Adhesive Overview
After the solvent or dispersion (usually water) has evaporated, the parts to be joined can be bonded immediately and are load-bearing right after joining. The bond remains flexible. The surfaces should be as smooth and even as possible.
Also called superglues, they cure at room temperature with the presence of humidity. They are often used for spot bonding. Curing takes place within seconds.
Reactive adhesives that cure by mixing the two components. The adhesive can range from liquid to pasty and cures relatively quickly after the pot life. Once cured, the bonds are shock- and impact-resistant.
One-component, solvent-free adhesives that cure in contact with metal and in the absence of oxygen. Different strength classes and viscosities are distinguished here.
Also one-component adhesives that cure through exposure to UV light. The parts must be joined beforehand so that curing starts immediately upon irradiation.
Very durable, extremely resistant to aging, chemical- and weather-resistant, with good shear strength.
Often used as one-component adhesives, they cure through humidity and are considered permanently flexible bonding and sealing agents.
Reactive adhesives with very high strength values. By mixing the two components, resin and hardener, and considering the pot life, these adhesives cure into a high-strength bond.
Available as one-component or two-component adhesives. They offer high strength values and fast curing times. Commonly used in structural applications.
These are permanently tacky adhesives primarily used in adhesive tapes and self-adhesive labels.
Solvent-based acrylic, pure acrylic, modified acrylic, UV acrylic, dispersion acrylic
Rubber has excellent adhesion but is less suitable for outdoor applications.
Silicone has high adhesive strength combined with high temperature resistance.