Tough stuff from Loctite
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SPECIALIST SEALING compound and adhesive manufacturer Loctite has launched a new adhesive called Sheet Steel Bonder 341.
It can bond oily metal surfaces in seconds, and fill gaps in excess of 3mm (0.11in) yet withstand a wash-rinse-bake paint cycle within minutes of application. Curing time can be shortened dramatically by using hot air guns or heated elements in jigs.
The bonder comprises two non-flammable components which are mixed in a 1:1 ratio.
For automatic or manual mixing Loctite has developed a dual cylinder cartridge and a hand operated twin pressure feed gun served by 20 litre (4.4gal) pails.
In field trials, Sheet Steel Bonder 341 has proved to be as tough as spot welding without the disadvantage of weld marks and the subsequent time taken to remove them.
Loctite UK, Watchmead, Welwyn Garden City, Herts AL7 1JB.