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Description for 3M Insulation Adhesive 49
Fast tacking, high performance pressure sensitive adhesive for lightweight materials • Low VOCs • UL component recognition MAGW2file MH 6288Application Type Bond 1 Part or 2 Part 1 Part Material Form Liquid Substrate Acrylic, 2024 T3 Aluminum, Glass, ABS Plastic, PolyEthylene, Polystyrene, Polycarbonate, Polypropylene, PVC, EPDM, Neoprene Rubber, Cold rolled Steel, Galvanized Steel, Stainless Steel, Other material to metal, Metal, Paper, Galvanized Steel, Clad Aluminum, Plastic, High Density Polyethylene, High Impact Polystyrene Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Acrylate, Water-based, Methyl Ethyl Ketone Cure Method Air dry Viscosity (cPs) 450 to 650 Approx Color Milky White, Clear, Milky White, Red, Translucent red, Translucent red High Temperature Resistance (°C) Heat Resistance Density (g/cm³) 8.25 (lbs./gal.) Key Specifications UL component recognition MAGW2file MH 6288
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Viscosity Test Methods
Viscosity | Test Method | Temperature |
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450 to 650 cPs Approx | RVF #3 Sp. @ 20 rpm @ 77°F (25°C) | 25°C |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Type | Substrate | Test Time | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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53 psi | Overlap shear strength | Glass | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
57 psi | Overlap shear strength | Cold Rolled Steel | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
51 psi | Overlap shear strength | 2024 T3 Aluminum | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
52 psi | Overlap shear strength | Clad Aluminum | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
52 psi | Overlap shear strength | Stainless Steel | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
34 psi | Overlap shear strength | High Density Polyethylene | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
39 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polypropylene | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
53 psi | Overlap shear strength | High Impact Polystyrene | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
56 psi | Overlap shear strength | PVC | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
50 psi | Overlap shear strength | ABS Plastic | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
57 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polycarbonate | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
52 psi | Overlap shear strength | Acrylic | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
12 psi | Overlap shear strength | Neoprene Rubber | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
14 psi | Overlap shear strength | EPDM | 172,800 sec | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Type | Substrate | Test Time | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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2 piw | 180° Peel strength | Glass | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
3 piw | 180° Peel strength | Cold Rolled Steel | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
2 piw | 180° Peel strength | 2024 T3 Aluminum | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
3 piw | 180° Peel strength | Clad Aluminum | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
3 piw | 180° Peel strength | Stainless Steel | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
1 piw | 180° Peel strength | High Density Polyethylene | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
2 piw | 180° Peel strength | Polypropylene | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
6 piw | 180° Peel strength | High Impact Polystyrene | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
5 piw | 180° Peel strength | PVC | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
5 piw | 180° Peel strength | ABS Plastic | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
5 piw | 180° Peel strength | Polycarbonate | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
4 piw | 180° Peel strength | Acrylic | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
1 piw | 180° Peel strength | Neoprene Rubber | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
1 piw | 180° Peel strength | EPDM | 2,880 min | 23°C | Adhesive was tested in 180° (angle) peel, overlap shear, and dead load strength by first applying a 6 mil (wet thickness) coating of adhesive to a primed polyester film. After drying, bonds were made to various substrates. Test results after 48 hrs. @ 73°F (23°C) |
% Solids Test Methods
% Solids | Test Method |
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High | |
55 % | By weight |
53 to 57 % | By weight |