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automotive

Araldite 2011 bonds record beating eco-car

22 March 2011 adhesives

The TIM 05 demonstrates the possibilities of making a vehicle using environmentally sustainable components, weighing just 27kg and running on bio-ethanol fuel. The body is made of a sandwich of polystyrene and silk reinforced with carbon, and the chassis is made from unidirectional carbon and foam laminate.  Araldite 2011, a two component epoxy adhesive, was used [...]

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Light weight, low density epoxy potting compound is RF transparent

4 December 2009 aerospace

In some applications the weight of potting electronics to protect mechanically or environmentally can be a very significant part of the overall weight of installed equipment – sometimes this can be a problem. We have come up with some very advanced light-weight epoxy potting technology which brings the density right down to 0.6. IRS 2012 [...]

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Fuel resistant silicone

2 October 2008 automotive

Modern diesel engines require gaskets to seal a variety of components, including fuel systems and control units. RTV silicones have been used in and around the engine for many years, being chosen for their flexibility and ability to withstand high temperatures. For use within a diesel engine, the gasket material must be able to withstand [...]

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Car headlights – illuminating!

26 January 2007 adhesives

DYMAX 3-20469 features fast cure speeds, the ability to cure through clear, UV blocked plastic and offers advanced features for a variety of vehicle lighting assembly applications. It cures through large gaps and forms excellent bonds and seals on assemblies with unusual shapes and less than perfect fitting joints. In addition to headlamp assembly, other [...]

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