{"product_id":"loctite-ea-9153-locweld-15-minute-cold-weld-epoxy","title":"LOCTITE EA 9153 LocWeld – 15-Minute Cold Weld Epoxy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOCTITE EA 9153 LocWeld\u003c\/strong\u003e is a two-part, metal-filled epoxy adhesive and repair filler designed for cold-weld applications. It provides a practical alternative to welding or brazing for many non-structural metal repairs, producing a rigid gray bond that can be drilled, tapped, filed, sanded, machined, and painted after cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast-setting two-part epoxy adhesive and filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFixtures in approximately 10–15 minutes and develops functional cure in about 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical 3,000 psi strength on steel after full cure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResists moisture, gasoline, oils, antifreeze, water, and many common automotive, shop, and cleaning fluids\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCured material can be drilled, tapped, filed, sanded, machined, or painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThick, non-sag paste helps fill gaps and damaged areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for repair, filling, and bonding of iron, steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, castings, and stampings. Typical uses include cracked transmission housings, damaged castings, broken metal blocks, intake-manifold cracks, worn keyways, stamped-metal cracks, and general fleet, plant, automotive, and maintenance repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-part epoxy resin and amine hardener\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 oz kit containing two 1 oz (28 g) tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equal parts by volume (1:1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncured consistency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beige resin and black hardener\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixed\/cured color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGel time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixture time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–15 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 16 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3,000 psi on steel after 16 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 300°F (149°C) intermittent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHenkel item number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 495540\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy item number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37531\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean and dry both surfaces, removing grease, oil, corrosion, paint, and loose material. Roughening or abrasive blasting improves results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDispense equal amounts of resin and hardener onto a disposable mixing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix thoroughly until the color is uniform, then apply immediately to both surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJoin and support the parts for at least 10–15 minutes. Allow approximately 16 hours for full cure; cooler conditions slow the cure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended for pure oxygen or oxygen-rich systems and should not be used as a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizers. This repair compound is not a substitute for engineered structural welding. Use with adequate ventilation and wear suitable gloves and eye protection. 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