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Plexus MA830: Fast-Cure, High-Strength Adhesive for Metal, Composite, and Plastic Bonding

Price Negotiable
Price: 245
MOQ: 1
Delivery Time: 3-5
Brand: Plexus
Product Description
Plexus MA830: Fast-Cure, High-Strength Adhesive for Metal, Composite, and Plastic Bonding

Plexus MA830 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of metals without primers. In addition, it does a superb job of bonding thermoplastic and composite assemblies with little or no surface preparation. Mixed at a 10:1 volume ratio, MA830 has a working time of 4 to 6 minutes and achieves approximately 75% of ultimate strength in 15 to 25 minutes at 23°C. This product provides a combination of high strength, excellent fatigue endurance, outstanding impact resistance, and superior toughness.

Parameter Value / Range Notes/Conditions
Mix Ratio (by Volume) 10:1 Adhesive (Part A) : Activator (Part B)
Mix Ratio (by Weight) 8.86:1 Adhesive (Part A) : Activator (Part B)
Working Time @ 23°C 4-6 minutes -
Fixture Time @ 23°C 15-25 minutes Time to ~75% ultimate strength
Gap Filling 0.3 mm to 13 mm -
Operating Temperature -40°C to 82°C -
Flash Point 11°C -
Tensile Strength (Cured) 13.8-17.2 MPa ASTM D638
Tensile Modulus (Cured) 483-689 MPa ASTM D638
Strain to Failure (Cured) 30-60% ASTM D638
Lap Shear Strength (Cured) 13.8-19.3 MPa ASTM D1002, 0.3mm gap
Shelf Life (Adhesive, Part A) 13 months Stored at 12-23°C
Shelf Life (Activator, Part B) 10 months Stored at 12-23°C
Excellent Chemical Resistance Hydrocarbons, Acids & Bases (pH 3-10), Salt Solutions Long term exposure at ambient conditions
Susceptible To Polar Solvents, Strong Acids and Bases
Product Introduction

This product is designed for structural bonding applications requiring fast fixture times and gap filling. Plexus MA830 cures at room temperature, has an operating temperature range of -40°C to 82°C, and offers gap filling from 0.3mm to 13mm. Its unique non-sagging gel formulation prevents dripping, making it suitable for vertical or overhead applications. It is supplied in ready-to-use cartridges, 20-litre pails, or 200-litre drums and can be dispensed using standard meter-mix equipment.

Special Attributes

Plexus MA830 include its uncured physical properties: the adhesive (Part A) is off-white with high viscosity, while the activator (Part B) is gray. When cured, it exhibits excellent mechanical properties with tensile strength ranging from 13.8-17.2 MPa, a high modulus (483-689 MPa), and good strain to failure (30-60%). It offers excellent resistance to hydrocarbons, acids, bases (pH 3-10), and salt solutions, but is susceptible to strong acids, bases, and polar solvents. Its rapid cure generates significant exothermic heat, so mixing large masses at once is not recommended.

Application Scenarios

Based on the adhesive's characteristics (fast cure, high strength, bonds multiple materials) and my knowledge, Plexus MA830 is typically used in manufacturing sectors where production efficiency is critical and fast fixturing of components is needed. Typical potential applications may include: transportation vehicles (e.g., buses, trucks, railcars) for on-site fast assembly and repair of body panels, internal frames, and components; bonding of metal and composite parts in industrial equipment manufacturing; and assembly in some construction fields (e.g., cladding panels, metal frames), especially where gap filling and rapid part positioning are required.

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    We are Shenzhen Huazhisheng New Material Technology Co., Ltd., a professional industrial adhesives and sealants supplier based in China since 2018. we serve global markets: Mainland China (60%), Southeast Asia (20%), North America (10%), and Europe (10%).

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    we supply high-performance adhesives and sealants from global leaders including: Cemedine, Dow Corning, Shin-Etsu, Araldite, and Momentive, etc.

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Company Shenzhen Huazhisheng New Material Technology Co., Ltd.
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