Crestomer® 1150PA

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Crestomer® 1150PA is a two-part, pre-accelerated, highly thixotropic structural adhesive that is based on unsaturated urethane-acrylate in styrene monomer. It is used in many structural composite applications and has excellent adhesion to FRP laminates, core materials, wood, and some metals. This product can be used for bonding diesel tanks, contour joints in FRP components, building up damaged areas, and bonding "green" FRP.
Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features and Benefits
  • Urethane acrylate base
  • Excellent retention of toughness
  • Highly thixotropic
  • Controlled cure and exotherm behavior
  • Short fixture time
  • Improved esthetic and better surface finish
  • Excellent adhesion and high elongation at break
  • Non sagging on vertical surfaces
  • Excellent fatigue and impact resistance
  • Increased productivity and reduced cycle times

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Recommended Applications
  • Crestomer® 1150PA is supplied pre-accelerated. The required hardener is a medium reactivity MEKP catalyst. The catalyst is added at 2% v/w. Crestomer® 1150PA can be applied with a spatula or from a dispensing unit, taking care to keep air entrapment to a minimum. Application should always be carried out at temperatures above 15°C / 59°F. Recommended temperature range for application is between 18°C and 25°C / 64°F - 77°F. The use of additional pigments or fillers is not recommended as they can affect the performance of the adhesive.
  • For industrial / commercial use only. The user must determine the suitability of a selected adhesive for a given substrate and application. Contact your local Scott Bader representative for questions or assistance with the selection of adhesives for your use. This product is intended for use by skilled individuals at their own risk. Recommendations contained herein are based on information we believe to be reliable. The properties and strength values are obtained under controlled conditions at the Scott Bader laboratory.

Properties

Appearance
Mauve gel
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength⁵22 - 25MPa
Tensile Modulus⁵1000 - 1500MPa
Tensile Elongation⁵100 - 120%
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.05
Mixed Ratio³ (by volume)50:1
Application Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Working Time¹50Minutes
Fixture Time²5Hours
Gap Filling1 - 15mm
Color Change (over cure)None
Recommended Application Temperature18 - 25°C
Note
  1. Geltime measured with 100g mass of adhesive at 25°C/ 77°F. Using 2% Butanox M50 catalyst.
  2. Time taken at 23°C / 73°F (ambient temperature) to achieve 1.4MPa strength in lap-shear tests according to BS ISO.
  3. Mix ratio based on volume and weight for both machine dispensing and hand mixing.
  4. The shelf life for Crestomer® products is defined from the date of manufacture if stored as recommended. The expiry date is indicated on the product labels.
  5. Test to BS EN ISO 527-2
  6. Metals test to ASTM D1002 for Lap Shear Strength, Composites and Marine Ply test to ASTM 5868 for Lap Shear Stength, Balsa tested to ASTM D3807 for Cleavage Peel. All at 23°C (73°F)
  7. Adhesive Failure When Tested
  8. Substrate Failure When Tested

Technical Details & Test Data

Comparisons with Competitive Materials

Crestomer® adhesives are one of a wide variety of materials that can be used in bonded assemblies. Compared to other adhesives, Crestomers offer the following benefits:

  • Monomer type identical to polyester resins
  • Cured with conventional peroxides
  • Low exotherm during cure
  • Available in a range of working and fixture times
  • Ease of application
  • Cost effective

High exotherm in an adhesive can cause the substrate to distort and give poor esthetic characteristics to the parts being bonded. The chemistry of Crestomer® adhesives ensures
that high exotherm temperatures, a characteristic of some other adhesives do not occur. The graph shows the exotherm temperatures of Crestomer® adhesives over a range of test temperatures.

FRP to FRP bond strength

Crestomer® 1150PA - Comparisons With Competitive Materials

Exotherm of Crestomer® adhesives

High exotherm in an adhesive can cause the substrate to distort and give poor aesthetic characteristics to the parts being bonded. The chemistry of Crestomer® adhesives ensures that high exotherm temperatures, a characteristic of some other adhesives, does not occur. The graph shows the exotherm temperatures of Crestomer® adhesives over a range of test temperatures.

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Surface Preparation

Crestomer 1150PA has excellent adhesion to FRP material provided that the surface has been maintained free of dust and grease. This can be guaranteed by the use of propietary stripable cloths such as peel ply (without lubricant contaminates). If the laminate surface is more than three days old it is recommended that they are lightly abraded and wiped with acetone or styrene on a lint-free, clean cloth prior to bonding.

Recommended Substrates

Crestomer® adhesives are one of a wide variety of materials that can be used in bonded assemblies. Compared to other adhesives, Crestomers offer the following benefits:

  • Monomer type identical to polyester resins
  • Cured with conventional peroxides
  • Low exotherm during cure
  • Available in a range of working and fixture times
  • Ease of application
  • Cost effective

High exotherm in an adhesive can cause the substrate to distort and give poor esthetic characteristics to the parts being bonded. The chemistry of Crestomer® adhesives ensures
that high exotherm temperatures, a characteristic of some other adhesives do not occur. The graph shows the exotherm temperatures of Crestomer® adhesives over a range of test temperatures.

FRP to FRP bond strength

Crestomer® 1150PA - Comparisons With Competitive Materials

Exotherm of Crestomer® adhesives

High exotherm in an adhesive can cause the substrate to distort and give poor esthetic characteristics to the parts being bonded. The chemistry of Crestomer® adhesives ensures that high exotherm temperatures, a characteristic of some other adhesives, does not occur. The graph shows the exotherm temperatures of Crestomer® adhesives over a range of test temperatures.

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Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Global
Packaging Information

Crestomer 1150PA is supplied in 25Kg/ 55lbs and 200Kg/ 440lbs containers.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 Months, 5 Months
Storage and Shelf Life

Crestomer 1150PA should be stored between 2°C and 23°C/ 36°F and 73°F in the original unopened container in a dry well ventilated place. Protect from freezing and direct sunlight. Avoid contact with oxidizing agents. Exposure to temperatures outside these conditions will affect shelf life. Ideally containers should be opened only immediately prior to use. The shelf life for Crestomer products is defined from date of manufacture if stored as recommended. The expiry date is indicated on the product labels.