Huntsman Fastweld 10 A/B Rapid Setting Epoxy Adhesive
Suitable for repair work and bonding small parts, Fastweld 10 is great for general purpose shop applications. This rapid-setting epoxy adhesive offers a user-friendly one-to-one mix ratio by volume or weight. The two-component paste is able to create strong bonds in a short period of time. Huntsman’s Fastweld 10 successfully bonds metal, wood, cardboard, or plastic, along with many other surface types. This product is gray in color, and is an ideal option if you are looking to create a bond quickly and efficiently.
When properly mixed, the density of Fastweld 10 Adhesive at 25°C is 1.46 g/cm³, and the viscosity at 23°C is 250,000 cP. 100 parts by weight of the black resin are to be mixed to 100 parts by weight of the white hardener for a proper mix ratio. The pot life for 2 fl oz of Fastweld 10 Adhesive at 25°C is 3-4 minutes, and the typical cure cycle is 4 hours at 25°C. Please note it is not recommended that this material be cured at elevated temperatures.
The lap shear strength at a 1 hour 41°F cure is 1,420 psi, and the lap shear strength at a test temperature of -40°F is 1,560 psi. For more technical data, please see the Fastweld 10 A/B Technical Data Sheet. In their original and sealed containers, Fastweld 10 A/B should be stored in a dry place and kept at temperatures between 2°C and 40°C (36°F and 104°F). When certified to Huntsman’s standard and kept in the recommended storage conditions, this material has a shelf life of 3 years from its date of manufacture. It is advised that this product not be exposed to direct sunlight.
Fastweld 10 A/B Epoxy Adhesive Properties:
Viscosity
Mix Ratio
Pot Life
Typical Cure Cycle
Lap Shear Strength
250,000 cP at 23°C
1:1
3-4 minutes for 2 FL OZ at 25°C
4 hours at 25°C
1,420 psi at a 1 hour 41°F Cure
The resilience and the strength of a bond created with Fastweld 10 are highly dependent upon the thorough pretreatment of the substrates being bonded. A quality degreasing agent such as trichloroethylene or acetone should be used to clean joint surfaces in order to eliminate any trace of grease, oil, or dirt. Please note that paint thinners, alcohol, or gasoline should never be used as a degreasing agent for Fastweld 10. Chemical etching and mechanical abrasion create the toughest and most durable joints. If mechanical abrasion is the method chosen, an additional degreasing treatment should follow.
Once thoroughly mixed, Fastweld 10 Adhesive should be applied with a spatula to pretreated joint surfaces after they have dried. Immediately after the material is applied, the components should be properly placed and clamped together. For further assistance with application methods, please contact a Krayden Technical Sales Representative. Providing strong bonds in a short amount of time, Fastweld 10 Adhesive is ideal for repair work and smaller parts in general purpose shop applications. With a user-friendly one-to-one mix ratio, no unusual methods are required to work this product. For more information on this product, please contact Krayden, an authorized distributor of Huntsman Adhesives.