Selleys Araldite 5 Minute epoxy adhesive is a clear, fast setting, two part epoxy which provides a rigid durable bond to a wide range of surfaces.

Features

• Araldite is stronger than other glues due to the chemical reaction of the two parts
• Bonds a variety of surfaces
• Dries Clear
• Quick setting in 5 minutes
• Holds up to 75kg#
• Water resistant
• Forms a rigid, durable bond
• Can be used for gap filling (surfaces need not meet closely)
• Good chemical resistance
• #Holds up to 75kg per cm2 when fully cured on steel

Where can this product be used?

• Bonding shells, stones or pebbles to decorate bottles, lamps, bricks or garden pots
• Repairing splits or cracks in tennis racket
• Repairing metal toys
• Not suitable for bonding plastics such as Polypropylene and Polyethylene
• Bond strength weakens above 60°C but strength is regained when temperature drops
• Bakelite - joining or repairing

What materials is this product suitable for?

• Glass
• Metal
• Wood
• Crystal
• Leather
• Rubber
• China
• Most plastics*
• *Will not bond Polyethylene or Polypropylene plastics.

To use Selleys Araldite Tubes:

1. Clean and dry surfaces.
2. Pierce each tube with spike found in top of its own cap
3. Dispense equal parts of both liquids onto a clean disposable surface and mix both parts together thoroughly. The mixed glue will remain usable for 3-5 minutes at 20°C.
4. Apply mixed glue to both surfaces of job – then bring together.
5. Do not apply undue strain to bond for 30 minutes. Hold join in place using tapes or weights if necessary. Maximum strength reached after 16 hours.
6. Place cap from plunger on nozzle for storage. Clean up uncured Araldite with acetone (nail polish remover).

To use Selleys Araldite Syringe tip:

1. Clean and dry surfaces.
2. Snap out cap from plunger and carefully cut the sealed tips at the end of the syringe tip.
3. Dispense equal parts of both liquids onto a clean disposable surface and mix both parts together thoroughly. The mixed glue will remain usable for 3-5 minutes at 20°C.
4. Apply mixed glue to both surfaces of job – then bring together.
5. Do not apply undue strain to bond for 30 minutes. Hold join in place using tapes or weights if necessary. Maximum strength reached after 16 hours.
6. Place cap from plunger on nozzle for storage. Clean up uncured Araldite with acetone (nail polish remover). 

Limitations:

• *Will not bond Polyethylene or Polypropylene plastics. 

Handy Tips

• For maximum working time, mix in small quantities. Large quantities accelerate the curing process and reduce working time.
• When using the tube variant, ensure you replace the correct cap on the correct tube. Placing the wrong cap on the wrong tube will cause the tube to harden (caps and tubes are colour coded to help).
• To remove product after cure, mechanical action (scraping or sanding) is recommended. Since the product is chemically resistant solvent will NOT dissolve this product.
• Allow for longer bonding times in colder weather.
• Bond strength will soften above 60°C but strength is retained when temperature returns to normal.
• To reposition the bond once cured, check that the item is heat resistant. If safe, heat the item slowly, e.g. in an oven, to at least 150°C. The product will soften and liquify slightly. Scrape off any excess then reposition the joint carefully using appropriate safety equipment. Allow the item to cool down in the correct position. The product will reharden once returned to room temperature.
• Clamping is recommended for a stronger bond.

Cleanup

• Uncured product may be removed with acetone.
• Cured product can be softened with heat to make scraping easier.