Structural Methacrylate Adhesive – S1300

Description

Structural Methacrylate Adhesive S1300 is a two-part A&B component system ideal for all types of bonding requirements on steel, aluminium, polycarbonates and general plastics.

This structural adhesive is also very good on vertical surface bonds because it is an MMA Methacrylate. As a result, it exhibits excellent structural strength even without priming the surfaces.

It is particularly suitable for model railway kits especially for the attachment of fine detailing, and between metal and plastic.

Application uses

This Structural Methacrylate Adhesive is ideal for the following types of applications:

• Modelling and model making
• Model railway kits
• Bonding to: steel, aluminium, polycarbonates and general plastics
• Wind turbines
• Vehicle roofs
• Fibreglass
• Sports goods
• Automotive spoilers
• Vents
• Housings
• Point of Sale (POS) displays
• PVC
• ABS
• Acrylics
• Similar materials to the ones listed above

Automotive Manufacturing

S1300 can be used to bond composite panels to metal frames in vehicles, enhancing structural integrity while reducing weight. Its resistance to high temperatures and environmental conditions makes it ideal for automotive applications where durability and reliability are paramount.

Marine Construction

In boat manufacturing, S1300 is used to adhere bulkheads, decks, and hulls made of composites or metals, offering excellent resistance to water and salt, thereby preventing corrosion and ensuring the longevity of marine vessels.

Wind Turbine Assembly

This adhesive is perfect for bonding the large, composite parts of wind turbine blades. Its high strength and resistance to weathering make it an ideal choice for these applications, where a durable bond is critical for long-term operation in harsh environmental conditions.

Signage and Outdoor Displays

S1300’s ability to bond polycarbonates and metals makes it suitable for constructing outdoor signs and displays. It ensures a strong bond that can withstand environmental stresses such as wind, rain, and temperature fluctuations, maintaining the integrity of the signs.

Rail Industry Applications

It is used for bonding interior and exterior panels in the rail industry, including seating, windows, and door assemblies. The adhesive’s high strength and resistance to vibration and impact make it an excellent choice for the demanding conditions of rail transportation.

Aerospace Component Bonding

S1300 is also used in the aerospace industry to bond lightweight metal and composite components, contributing to the overall weight reduction of the aircraft while ensuring the safety and integrity of its parts under high stress and extreme conditions.

Medical Device Manufacturing

This adhesive is used to bond components of medical devices, where a strong, durable bond and resistance to sterilization processes are necessary. Its compatibility with a wide range of materials makes it suitable for various medical applications.

Electronics Assembly

S1300 is ideal for bonding components in electronic devices. It offers strong bonds with minimal conductivity, making it suitable for assembling parts in computers, mobile phones, and other electronic gadgets where electrical insulation is necessary.

Construction and Building

For architectural applications, such as bonding decorative panels or structural elements made from composites or metals, S1300 provides a durable bond that can handle the weight and stresses of building components, contributing to both the aesthetic and structural integrity of buildings.

Sports Equipment Manufacturing

This adhesive is used in the production of sports equipment, such as bonding carbon fibre components in bicycles, golf clubs, and racquets. Its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to impact make it ideal for creating lightweight yet durable sporting goods.

Fast setting

Structural Methacrylate Adhesive S1300 is fast setting when mixed via a static mixer nozzle at room temperatures.

Ideal for gap filling & vertical surface bonds

S1300 is a high viscosity non-sag material the mixed material is ideal for gap filling requirements on steel, aluminium, ABS polycarbonates and general plastics and is excellent where vertical surface bonds are required.

This structural glue macro structures the bond which possesses excellent durability high peel strength even in larger gaps and has excellent solvent and environmental resistance, resisting fuels, lubricants cleaning chemicals and fluids.

High peel strength

This structural adhesive provides excellent durable, high peel strength bonds even with big gaps between substrates.

Excellent environment resistance

This adhesive has excellent solvent and environmental resistance, resisting:

• Fuels
• Lubricants
• Cleaning chemicals and fluids

Useful for the structural joining

This structural methacrylate is particularly useful for the structural joining of metals, plastics, composite bonding and on ceramics where high impact strengths are needed.

Best used with

It is best applied by using the appropriately sized twin applicator gun (50ml or 400ml) and mixer nozzle (XM1001 or XM1004) – bought separately.

Sizes of this glue available

This glue is available in the following sizes:

• 50ml Structural Methacrylate Adhesive – S1300
• 50ml Black Structural Methacrylate Adhesive – S1300
• 400ml Structural Methacrylate Adhesive – S1300
• 400ml Black Structural Methacrylate Adhesive – S1300

Typical performance of uncured adhesive

Activator

Mixture

Customer asked questions

Question: We are looking for a rapid curing adhesive to bond the Aluminium outer of anti rodent strips to bottom of metal exterior fire door as it is unable to be drilled, can you please help?

Answer: We would suggest our S1300 2 part adhesive but we must stress that the adhesive will only be as strong as the substrate (specifically the metal door) especially if a painted metal which may need “cleaning” to achieve a bond. The second issue would be the aluminium –also needs a good clean & prep prior to bonding – Lucy, Product Support Manager

Customer Case Studies

The following case study is from a customer who has used this product, and what they went through when using it.

Product Application Case Study

I put a rubber plug into the hole of my Ford Transit 2024 Dropside diesel fuel tank that had been drilled by gypsies. The rubber plug was tapered so the bit I was pushing was bigger than the hole to stop the plug going too far into the fuel tank. I covered the tapered bit with your S1300, a wonderful black colour when mixed to match the polyethylene tank.

Then I let it harden properly for 24 hours.

Came back and cut the head of the rubber plug off with a Stanley knife to make the repair flush with the tank. I sanded down a patch the size of 2 inches by 3 inches where the hole used to be to make the surface rough.

Now the diesel fumes were sealed (there was still a little diesel there in the tank I could not get out being attached to the vehicle) I cut out a patch of a diesel jerry can from Halfords. I used a battery powered soldering iron (had no access to electricity) to melt the HDPE patch to the HDPE tank. I made sure the edges of the patch were completely melted into the tank without piercing the tank. I smoothed over the edges after carefully. Took about an hour.

Then I put a larger patch of 4 inches by 6 inches over the other patch and plastic welded it.

Finally I painted the rest of the S1300 tube all over the final patch on Friday.

The following Monday I returned and put £50 of fuel in the tank. No problems with leaks and the finish looked really professional and hardly noticeable!! Your product helped save me £900 buying a new tank from Ford plus the hassle of removing the tank and replacing it which would have attracted a labour charge.

Thanks for your help. Just wanted to give some feedback that I think your product does work plus it is black to match my tank, unlike Permabond’s effort.

Not sure if this Structural adhesive is right for your requirements?

If you are not sure if this adhesive is correct for your requirements please contact us to discuss your requirements and we can point you in the right direction.