solar Panels
- Transducers
- Antennas
- PC Boards
- Low Power Sensor Chips
- Sensors
- Imprint Lithography for Flexible
- Transparent Plastic Substrates
- High-Performance Semiconductor Setting on a Flexible Plastic Substrate
Mechanical
Master Bond plastic adhesive products find use in mechanical applications such as:
- Pumps
- Motors
- Compressors
- Hydraulic Components
- Down Hole Pumps
- Power Generators
- Gears & Bearings
- Bushings Slide Plates
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Medical
The medical industry uses Master Bond plastic adhesive products for:
- Syringes
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Disposable Medical Devices
- Medical Tubing Clear Sheet Protectors
- Hearing Aids
- Ophthalmic Instruments
- Endoscopes
- Orthopedic Devices
- Surgical Instruments
- Catheters
- Respiratory Products Fabrication of Micro Total Analysis Systems Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging
Optics and Electro-Optics
Master Bond plastic adhesive products are used in optics and electro-optics for applications including:
- Cameras
- Imaging Systems
- Sandwiching Liquid Crystals in LCD Displays
- Hybrid Encapsulation for
- Flexible Organic Light-Emitting Devices
- Displays
- Lasers
- Fiber Optics
- Lenses & Prisms
- OLED's
Pipe and Tubing
The pipe and tubing industry uses Master Bond plastic adhesive products for:
- Bonding Rigid Plastic Fittings to Flexible Tubing
- Chemical-Resistant Piping Systems
- Geothermal Heat Transfer Piping Systems
- Natural Gas Distribution Pipe Systems
- Specialized Potable Water & Containment System Piping
- Drip Irrigation Tubing
- Industrial Vacuum Hoses
- Specialty PVC Tubing Assemblies
Structural
Master Bond plastic adhesive products are used in structural applications including:
- Aerospace Nose Cones
- Laminations
- Composites
- Honeycomb Parts
- Structural Panels
Tanks
Master Bond plastic adhesive products find applications with tanks in areas such as:
- Chemically Resistant Tank Linings
- Abrasion Resistant Tank Linings
- Geo-Membranes
- Fuel Management Systems
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Transportation
The transportation uses a variety of Master Bond plastic adhesive products for:
- Brake Systems
- Battery Cases
- Fascias
- Interior & Exterior Components
- Steering Systems
- Alternators
- Engine Cooling Systems
Wire and Cable
Master Bond plastic adhesive products are used in wire and cable applications for:
- Specialty Insulation & Sheathing
- Harness Assemblies
- Semi Conductive Nano-Wire Setting
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Performance Properties of Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Master Bond offers plastic adhesives for the following substrates:
- Plastics
- Metals
- Rubbers
- Specialty Substrates
- Miscellaneous
Plastics that can be Bonded with Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Master Bond offers plastic adhesives that can be used to bond plastics such as:
- ABS
- Acetal
- Arcylic
- ASA
- Epoxy
- EVA
- FEP, PFA
- Fiberglass
- Kevlar
- Peek
- Phenolic, Polyester Dap
- PMMA
- Polyamide (Nylon)
- Polybutylene Terephthalate (Valox)
- Polycarbonate
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- Polyester (LCP)
- Polyester (PBT)
- Polyester (PET)
- Polyester, thermoset
- Polyetherimide (Ultem)
- Polyethersulfone
- Polyimide
- Polypropylene
- Polystyrene
- Polyurethane
- PPO
- PPS
- PTFE
- PVC
- San
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Metals that can be Bonded with Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Metals such as the ones listed below can be bonded using Master Bond plastic adhesives.
- Aluminum & Alloys
- Anodized Aluminum
- Beryllium
- Brass
- Bronze
- Cadmium
- Carbide
- Cast Iron
- Chromium
- Copper & Alloys
- Galvanized Steel
- Germanium
- Gold
- Incoloy
- Inconel
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- Kovar
- Lead
- Magnesium & Alloys
- Molybdenum
- Nickel
- Nitenol
- Platinum
- Silver
- Solders
- Steel (Mild & Carbon)
- Steel (Stainless)
- Tin
- Titanium & Alloys
- Tungsten & Alloys
- Zinc & Alloys
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Rubbers that can be Bonded with Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Master Bond plastic adhesives can be used on a range of rubbers and elastomers such as:
- Butyl
- Chloroprene
- Ethylene Propylene
- Fluorocarbon
- Halogenated Butyl
- Latex
- Natural
- Neoprene
- Nitrile
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- Polyacrylate
- Polychloroprene
- Polysioprene
- Polysulfide
- Santoprene
- Silicone
- Styrene-Butadiene
- Styrenic TPE
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Specialty Substrates that can be Bonded with Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
There are plastic adhesives in the Master Bond range that can be used to specialty substrates such as:
- Polyolefins, including Polyethylene and Polypropylene among others.
Other Materials that can be Bonded with Master Bond Plastic Adhesives
Master Bond offers plastic adhesives that can also bond materials such as:
Newly Developed Adhesive Formulations For Bonding Plastics
Master Bond has recently introduced several unique plastic adhesives. Among the most significant are:
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| UV10TK40 |
Single component, no mix system. Cures at room temperature upon exposure to UV light. Gap-filling properties. Shore A hardness >75. Easy to apply. 100% reactive. |
| Supreme 46HT-2 |
Bonds similar and dissimilar substrates. Excellent durability. Serviceable from -100F° to 500°F. Exceptional toughness. Resistant to thermal cycling. |
| EP65HT-1 |
High temperature, fast curing, two part epoxy. Service temperature range of -60°F to 400°F. Meets NASA low outgassing specifications. Good electrical insulator with excellent mechanical properties. |
| EP51 |
Two part, general purpose fast setting fast curing epoxy 1:1 mix ratio. Excellent bond strength. Adheres well to metals, plastics, rubbers and glass. |
| UV10TKLO-2 |
UV curable, one part system. High optical clarity. NASA low outgassing approved. Superior electrical insulation properties. High bond strength to similar and dissimilar substrates. Exceptional chemical resistance properties. |
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This information has been sourced, reviewed and adapted from materials provided by Master Bond Inc.
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