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Description for 3M TE100
Extrudable with medium set time • Bonds wood and selected plastics • Thin bond lines.Chemical Resistance Chemical Resistance: Highly plasticizer resistant Application Type Bond 1 Part or 2 Part 1-Part Material Form Liquid Substrate PolyAcrylic, FRP, Glass, Metal, Plastics, Polycarbonate, PVC, Rubber, Maple, Polystyrene, ABS, Wood Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Polyurethane, Urethane Cure Method Moisture Application Temperature (°F) 250 Viscosity (cPs) Low, 7,000, Extrudable Color White/Off-White, White/Off-White Density (g/cm³) 8.8 (lbs/gal) -
Technical Data for 3M TE100
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
- Plastic - Plastics
- Acrylic (PMMA) - PolyAcrylic
- Polycarbonate
- Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) - PVC
- Polystyrene (PS) - Polystyrene
- ABS
- Rubber
- Wood - Maple
- Composites - FRP
- Other
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Chemistry
- Polyurethane - Urethane
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Application Method
- Dispenser - Application equipment, Lamination equipment
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Cure Method
- Moisture / Condensation Cure - Moisture
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Color
- Off-White - White/Off-White
- White - White/Off-White
Specifications
Cure Specs
Application Temperature (°F) 250 Viscosity (cPs) Low, 7,000, Extrudable Test Method Set Time (min) Medium, 1.00 Test Method Work / Pot Time (min) 2.00 Test Method Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) High Peel Strength (piw) 81, 77, 29, 70, 70 Test Method Shear Strength (psi) 1,910, 2,550, 2,010, 1,150, 200, 920, 2,100, 380, 810, 690, 1,120, 2,100, 2,550 Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) 4,200 Test Method Hardness
Shore D Hardness 61 Test Method Elongation (%) 675 Test Method Modulus (psi) 12,200 Test Method Other Properties
% Solids (%) 100 Density (g/cm³) 8.8 (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. Shelf Life Temperature (°F) <120, <120 Shelf Life (mon) 12, 6 Not Good For
Don't Use With Substrates that exceed 275°F (135°C)., uncoated aluminum. -
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Best Practices for 3M TE100
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Surface Preparation
See Vendor Technical Data Sheet for more info.
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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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Medium | |
1.00 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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Low | ||
7,000 cPs | Brookfield viscometer with Thermosel using spindle #27. | 121°C |
Extrudable |
Work / Pot Time Test Methods
Work / Pot Time | Test Method |
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2.00 min | The bonding range of a 1/8" bead of molten adhesive on a non-metallic substrate. |
Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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81 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). | ||
77 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). | ||
29 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). | ||
70 piw | 180° Peel strength | ABS | 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). | ||
70 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). |
Tensile Strength Test Methods
Tensile Strength | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Cure Humidity | Test Method |
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4,200 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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1,910 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 | ||||
2,550 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 | ||||
2,010 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 | ||||
1,150 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 | ||||
200 psi | Overlap shear strength | Polystyrene | 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 | ||||
920 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 | ||||
2,100 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 | ||||
380 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 | ||||
810 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 | ||||
690 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. | |
1,120 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. | |
2,100 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. | |
2,550 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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675 % | 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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12,200 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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61 | 1Measured on .090" - .110" thick bars |
Density Test Methods
Density | Test Method |
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8.8 (lbs/gal) | Molten |