Overview of Plexus MA8120 Adhesive
Plexus MA8210 is an innovative two-part methacrylate adhesive, expertly formulated for the demanding needs of structural bonding across metal, plastic, and composite assemblies. This powerful adhesive is specially designed to facilitate quick and robust bonding without the need for extensive surface preparation, making it ideal for industries seeking efficiency and strength. Its balanced formula ensures excellent adhesion to a wide range of materials, including difficult-to-bond substrates.
Optimized for ease of use, Plexus MA8210 delivers exceptional performance through its advanced formulation that offers superior toughness and high fatigue resistance. The adhesive mixes in a 1:1 ratio, allowing for a straightforward application process and is particularly effective for joining galvanized and zinc-treated steels. It is formulated to provide a strong bond with minimal shrinkage, ensuring long-lasting durability and reliability in various applications.
Key Benefits of MA 8120
- Primerless Application: Bonds directly to metals including hot dipped galvanized surfaces, most thermoplastics, and composites.
- High Performance: Offers exceptional strength and elongation for bonding dissimilar materials.
- Durability: Features excellent fatigue resistance, impact resistance, and toughness.
- User-Friendly: Simple 1:1 mix ratio for ease of use.
- Reduced Odor: Formulated with a lower odor for more comfortable application.
- Environmental Resistance: Superior resistance to salt spray and various environmental factors.
Compatible Materials
Raw Metals: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Raw Steel, etc.
Coated Metals: Hot Dipped, Galvanized, Electrogalvanized, Powdercoated, or E-coated Metals.
Thermoplastics: Effective on ABS/ABS Blends, Acrylics, Polyamides/Nylons, PBT, Polycarbonate, Rigid PVC, TPU.
Composites: Suitable for DCPD, FRP, Gelcoat, Phenolics, Epoxy Based Composites, RIM.
Technical Specifications
Property | Specification |
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Color | Gray |
Mix Ratio | 1:1 |
Shear Strength | 1,800 – 2,400 psi (12.4 – 16.5 MPa) |
Adhesive Viscosity (Part A) | 40,000 – 70,000 cP |
Activator Viscosity (Part B) | 40,000 – 70,000 cP |
Minimum Working Time | 18 minutes |
Maximum Working Time | 22 minutes |
Minimum Fixture Time | 70 minutes |
Maximum Fixture Time | 90 minutes |
Minimum Tensile Strength | 2,500 psi (17.2 MPa) |
Maximum Tensile Strength | 3,000 psi (20.6 MPa) |
Minimum Tensile Elongation | 45 % |
Maximum Tensile Elongation | 65 % |
Plexus MA8120 is the go-to adhesive for high-strength, reliable bonding in industrial applications requiring strong adherence to a range of materials under varying environmental conditions.