Product Name
PLEXUS MA1023 - 50 Gallon Drum Adhesive
Brief Description
Plexus MA1023 is a two-part methacrylate structural adhesive designed for high-strength bonding of thermoplastics, metals, and composite assemblies. It is known for its low shrinkage and low odor properties.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies- Panel bonding- Reinforcement bonding- Bracket & accessories bonding- Metal sign assembly- Replacing welding and mechanical fasteners in various assemblies- Composite bonding applications in industries like transportation, marine, wind energy, and engineering construction
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Aerospace/Defense- Automotive Service/Repair- Construction/ Building Services- Energy (e.g., wind energy)- Engineering Services- Fabrication- General Manufacturing- Industrial Supply- Marine- Metal Fabrication- Plastic Fabrication- Sign & Display- Thermoforming- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle
Special and Unique Features
- Two-part methacrylate adhesive system- Specifically designed for structural bonding applications- Exhibits low shrinkage and low odor- Considered an all-purpose adhesive- Requires minimal to no surface preparation for bonding- Cures quickly at room temperature- Forms high-strength bonds- Offers excellent adhesion and gap-filling capabilities- Distributes stress across a wide bond area- Provides resistance to fatigue, stress, shock, and impact- Eliminates point-loads and leak paths in assemblies- Packaged in 50-gallon drums, suitable for high-volume production- Features a 10:1 mix ratio
Key Properties
- Adhesive Type: Methacrylate (MMA)- Components: Two-component- Mix Ratio: 10:1- Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to 180°F (-40°C to 82.2°C)- Fixture Time: 20-25 minutes (with blue activator)- Tensile Strength: 1750 – 2000 psi (with blue activator)- Cure Type: Room temperature cure- Packaging: 50 Gallon Drum- Manufacturer: ITW Polymers Adhesives (NA) / ITW Plexus
Surface Compatibility
- Thermoplastics- Metals (including dissimilar metals)- Composites- ABS- Acrylic- FRP- Gelcoats- Polyester (including DCPD modified)- PVC- Styrenics- Vinyl esters
Known backups / known substitutes
- Plexus MA8105 (direct-to-metal, two-part methacrylate structural adhesive)- Plexus MA8110 (fast curing, two-part methacrylate structural adhesive for galvanized coated metals)- Plexus MA830 (medium-curing adhesive system)- Plexus MA310 (medium-curing adhesive system)- Plexus MA320 (excellent for composite bonding in transportation, marine, wind energy, engineering construction)- Plexus AO420 (rapid-curing system for composite bonding in transportation)- Plexus MA1025 (very low cure shrinkage and odor, for marine industry structural bonding)
Comparison Note
Plexus MA1023 is a key product within the Plexus family of methacrylate structural adhesives, known for providing durable, high-strength bonds that can replace traditional welding and mechanical fasteners. Its broad compatibility with various substrates and availability in 50-gallon drums make it suitable for high-volume industrial applications. While MA1023 offers a balanced set of properties, other Plexus adhesives, such as MA8105 or MA1025, may be preferred for specific requirements like direct-to-metal bonding, faster cure times, or specialized applications in the marine industry, offering variations in mix ratios, cure characteristics, or substrate focus.
