Hardman Double Bubble Black Regular Setting (45 min) Thin Epoxy (04006)

Product Name

Hardman Double Bubble Black Regular Setting (45 min) Thin Epoxy (04006)

Brief Description

The Hardman Double Bubble Black Regular Setting (45 min) Thin Epoxy (04006) is a two-component, room-temperature curing epoxy adhesive. It is specifically formulated as a low-viscosity (thin) epoxy, ideal for applications requiring a very thin glue line or where the adhesive needs to seep into materials. This general-purpose epoxy offers a 45-minute working time and cures to a durable, light amber/semi-clear finish.

Popular Applications & Uses

• Furniture repair
• Hobby use
• Sports equipment repair
• Bonding metal, aluminum, plastic, and wood
• General quick repairs and small jobs
• Applications requiring a thin glue line (e.g., 10 mil)
• Repairing tools and auto parts
• Bonding concrete and fabrics

Industries that Commonly Use It

• Artist, Artisan
• Automotive Service/Repair
• Cabinet & Woodworking
• Construction/ Building Services
• Electrical Services or Products
• Fabrication
• Furniture
• General Manufacturing
• Marine
• Metal Fabrication
• Plastic Fabrication
• Prosumer
• Special Effects/ Scenic Design
• Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle

Special and Unique Features

• Double Bubble Packaging: Comes in a handy, dual-pouch, one-shot, job-size package that ensures accurate portioning, reduces waste, and keeps the epoxy factory fresh.
• Regular Setting: Provides a 45-minute working time, allowing for repositioning and careful application.
• Long Shelf Life: Features a 2-year shelf life, preventing the epoxy from hardening prematurely.
• Low Viscosity: Designed for excellent creep and saturation performance, ideal for thin glue lines.

Key Properties

• Working Time: 45 minutes
• Tack-Free Time: 60 minutes
• Full Cure Time: 4 hours for handling strength, 24 hours for full strength
• Viscosity: Low viscosity, like corn syrup (Mixed: 3,700 cP @ 25 °C)
• Color (Cured): Light amber, semi-clear
• Mix Ratio: 1:1
• Shrinkage: No-shrink epoxy
• Durability: Durable, impact resistant (6.7 ft-lb @ 25 °C), water and solvent resistant once cured.
• Hardness: 78 D @ 25 °C
• Shear Strength: 500 to 2,900 psi @ 25 °C
• Service Temperature: Up to 52 °C

Surface Compatibility

This epoxy bonds effectively to a wide range of materials, including:

• Wood
• Metal (e.g., aluminum)
• Plastics
• Epoxy
• Concrete
• Fabrics
• Glass
• Stone
• Ceramics
• Leather

Known backups / known substitutes

While the 04006 is a specific regular-setting thin epoxy, other Hardman Double Bubble epoxies exist with varying properties for different needs, such as:

• Hardman Double Bubble Extra Fast Setting (e.g., Red Package 04001, Silver Package 04009) for quicker repairs.
• Hardman Double Bubble Non-Sag Epoxy (e.g., 04008) for vertical or overhead applications.
• Hardman Double Bubble Wet Surface / Patching Epoxy for damp or underwater environments.

General epoxy adhesives from brands like JB Weld or Devcon could also be considered as broader substitutes depending on the specific application requirements.

Comparison Note

The Hardman Double Bubble Black Regular Setting (45 min) Thin Epoxy (04006) stands out due to its low viscosity, making it ideal for applications requiring fine glue lines or material saturation. Its 45-minute working time offers a good balance between quick setting and sufficient time for precise assembly, differentiating it from faster-setting epoxies. The unique Double Bubble packaging provides convenience and consistent mixing, which is a significant advantage over traditional syringe or bulk epoxy systems, especially for small, on-the-spot repairs.