Overview of Plexus MA830 Adhesive
Plexus MA830 is a two-component methacrylate adhesive tailored for the structural bonding of metals, which requires no primers. It also excels in adhering thermoplastic and composite assemblies, often eliminating the need for surface preparation.
Key Benefits of MA 830
- Rapid Curing Time: Achieves workability within 4 to 6 minutes.
- Primerless Bonding: Effectively adheres to many metals, most thermoplastics, and composites without primers.
- Superior Physical Properties: Offers exceptional strength and elongation, making it suitable for bonding dissimilar materials.
- Durability: Exhibits excellent fatigue, impact resistance, and toughness.
- Environmental Resilience: Highly resistant to salt spray and other environmental factors.
Recommended Applications
Metals
Raw: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Raw Steel, etc.
Coated: Powder-coated or E-coated Metals
Thermoplastics
ABS/ABS Blends, Acrylics, PBT, Polycarbonate, Rigid PVC, TPU
Composites
DCPD, FRP, Gelcoat, Phenolics, Epoxy Based Composites, RIM
Technical Specifications
Property | Value |
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Color | Gray |
Mix Ratio | 10:1 |
Shear Strength | 2,000-2,800 psi (13.8 – 19.3 MPa) |
Adhesive Viscosity | 80,000-120,000 cP |
Activator Viscosity | 35,000-80,000 cP |
Working Time | Min: 4 minutes, Max: 6 minutes |
Fixture Time | Min: 15 minutes, Max: 25 minutes |
Tensile Strength | Min: 3,200 psi (22.0 MPa), Max: 3,800 psi (26.2 MPa) |
Tensile Elongation | Min: 30%, Max: 60% |