3M EC1500 Rite-Lok Cyanoacrylate

3M EC1500 Rite-Lok Cyanoacrylate Datasheet
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  • Description for 3M EC1500 Rite-Lok Cyanoacrylate

    Single component, high strength ethyl cyanoacrylate adhesives designed to bond to a variety of substances including most plastics, rubbers, metals, and other common substrates.

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    Application Type Bond, Adhesive: Instant Adhesives
    1 Part or 2 Part 1 Part
    Material Form Liquid
    Substrate metals, most plastics, rubbers
    Manufacturer 3M
    Chemistry Ethyl Cyanoacrylate
    Cure Method Moisture
    Cure Time (min) 1,440
    Viscosity (cPs) High, 1,500, 1,275 to 1,650
    Color Clear
    Chemical Resistance Oils, excellent
    Relative Solvent Resistance Chemical Resistance: solvents
    High Temperature Resistance (°C) 82
    Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -51

  • Technical Data for 3M EC1500 Rite-Lok Cyanoacrylate

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    Overview
    • Application Type
    • 1 Part or 2 Part
      • 1 Part or 2 Part - 1 Part
    • Material Form
      • Liquid
    • Substrate
      • Metal - metals
      • Plastic - most plastics
      • Rubber - rubbers
      • Other - wide range of materials, other common substrates, variety of substances
    • Industry
      • Other - assemblies where parts are not close fitting, surfaces are rough or time is required to align parts before cure
    • Chemistry
    • Application Method
      • Other - Hand applied
    • Cure Method
      • Moisture / Condensation Cure - Moisture
    • Color
      • Clear / Transparent - Clear
    Specifications
    Cure Specs
    Cure Time (min) 1,440
    Viscosity (cPs) High, 1,500, 1,275 to 1,650 Test Method
    Fixture or Handling Strength Time (min) 0.33 to 1.00
    Bond Strength
    General Bond Strength (psi) High
    Shear Strength (psi) 2,106, 2,846, 2,391, 1,018, 799, 1,713, 528, 107 Test Method
    Tensile Strength (psi) 2,900 Test Method
    Material Resistance
    Chemical Resistance Oils, excellent
    Relative Solvent Resistance Chemical Resistance: solvents
    High Temperature Resistance (°C) 82
    Low Temperature Resistance (°C) -51
    Other Properties
    Specific Gravity 1.080
    Business Information
    Shelf Life Details Storage: For short term storage (<30 days), keep adhesive in a cool (60°F to 80°F [16°C to 27°C]), dry place out of direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly covered and free of moisture. Refrigeration (40°F [4°C]) gives optimum long term storage stability.;3M™ Scotch-Weld™ General Purpose Instant Adhesives can be expected to have a shelf life of one year from the date of shipment from 3M when stored under refrigerated conditions.
    Shelf Life Temperature (°F) 60 to 80
    Shelf Life Type From the date of shipment
    Shelf Life (mon) 12

  • Best Practices for 3M EC1500 Rite-Lok Cyanoacrylate

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    1. Surface Preparation

      For optimum strength structural bonds, paint, oxide films, oils, dust, mold release agents, and all other surface contaminants must be completely removed. However, the amount of surface preparation depends on the required bond strength and the environmental aging resistance desired by the user. Typical quick surface preparation would include wiping with a clean solvent (such as isopropyl alcohol), abrading the surface with a clean fine abrasive, and then wiping again with a clean solvent to remove loose particles.

      Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights, and follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.

      Ensure that parts are clean, dry, and free from oil and grease.

      An instant adhesive activator may be required if there are bonding gaps or porous substrate surfaces, if substrates are low surface energy plastics (e.g., polyethylene, polypropylene) or if substrates have acidic surfaces (e.g., paper, leather).

    2. Application

      Bond speed is typically very fast so ensure that parts are properly aligned before dispensing.

      Product is normally hand applied from the bottle. Apply sparingly to one surface and press parts firmly together until handling strength is achieved. As a general rule, as little cyanoacrylate as possible should be used. Over application will result in slower cure speed and lower bond strength.

    3. Curing

      Full bond strength will typically be achieved within a 24 hour cure time.

      Low humidity or low temperature conditions will slow down the cure rate.

      After curing, 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ General Purpose Instant Adhesive bonds are suitable for use up to about 180°F (82°C). At 180°F (82°C) the bonds will be approximately70% of the strength at room temperature and at 212°F (100°C) about 50% of full strength.

      Cyanoacrylate bond resistance to most oils and solvents is excellent. Long term humidity, moisture, or water immersion may affect the strength of a cured cyanoacrylate bond depending on the substrates and the bond gap. Testing is recommended to evaluate the effect.

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Viscosity Test Methods
Viscosity Test Method
High
1,500 cPs
1,275 to 1,650 cPs Brookfield LVF Spindle #3 @ 30 rpm.
Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength Test Method
2,900 psi ISO 6922
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength Type Substrate Test Method
2,106 psi Overlap Shear Strength Steel, Grit blasted ASTM D-1002, Grit blasted
2,846 psi Overlap Shear Strength Stainless Steel, Grit blasted ASTM D-1002, Grit blasted
2,391 psi Overlap Shear Strength Aluminum, Grit blasted ASTM D-1002, Grit blasted
1,018 psi Overlap Shear Strength ABS ASTM D-1002, Substrate failure
799 psi Overlap Shear Strength Polycarbonate ASTM D-1002, Substrate failure
1,713 psi Overlap Shear Strength PVC ASTM D-1002, Substrate failure
528 psi Overlap Shear Strength Polypropylene, Primed with AC77 ASTM D-1002, Substrate failure
107 psi Overlap Shear Strength Silicone Elastomers, Primed with AC79 ASTM D-1002, Substrate failure