Description

Two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Combined at a 10:1 ratio, Plexus MA2230 is an excellent choice for composite bonding applications in the marine and transportation industries because it requires virtually no surface preparation and can fill Gaps from 0.03 inches to 1.5 inches.

Key Features

• Working time 40 – 42 mins
• Extremely low exotherm
• Highly thixotropic with an ability dispense large non-sag beads
• Low shrink technology

Key Substrates

• Composites DCPD, FRP, Gelcoat, Phenolics, Epoxy Based Composites, RIM
• Thermoplastics ABS/ ABS Blends, Acrylics, PBT, Polycarbonate, Rigid PVC, TPUs
• Coated Metals Powder coated or E-coated Metals
• Raw Metals with PC120 Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Raw Steel, etc.

Properties

• Color: Blue, Black
• Mix Ratio: 10:1
• Shear Strength: 1,700-2,300 psi (13.4 – 19.3 MPa)
• Adhesive: A: 180,000-220,000 cP
• Activator: B: 35,000-70,000 cP
• Working Time Min: 40 minutes
• Working Time Max: 42 minutes
• Fixture Time Min: 75 minutes
• Fixture Time Max: 77 minutes
• Tensile Strength Min: 2,000 psi (13.4 MPa)
• Tensile Strength Max: 2,800 psi (19.3 MPa)
• Tensile Elongation > 60 %