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formulation
No. 4011 Heat Cure Epoxy Adhesive for Aluminum
EPON Resin 828/EPIKURE Curing Agent 3234 and Aromatic Amines
Re-issued: September 2003 Good physical strength properties Good chemical resistance Good strength retention after elevated temperature aging Supplier Alcoa World Chemicals TOTAL Part A Pounds 100.0 230.0 330.0 12.0 5.0 17.0 Gallons 10.40 7.40 17.80 1.26 0.60 1.86

SC: 2042-03 Introduction Features

This elevated temperature cure adhesive was designed for bonding aluminum to aluminum.

Formula

Part A EPON Resin 828 Alumina T-60/T-64 (ground tabular alumina) Part B 1 Aromatic Amine Eutectic EPIKURE Curing Agent 3234
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A 60/40 blend of MDA and MPDA

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Mixing Instructions

Part A 1. For high shear mixers heat resin to approximately 40C to lower viscosity for improved mixing. Pre-heating is not necessary for planetary mixers but may be beneficial. 2. While mixing, add and disperse filler in steps until all filler has been added. Continue mixing until a smooth, uniform paste has been achieved. Part B 1. Charge aromatic amine eutectic into high shear mixer and begin stirring at medium speed. 2. Slowly add EPIKURE Curing Agent 3234 while mixing. Continue mixing for several minutes to assure a uniform blend has been achieved. This formulation is a basic starting point and can be modified with other filler types, depending on cost/performance requirements. Pigment may be incorporated into either or both portions for the purpose of color coding. As with all pigments, their effect on the performance of the final, cured product should be investigated prior to production approval.

Typical Handling Properties

Resin : Curing Agent mix ratio by weight by volume Expected Working Life @ 25C 454 grams Form / Viscosity @ 25C Part A Part B

Units

Value 19.4:1.0 9.6:1.0

hrs

1-2 Paste 10 20

Application Instructions

All surfaces to be bonded should be free of dirt, grease, oil or other contaminants to ensure maximum adhesion. For optimum adhesion it is recommended to roughen bonding surfaces. This can be accomplished with abrasive media appropriate for the materials being bonded (such as medium grit emery paper, abrasive disks, grit blasting, wire brushes, etc.). Abrasion should always be followed by degreasing to remove contaminants and loose particles. Chemical etching is another method to provide a rough surface for improved adhesion. Thoroughly mix the adhesive components and apply by spreading a thin film over the surface to be bonded. Maintain light pressure during cure for optimum bonding.

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Cure Schedule

Temperature, C (F) 121 (250) 149 (300) 204 (400)

Time, minutes 100 60 10

Typical Cured State Properties

Table 1 / Adhesive Properties - Aluminum to Aluminum Alloy Test Property Tensile Shear Strength @ 23C Cured 10 minutes @ 204C Cured 100 minutes @ 121C Cured 100 minutes @ 149C ASTM D-1002 Units psi psi psi Value 2250 2300 2200

Disclaimer

These are starting point formulations and are not proven for use in the users particular application but are simply meant to demonstrate the efficacy of the products and to assist in the development of the users own formulations. It is the users responsibility to fully test and qualify the formulation, along with the ingredients, methods, applications, or equipment identified herein (Information), by the users knowledgeable formulator or scientist, and to determine the appropriate use conditions and legal restrictions, prior to use of any Information.

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SAFETY & HANDLING

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