Araldite AW 9102 CI - Aradur HW 9102 Honeycomb Panel Bonding Adhesive Kit - Parts A & B - AW 9102 & HW 9102

Product Name

Araldite AW 9102 CI - Aradur HW 9102 Honeycomb Panel Bonding Adhesive Kit - Parts A & B - AW 9102 & HW 9102

Brief Description

Araldite AW 9102 CI / Aradur HW 9102 is a two-component, room temperature curing epoxy adhesive system specifically engineered for high-performance bonding and lamination of honeycomb panels. It offers high strength, toughness, and excellent resistance to thermal cycling and aging. This versatile adhesive is suitable for a wide array of materials and is particularly noted for its application in demanding environments, including those requiring flame, smoke, and toxicity (FST) compliance.

Popular Applications & Uses

- Honeycomb panel bonding and lamination- Floor, roof, and barrier wall panels in transportation, such as railway cars, buses, commercial vehicles, RVs, and caravans- Architectural panels and honeycomb curtain wall applications- Interior paneling, wings, fuselages, overhead compartments, flooring, and partitions in aircraft manufacturing- Yacht building- Cleanrooms- Furniture manufacturing

Industries that Commonly Use It

- Aerospace/Defense- Cladding- Construction/ Building Services- Distributers & Resellers- Fabrication- Flooring Installer or Manufacturer- Furniture- General Manufacturing- Industrial Supply- Marine- Metal Fabrication- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle

Special and Unique Features

- Meets Flame, Smoke, and Toxicity (FST) requirements for passenger rail (EN45545-2: 2013: R1 / HL3)- Multi-purpose, capable of bonding a wide variety of materials- Long work life of approximately 80 minutes- Lower viscosity for easier application and superior coverage- Achieves handling strength in 8-9 hours- Preferred cohesive failure mode

Key Properties

- Type: Two-component epoxy adhesive- Mix Ratio: 2:1 by volume (Resin Part A to Hardener Part B), 100:40 by weight- Curing: Room temperature curing- Strength: High strength and toughness- Resistance: Excellent thermal cycling, aging, damp-heat, and good heat resistance- Shrinkage: Low shrinkage- Viscosity: Lower viscosity (8,000-20,000 cP mixed at 25ºC)- Peel Strength: Strong rolling peel strength

Surface Compatibility

- Metals (e.g., aluminum)- Aluminum honeycomb- Ceramics- Sandstone- Fireproof panels- Natural stone- Composite panels- Paper honeycomb structures- Most other materials in common use

Known backups / known substitutes

- Other Araldite epoxy adhesives (e.g., Araldite 2011, Araldite 2012, Araldite 2014)- SikaForce® 2-component adhesives- SikaMelt® hot melt adhesives- SikaPower® epoxy adhesives- Solfre2 Honeycomb adhesive (polyurethane-based)Note: When considering substitutes, it is critical to verify that alternative products meet the specific performance requirements, such as FST compliance for railway applications, and are suitable for the intended substrates and environmental conditions.

Comparison Note

Araldite AW 9102 CI / Aradur HW 9102 demonstrates superior performance compared to competitive adhesives, even when applied at thinner bond line thicknesses. Its lower viscosity ensures more even and complete coverage across the entire bonding surface, preventing issues like peaks and valleys that can occur with thicker competing products. Testing has shown no delamination with Araldite 9102, highlighting its robust bonding capabilities. Furthermore, its compliance with stringent flame, smoke, and toxicity requirements for passenger rail sets it apart for specialized transportation applications.