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Description for 3M TE031
Extrudable grade with fast set time ideal for bonding a wide variety of plastics including polystyrene and polyacrylic.Chemical Resistance Chemical Resistance: Highly plasticizer resistant Application Type Bond 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Liquid Substrate Polyacrylic, Aluminum, FRP, Glass, Metal, Plastic, Polycarbonate, PVC, Maple, ABS, Polystyrene, Plasticized Vinyl, Many other plastics, Wood Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Polyurethane, Urethane Cure Method Moisture Application Temperature (°F) 250 Viscosity (cPs) 13,000, Extrudable Color Off-White, White Density (g/cm³) 8.7 (lbs/gal) -
Technical Data for 3M TE031
Overview
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Chemical Resistance
- Chemical Resistance : Plasticizer Resistance - Highly plasticizer resistant
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Application Type
- Adhesive - Bond
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1 Part or 2 Part
- 1-Part
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Material Form
- Liquid
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Substrate
- Glass
- Metal
- Aluminum
- Plastic - Many other plastics
- Acrylic (PMMA) - Polyacrylic
- Polycarbonate
- Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - PVC
- ABS
- Polystyrene (PS) - Polystyrene
- Vinyl - Plasticized Vinyl
- Wood - Maple
- Composites - FRP
- Other - A wide variety of substrates
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Chemistry
- Polyurethane - Urethane
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Application Method
- Dispenser - Lamination equipment
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Cure Method
- Moisture / Condensation Cure - Moisture
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Color
- Off-White
- White
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) 250 Viscosity (cPs) 13,000, Extrudable Test Method Set Time (min) Fast, 0.50 Test Method Open Time (min) 2.00 Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) High Peel Strength (piw) 96, 95, 77, 65, 84, 100, 3, 3, 16, 22 Test Method Shear Strength (psi) 1,540, 1,890, 2,100, 1,330, 710, 1,350, 1,670, 340, 800, 340, 610, 1,910, 1,890, 1,372, 1,199, 1,374, 1,219, 1,213, 1,795, 499, 421, 117, 250, 1,035, 1,199 Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) 3,900 Test Method Hardness
Shore D Hardness 50 Test Method Elongation (%) 725 Test Method Modulus (psi) 5,600 Test Method Other Properties
% Solids (%) 100 Density (g/cm³) 8.7 (lbs/gal) Test Method Business Information
Shelf Life Details For maximum shelf life, store product at normal indoor warehouse storage (below 120°F/49°C).;Products in 10 fluid ounce cartridge and 2 kilogram have 12 months while all others have a 6 month shelf life in unopened containers., For maximum shelf life, store product at normal indoor warehouse storage (below 120°F/49°C).;Products in 10 fluid ounce cartridge and 2 kilogram have 12 months while all others have a 6 month shelf life in unopened containers. Shelf Life Temperature (°F) <120, <120 Shelf Life (mon) 12 10 fluid ounce cartridge, 6 Unopened containers Not Good For
Don't Use With Substrates that exceed 275°F (135°C)., uncoated aluminum -
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Best Practices for 3M TE031
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Surface Preparation
Plastic: Wipe with isopropanol soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Note: 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Polyurethane Reactive Adhesives are not recommended for bonding untreated polyolefins.
Plastic contaminated with mold release: Wipe with isopropyl alcohol soaked cheesecloth, abrade with fine grit abrasive, wipe with isopropyl alcohol soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding.
FRP, Rubber and Aluminum (uncoated): Wipe with methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) soaked cheesecloth, abrade with fine grit abrasive, wipe with MEK soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Priming may be necessary on aluminum if part will be subjected to hot/humid conditions.
Glass: Wipe with MEK-soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Priming may be necessary on glass if subject part will be subjected to hot/humid conditions.
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Surface Preparation
Plastic: Wipe with isopropanol soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Note: 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Polyurethane Reactive Adhesives are not recommended for bonding untreated polyolefins.
Plastic contaminated with mold release: Wipe with isopropyl alcohol soaked cheesecloth, abrade with fine grit abrasive, wipe with isopropyl alcohol soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding.
FRP, Rubber and Aluminum (uncoated): Wipe with methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) soaked cheesecloth, abrade with fine grit abrasive, wipe with MEK soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Priming may be necessary on aluminum if part will be subjected to hot/humid conditions.
Glass: Wipe with MEK-soaked cheesecloth.* Allow solvent to evaporate before bonding. Priming may be necessary on glass if subject part will be subjected to hot/humid conditions.
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Curing
The cure rate will vary depending on air temperature, relative humidity, substrate type and bond line thickness. Cure rate is more rapid on wood (moisture-rich substrate) than on plastic.
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Clean-Up
Allow product to solidify. Remove uncured waxy material (usually within the first 20 minutes after application) by scraping with a putty knife or similar tool. For cured material, remove by cutting or sanding. Do not use heat or flame to remove adhesive.
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Set Time Test Methods
Set Time | Test Method |
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Fast | |
0.50 min | The minimum amount of time required between when the bond is made and when it will support a 5 psi tensile load., Open times and set times are based on a room temperature environment. High temperatures will lengthen open times and set times while lower environmental temperatures will shorten open times and set times. |
Viscosity Test Methods
Viscosity | Test Method | Temperature |
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13,000 cPs | Brookfield viscometer with Thermosel using spindle #27. | 121°C |
Extrudable |
Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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96 piw | 180° Peel strength | FRP | 23°C | Cotton duck failed during test, 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
95 piw | 180° Peel strength | Polycarbonate | 23°C | Cotton duck failed during test, 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
77 piw | 180° Peel strength | Polyacrylic | 23°C | 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
65 piw | 180° Peel strength | Polystyrene | 23°C | 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
84 piw | 180° Peel strength | ABS | 23°C | 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
100 piw | 180° Peel strength | PVC | 23°C | Cotton duck failed during test, 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
3 piw | 180° Peel strength | Aluminum | 23°C | 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
3 piw | 180° Peel strength | Glass | 23°C | 180° peel strengths were measured on 1" x 8" pieces of flexible cotton duck (canvas) bonded to rigid 1" x 4" substrates. The rigid substrates were approximately .125" thick and the separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. All strengths were measured at 73°F (23°C). | ||
16 piw | T-peel strength | Plasticized Vinyl | 23°C | Substrate failure, T-Peel strengths were measure on 1" wide pieces of plasticized vinyl at 73°F (23°C). The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. Plasticized Vinyl, T-Peel (piw), tested @ 73°F (23°C) | ||
22 piw | T-peel strength | 20,160 min | 71°C | Plasticized Vinyl | 23°C | Substrate failure, T-Peel strengths were measure on 1" wide pieces of plasticized vinyl at 73°F (23°C). The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. Plasticized Vinyl, T-Peel (piw), tested @ 73°F (23°C) |
Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Cure Humidity | Test Method |
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3,900 psi | 10,080 min | 25°C | 50 % | ASTM D 638, Die C, measured on .011" - .017" thick films cured 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% relative humidity (RH), @ Break |
Shear Strength Test Methods
Shear Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Cure Humidity | Substrate | Test Time | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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1,540 psi | Overlap shear strength | Maple | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,890 psi | Overlap shear strength | FRP | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
2,100 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polycarbonate | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,330 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polyacrylic | 23°C | Substrate Failure, Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
710 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polystyrene | 23°C | Substrate Failure, Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,350 psi | Overlap shear strength | ABS | 23°C | Substrate failure, Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,670 psi | Overlap shear strength | PVC | 23°C | Substrate Failure, Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
340 psi | Overlap shear strength | Maple | 82°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
800 psi | Overlap shear strength | FRP | 82°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens.These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
340 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | 50 % | FRP | 600 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. |
610 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | 50 % | FRP | 3,600 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. |
1,910 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | 50 % | FRP | 86,400 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. |
1,890 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | 50 % | FRP | 604,800 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. |
1,372 psi | Overlap shear strength | Maple | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,199 psi | Overlap shear strength | FRP | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,374 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polycarbonate | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
1,219 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polyacrylic | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute.; Substrate failure. | ||||
1,213 psi | Overlap shear strength | ABS | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute.; Substrate failure. | ||||
1,795 psi | Overlap shear strength | PVC | 23°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
499 psi | Overlap shear strength | Maple | 82°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
421 psi | Overlap shear strength | FRP | 82°C | Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1" wide 1/2" overlap specimens. These bonds were made individually using 1" x 4" sample coupons. The thickness of the bond line was .003-.006". The thickness of the substrates were: plastics, .125", Maple, .375".; The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
117 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | FRP | 600 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. | |
250 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | FRP | 3,600 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. | |
1,035 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | FRP | 86,400 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. | |
1,199 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C | FRP | 604,800 sec | 23°C | FRP, Overlap Shear Strength (psi), tested @ 73°F (23°C) at various times after bonding. The FRP was conditioned for 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% RH prior to bonding. |
Elongation Test Methods
Elongation | Test Method |
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725 % | ASTM D 638, Die C, measured on .011" - .017" thick films cured 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% relative humidity (RH), at Break |
Modulus Test Methods
Modulus | Test Method |
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5,600 psi | ASTM D 638, Die C, measured on .011" - .017" thick films cured 7 days at 77°F (25°C)/50% relative humidity (RH) |
Shore D Hardness Test Methods
Shore D Hardness | Shore Hardness Test Method |
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50 | Measured on .090" - .110" thick bars |
Density Test Methods
Density | Test Method |
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8.7 (lbs/gal) | Molten |