Araldite 2021-1 Methacrylate Adhesive
At a glance
- Bonds a wide range of materials
- High strength + impact resistant
- Fast curing
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Araldite 2021-1 is a tough methacrylate adhesive that is suitable for a wide range of applications. This fast-curing adhesive reaches initial strength in just 4 minutes and is therefore ideal for applications where prolonged clamping is not possible. It is highly suitable for bonding plastics and metals such as aluminium, copper, stainless steel and other types of steel. Refer to the datasheet for detailed information on tensile and shear strength for each substrate.
Features of Araldite 2021-1 methacrylate adhesive
- Excellent temperature resistance.
- Excellent impact resistance.
- Good resistance to chemicals and water.
- Initial strength achieved in 4 minutes.
Applications
Araldite 2021-1 is suitable for bonding the following materials:
- GRP, SMC, GRE and thermoset composites.
- ABS, PVC and acrylics.
- Polycarbonate.
- Ferrous metals, aluminium and copper.
- Polyamides, polystyrene foams and polyurethane foams.
- Various types of rubber.
- Glass, quartz and gemstones.
- Ceramics.
Specifications
Colour: beige
Mixing ratio: 1:1
Density: 1 g/cm3
Shear strength: 22 N/mm2
Peel strength: 11 N/mm2
Viscosity: 45,000 mPa.s.
Gap-filling capacity: up to 4 mm
Temperature resistance: -60 °C to +100 °C
Minimum time to reach initial strength: 4 minutes to achieve 1 N/mm2 on aluminium at 23 °C
Packaging: 50 ml dual cartridge
Application gun: LS50-1 (50 ml)
Mixing nozzle: mixing nozzle C (50 ml)
Product properties
The key technical properties clearly listed in one place.
- Article number
- LIJ000191
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Gap-filling capability describes how wide a gap or joint an adhesive or sealant can bridge, usually in millimetres (mm). The stated maximum is not necessarily the recommended adhesive layer thickness: a narrower joint may be needed to achieve good bond strength.
- Up to 4 mm
- Colour
- Beige
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Open time is the period during which an applied adhesive, sealant or mortar can still be assembled, positioned or adjusted. It is usually given in minutes under specified conditions, often around 20 or 23 °C. Open time generally starts at application and may differ from the working time after mixing.
- 1 tot 10 minuten
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Adhesive type describes the family of adhesive or sealant, such as epoxy adhesive, (methyl)methacrylate adhesive, polyurethane adhesive or polymer sealant. Its chemistry affects processing, curing, flexibility and adhesion. Products of the same type may still differ, so check the suitable substrates and application instructions.
- Methyl Methacrylaatlijm
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This property lists the substrates on which an adhesive, resin or coating can achieve strong adhesion according to the product information. The result also depends on surface preparation.
- Cleaning and degreasing: removes dirt, oil and other substances that interfere with bonding.
- Sanding or roughening: can improve adhesion when suitable for the substrate.
- Primer: required or recommended for some surfaces.
Materials such as PE, PP and PTFE are difficult to bond with many conventional adhesives and may need a specialist adhesive or pretreatment. If in doubt, test adhesion on a small area.
- Aluminium, Staal, Roestvast staal (RVS), Koper, Koolstof/Epoxy (CFRP), PVC, Polycarbonaat (PC)
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Shear strength indicates how much stress a bonded joint can withstand when forces try to slide the joined parts parallel to the bond line. It is usually expressed in MPa (megapascals) or N/mm² (newtons per square millimetre): 1 MPa = 1 N/mm². A value of 20 MPa therefore represents a test stress of 20 N/mm². Substrate, overlap, adhesive thickness and test conditions affect the measured strength.
- 22 MPa
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Density describes the mass of a material per unit volume. Values may be given in g/cm³, kg/L or kg/m³; 1 g/cm³ equals 1 kg/L. For example, one litre of a liquid with a density of 1.2 kg/L weighs approximately 1.2 kg. Density helps convert between weight and volume, but it can vary with temperature.
- 1 kg/L
- Net contents
- 50 ml
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Viscosity measures how easily a liquid flows, or how thick it is. Dynamic viscosity is usually expressed in mPa·s (millipascal-seconds), sometimes in cP (centipoise); 1 mPa·s = 1 cP. A lower value usually means a more free-flowing liquid, while a higher value indicates a thicker product. Temperature and test method strongly affect the value. Note that mPa·s is different from MPa, which is used to express mechanical strength.
- 45.000 mPa·s
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Heat resistance describes the temperature a material can withstand after correct processing and curing, usually expressed in degrees Celsius (°C). Continuous exposure is different from a brief temperature peak, and mechanical loading may also affect the limit. Heat resistance is not the same as the temperature at which the product can be applied.
- -60 to 100 °C
Safety information
Read the warnings and use appropriate protective equipment before handling the product.