Product Name
Permabond ES562 1-Part Heat Cure Epoxy, 200mL Bottle
Brief Description
Permabond ES562 is a single-part, heat-cure epoxy adhesive designed for high-strength bonding of metals and composites. It exhibits a low viscosity, allowing it to self-level and flow like solder when heated during the curing process. This adhesive is formulated to replace traditional fastening methods such as mechanical fasteners, soldering, and brazing, offering excellent adhesion, high shear strength, and resistance to vibration and chemicals.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Replacing mechanical fastening, soldering, or brazing in assembly processes.- Bonding metal surfaces and composites.- Applications requiring high bond strength and resistance to vibration.- Heavy wear-and-tear applications, such as bonding tungsten carbide tools and machinery.- Manufacturing processes where reduced assembly production costs are desired.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Aerospace/Defense- Automotive Service/Repair- Electrical Services or Products- Fabrication- General Manufacturing- Government & Military- LED/Electronics- Marine- Metal Fabrication- Transportation/Specialty Vehicle
Special and Unique Features
- Single-part formulation, eliminating the need for mixing and simplifying application.- Heat-cure mechanism, allowing for controlled curing and processing.- Flows like solder when heated, enabling precise application and self-leveling.- Capable of replacing mechanical fastening, soldering, and brazing.- Excellent resistance to vibration.- Good resistance to chemicals.
Key Properties
- Chemical Composition: Epoxy Resin- Appearance (uncured): White- Viscosity: Low viscosity, self-leveling- Cure Type: Heat Cure- High Shear Strength- High Temperature Resistance (cured adhesive can withstand higher temperatures for brief periods, e.g., paint baking, wave soldering).- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +180°C.
Surface Compatibility
- Metals (e.g., mild steel, aluminum, copper and its alloys)- Composites- Surfaces should be clean, dry, and grease-free; some metals may benefit from light abrasion.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Other single-part, heat-cure epoxy adhesives with similar performance characteristics.- Alternative Permabond epoxy products (e.g., ES550, ES558, ES569, ES578) may offer different properties for specific applications.- Traditional fastening methods such as soldering, brazing, or mechanical fasteners (rivets, screws) are alternatives that Permabond ES562 is designed to replace.
Comparison Note
Permabond ES562 stands out as a versatile, single-part heat-cure epoxy adhesive that offers a compelling alternative to conventional fastening techniques. Its low viscosity and self-leveling properties, combined with high bond strength and excellent resistance to vibration and chemicals, make it particularly suitable for demanding industrial applications where ease of use and robust performance are critical. It provides a cost-effective solution for assembly processes by streamlining application and enhancing joint integrity.
