Plexus® MA830 Alternatives
ITW Plexus MA830 is a two-component methacrylate adhesive that is easy to apply. It is tailored for the structural bonding of metals without the use of primers. The Plexus MA830 glue also excels in adhering thermoplastic and composite assemblies without the need for surface preparation.
Compare Plexus MA830 Alternatives
These 2 products share similar properties and features. They are often used for the same applications.
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| Price | $$$$ | $$$$ |
| Type | Methacrylate (MMA) | Methacrylate (MMA) |
| Brand | Plexus | Infinity Bond |
| Mix Ratio | 10:1 | 10:1 |
| Work Life | 4-6 minutes | 4 - 6 minutes |
| Handling Strength | 15-25 minutes | 12 - 15 minutes |
| Color | Gray | Gray |
| Size | 490 mL Cartridges 5 Gallon Pails 50 Gallon Drums | 490 mL Cartridges 5 Gallon Pails 50 Gallon Drums |
| Shelf Life | - | - |
Key Benefits of Plexus MA830
- 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.
Common Applications for Plexus Adhesive MA830
Raw Metals: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Raw Steel, etc.
Coated Metals: 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% |
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