Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Key Information
- Ideal for tire rubber bonding, repair and retreading
- Built in indicator to show optimum time to bond
- Safe to use and environmentally friendly
- Contains a rust inhibitor
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Area
- Typical Applications
Alpha A2024 can be used in the following applications
- Tire retreading and repair
- Vulcanized rubber bonding
- Handling & Applications
The general application information presented here is based upon typical conditions determined by Alpha Adhesives & Sealants Limited testing. Our recommendations on the use of this product are based on methods believed to be reliable. It is advised that users conduct their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their specific application.
Surface Preparation
The strength and durability of the bond is dependent on proper surface treatment of the tire surfaces to be bonded. The tire surface should be buffed and cleaned prior to application of the adhesive. All surfaces to be bonded should be dry, clean and free from dust, grit, wax, grease or oil before hand.
Adhesive Application
A2024 can be applied using a conventional air assisted spray gun system that must not contain any brass or copper parts. The A2024 adhesive should be applied evenly to the tire, ensuring that no runs or drips are present. Drips or runs slow down the drying process. The tire is ready to retread when the adhesive film has completely changed from white to clear with no white specks present. If the tire is retreaded when white specks are present the new tread will blow at the points where there was water present.
Curing
Bonded assemblies should be left for 7 days before physical testing is conducted.
Cleaning
For wet material, it is advised that any spillages be cleaned up immediately with soapy water before the adhesive can fully dry.
Properties
- Color
- Physical Form
- Base
- Natural Rubber Latex
- Consistency
- Liquid
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 0.975 | - | - |
| Total Solids Content | 49 - 53 | % | - |
| Viscosity (20°C) | max. 100 | cP | - |
| Open Joint Time | 10 - 20 | minutes | - |
| Temperature Resistance | max. 100 | °C | - |
| Coverage (Dependent on size of tyre) | max. 10 | tyres / litre | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Safety & Health
- Health & Safety Information
Alpha A2024 is not classified as hazardous according to Directive EC 1272/2008. Please refer to the Alpha A2024 Safety Data Sheet for further health & safety information.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Product Availability
Product Reference Pack Size Container Box Quantity Alpha A2024 205 L Drum N/A Alpha A2024 25 L Plastic Polykeg N/A Alpha A2024 20 L Gravity Box N/A
Storage & Handling
- Storage
Alpha A2024 should be stored in its original container, with the lid tightly secured, in dry conditions and at temperatures between 5°C and 25°C. Alpha A2024 will keep satisfactorily for up to 12 months from date of manufacture if stored according to the recommended conditions.