PLEXUS MA590 Activator

Description

Two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. MA590 has a working time of 90 to 105 minutes and achieves approximately 500 and 1000 psi in 5 and 6.5 hours, respectively, at 74°F (23°C).

Key Features

• Extra long working time 90 – 105 mins
• Excellent gap filling and thixotropic
• Easy to use 1:1 ratio
• High strength and very high elongation

Key Substrates

• Composites DCPD, FRP, Gelcoat, Phenolics, Epoxy Based Composites, RIM
• Coated metals Powder coated or E-coated Metals
• Thermoplastics ABS/ ABS Blends, Acrylics, PBT, Polycarbonate, Rigid PVC, TPUs
• Raw metals with PC120 Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Raw Steel, etc.

Properties

• Color: Black
• Mix Ratio: 1:1
• Shear Strength: 1,500-2,200 psi (10.3 – 17.2 MPa)
• Adhesive: A: 175,000-220,000 cP
• Activator: B: 175,000-220,000 cP
• Working Time Min: 90 minutes
• Working Time Max: 105 minutes
• Fixture Time Min: 250 minutes
• Fixture Time Max: 380 minutes
• Tensile Strength Min: 2,000 psi (13.8 MPa)
• Tensile Strength Max: 2,500 psi (17.2 MPa)
• Tensile Elongation: > 130 %