3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive DP100, Clear

Product Description

Advantages of 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive DP100

Clear is a two-part, rigid epoxy adhesive offering a fast cure and machinability. It is a fast-setting epoxy that cures at room temperature to form a rigid bond. Has low viscosity for easy dispensing and leveling.

When using a Duo-Pak (DP) size adhesive, rely on 3M dispensing equipment for convenient and accurate metering, mixing and dispensing.

• Adhesive formula cures rigid for high static load holding
• High shear ensures permanent bonds
• Fast 5 minute work life with handling strength in 20 minutes at room temperature
• Low viscosity, clear formulation
• UL 94 HB certified

High Shear Strength Ensures Permanent Bonds

3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive DP100 is a high-flow, versatile structural adhesive for general purpose bonding. Its low viscosity, clear formulation works on a variety of substrates including metals, ceramics, concrete and wood. With a high shear strength it delivers strong, rigid performance, making it ideal for multiple applications in the electrical, general industrial, construction and consumer goods industries.

Recommended Applications:

• General attachment applications in a variety of industries
• Attachment of various substrates that require permanency
• Applications that require machining afterwards
• Applications requiring transparent bond lines

Fast 5 Minute Work Life with Handling Strength in 20 Minutes

The mix ratio for 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive DP100 is 1:1 for quick, precise dispensing. Additionally, with a 5-minute working time there’s some opportunity for repositioning for precise alignment of parts. The adhesive reaches handling strength in approximately 20 minutes and becomes fully cured in 48 hours (at 72°F/22°C). UL 94 HB certified.

Understanding Epoxy Adhesives

Epoxy adhesives, including 5 minute epoxy are part of the class of adhesives called “structural adhesives,” which include polyurethane, acrylic, cyanoacrylate and others. You formulate epoxies as liquid reactive polymers that undergo a chemical reaction when mixed and then cure to form a solid plastic material. Once you mix the two parts in their specified ratio, they begin the curing process and offer a limited working time where you can apply the adhesive and position the two surfaces as needed. This work life lasts anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. These structural adhesives provide high shear and peel strengths, depending on the formula. They also offer better heat and chemical resistance than other common adhesives. In general, epoxy adhesives have the highest overall strength and offer the best performance and most resistance to high temperatures, solvents and outdoor weathering.

People widely use epoxy adhesive (often referred to as epoxy glue) in building and home construction, aircraft and automobile manufacturing, and bicycle, boat, golf clubs, ski and snowboard assembly as well as a host of home use and other applications. People use it virtually anywhere they need high-strength bonds along with resistance to environmental conditions. These adhesives are popular for their ease of use, mechanical strength and chemical resistance. Formulations can be created to make epoxy for plastic flexible or epoxy for metal rigid, epoxy resin transparent or opaque, quick setting or slow setting. The versatility with which these adhesives can be formulated helps meet almost any requirement for bonding wood, metal, glass, stone and various plastics.

About JAM Industrial Supply of Ohio

Locally owned and operated in Canton, Ohio, JAM Industrial Supply, LLC has been a 3M Strategic Distributor and industrial supplier for over 20 years. With our vast network of vendors, we are able to supply the industry’s best products, information, delivery, and prices to our customers.