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Description for 3M TS230
Sprayable/extrudable with long set time • Bond variety of plastics, including polystyrene and polyacrylic • Bond aluminum and glass to plastic and woodChemical 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, Many other plastics, Polycarbonate, PVC, Maple, Polystyrene, Plasticized Vinyl, ABS, Wood Manufacturer 3M Chemistry Polyurethane, Urethane Cure Method Moisture Application Temperature (°F) 250 Viscosity (cPs) 9,000, Extrudable Color White/Off-White, White/Off-White Density (g/cm³) 9.1 (lbs/gal) -
Technical Data for 3M TS230
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
- Polystyrene (PS) - Polystyrene
- Vinyl - Plasticized Vinyl
- ABS
- Wood - Maple
- Composites - FRP
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Chemistry
- Polyurethane - Urethane
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Application Method
- Dispenser - Application equipment, Lamination equipment
- Spray - Sprayable
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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) 9,000, Extrudable Test Method Set Time (min) Long, 2.50 Test Method Work / Pot Time (min) Long, 4.00 Test Method Bond Strength
General Bond Strength (psi) High Peel Strength (piw) 90, 95, 54, 50, 55, 76, 51, 62, 16, 22 Test Method Shear Strength (psi) 1,570, 2,250, 1,490, 1,280, 590, 930, 1,780, 410, 720, 290, 530, 1,470, 2,250 Test Method Tensile Strength (psi) 3,300 Test Method Hardness
Shore D Hardness 45 Test Method Elongation (%) 700 Test Method Modulus (psi) 5,400 Test Method Other Properties
% Solids (%) 100 Density (g/cm³) 9.1 (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, 6 Not Good For
Don't Use With Substrates that exceed 275°F (135°C). -
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Best Practices for 3M TS230
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Surface Preparation
When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights, and follow the manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.
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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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Long | |
2.50 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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9,000 cPs | Measured on Brookfield viscometer with Thermosel using spindle #27. | 121°C |
Extrudable |
Work / Pot Time Test Methods
Work / Pot Time | Test Method |
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Long | |
4.00 min | The bonding range of a 1/8" bead of molten adhesive on a non-metallic substrate., 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. |
Peel Strength Test Methods
Peel Strength | Type | Cure Time | Cure Temperature | Substrate | Test Temperature | Test Method |
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90 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). | ||
54 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). | ||
50 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). | ||
55 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). | ||
76 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). | ||
51 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). | ||
62 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 | 0.00 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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3,300 psi | 0.00 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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1,570 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"._x00D_ The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
2,250 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. | ||||
1,490 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. | ||||
1,280 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:_x00D_ plastics, .125", Maple, .375". The separation rate of the testing jaws was 2" per minute. | ||||
590 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. | ||||
930 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. | ||||
1,780 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. | ||||
410 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. | ||||
720 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. | ||||
290 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C Room Temperature | 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. |
530 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C Room Temperature | 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. |
1,470 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C Room Temperature | 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. |
2,250 psi | Overlap shear strength | 10,080 min | 25°C Room Temperature | 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. |
Elongation Test Methods
Elongation | Test Method |
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700 % | 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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5,400 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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45 | 1Measured on .090" - .110" thick bars |
Density Test Methods
Density | Test Method |
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9.1 (lbs/gal) | Molten |