B8X-496 combines the ease of a general-purpose instant adhesive with enhanced adhesion tailored for metal surfaces. Its optimized viscosity provides better control than ultra-thin formulations while maintaining excellent wettability—ideal for bonding precision metal components, mixed-material assemblies, or porous elastomers. With a broad strength profile (up to 4,350 psi depending on substrate and surface prep), B8X-496 ensures robust joints even under moderate mechanical stress.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Viscosity | 125 cP |
| Appearance | Clear |
| Gap Fill | 0.005 in. (0.15 mm) |
| Fixture Time (steel) | 10–30 seconds |
| Shear Strength | 2,900–4,350 psi (20–30 N/mm²) |
| Service Temperature | –40°C to +80°C |
| Packaging | 20g / 500g / 1000g |
Performance Highlights
- Exceptional Adhesion to Metals: Delivers peak strength on steel, aluminum, brass, and other common engineering metals—even without primers.
- Broad Strength Range: Achieves up to 4,350 psi on properly prepared metal surfaces, among the highest in its class.
- Balanced Viscosity (125 cP): Resists dripping on vertical surfaces while still flowing into micro-gaps.
- Multi-Material Compatibility: Also bonds engineering plastics (ABS, PC, PVC) and elastomers (NBR, EPDM, TPE) reliably.
- Controlled Cure Window: 10–30 second fixture time allows for precise part alignment before handling.
Typical Applications
- Metal Fabrication: Joining brackets, fasteners, nameplates, and small hardware
- Automotive: Interior metal trim, sensor housings, connector retention
- Electronics: Securing metal shields, grounding tabs, and chassis components
- Industrial Assembly: Bonding metal-to-rubber mounts, plastic inserts into metal housings
- Maintenance & Repair: Quick, high-strength fixes for broken tools, fixtures, or machinery parts
Application Guidelines
- For best results on metals, clean with solvent (e.g., IPA) and lightly abrade if passive (e.g., stainless steel).
- Avoid over-application—thin bond lines yield maximum strength.
- On low-energy plastics (PP, PE) or silicone rubbers, use a compatible primer.
- Store sealed at room temperature (<25°C) to maintain reactivity.
Why Choose B8X-496?
When your primary challenge is achieving strong, consistent bonds on metal—without sacrificing compatibility with plastics or rubbers—B8X-496 offers the ideal balance of speed, strength, and versatility. It’s the smart choice for mixed-material assemblies where metal is the critical substrate.
Available in 20g (R&D/trial), 500g, and 1000g (production-scale) packaging.
Contact us for substrate-specific bond strength data or to request a sample.
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