LOCTITE UK2173
Harmonization Code : 3907.30.00.40 | Epoxy Mold Compounds containing by weight more than 70 % silicon dioxide
Main features
- Low-Energy Plastic Bonding
- Nominal 2:1 Meter-Mix Processing
- Elastic 300% Elongation
Product Description
LOCTITE UK 2073 / LOCTITE UK 2173 Polyurethane Adhesive/Sealant System pairs two solvent-free polyurethane components for elastic bonding and sealing of plastic and multi-material automotive assemblies. Components A and B are nominally meter mixed at 2:1 by volume through a static mixer, with a 3 to 4 minute open time at 40 deg C. The room-temperature cure develops a flexible bond with 300% elongation, 3.5 to 4.5 MPa tensile strength, and Shore A 60 to 70 hardness. It is particularly suited to low-surface-energy plastics including PP talc and PP LGF, as well as PC/ABS and PC/PET, in spoilers, tailgates, roof systems, bumpers, dashboards, and trim.
Key features
- Low-Energy Plastic Bonding: Supports PP talc, PP LGF, PC/ABS, PC/PET, and multi-material assemblies.
- Nominal 2:1 Meter-Mix Application: The published 2:1 volume ratio is applied through a static mixer; application-specific conditions should be confirmed.
- Elastic Cured Bond: The cured system provides 300% elongation and Shore A 60 to 70 hardness.
Applications
Applications include spoilers, tailgates, roof systems, bumpers, luggage racks, dashboards, trim, and other automotive plastic or multi-material assemblies.
Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
General Properties
Mechanical Properties
Additional Information
Component properties
Component A and Component B values are listed separately before 2:1 volume mixing.
| Property | Value | Unit | Method / condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Component A appearance | Black | As supplied | |
| Component A density | 1.35 | g/cm^3 | 23 deg C |
| Component A viscosity | 60 to 100 | Pa s | 23 deg C, rheometer |
| Component B appearance | Gray | As supplied | |
| Component B density | 1.38 | g/cm^3 | 23 deg C |
| Component B viscosity | 30 to 100 | Pa s | 23 deg C, rheometer |
| Mix ratio | 2:1 | by volume | Component A : Component B; published nominal ratio |
Mixed and cured system properties
Values apply to the complete LOCTITE UK 2073 / LOCTITE UK 2173 system.
| Property | Value | Unit | Method / condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open time | 3 to 4 | min | 40 deg C |
| Tensile shear strength | >2.5 | MPa | After 3 days at 23 deg C on documented plastic and e-coated steel substrates |
| Elongation at break | 300 | % | Cured system |
| Tensile strength | 3.5 to 4.5 | MPa | Cured system |
| Hardness | 60 to 70 | Shore A | Cured system |
| Final strength development | 3 | days | Room-temperature cure |
