Plexus® Adhesive Alternatives
Plexus adhesives are a range of high-performance bonding products developed by ITW Performance Polymers. These adhesives are designed to provide strong, durable bonds for a variety of industrial applications, including marine, transportation, and construction sectors.
Plexus adhesives are known for their ability to adhere to multiple substrates, such as metals, composites, and thermoplastics, without the need for priming or surface treatment. The adhesives are typically two-part methacrylate compounds that cure at room temperature, offering flexibility and high impact resistance, which make them particularly useful in environments where high strength and resistance to fatigue and environmental conditions are required.
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Plexus MA300
MA300 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. It mixes at a 1:1 ratio, has a work time of 3-6 minutes, and is available in 50 ml and 400 ml cartridges.
Plexus MA310
MA310 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Combined at a 1:1 ratio, MA310 is a medium-curing adhesive system. MA310 offers a combination of high strength and stiffness as well as the ability to bond a wide range of materials. It is available in 50 ml and 400 ml cartridges.
Plexus MA320
MA320 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies1. Combined at a 10:1 ratio, MA320 is an excellent choice for composite bonding applications in the transportation, marine, wind energy, and engineering construction industries because of its high strength and durability. Additionally, it generally requires minimal surface preparation.
Plexus MA330
MA330 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies1. Combined at a 1:1 ratio, MA330 has a working time of 15 to 18 minutes and achieves approximately 75% of ultimate strength in 30 to 45 minutes at 74°F (23°C). MA330 offers a combination of high strength and stiffness as well as the ability to bond a wide range of materials.
Plexus MA420
MA420 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Combined at a 10:1 ratio, MA420 is a rapid-curing system. MA420 is the standard choice for composite bonding applications in the transportation industry because it requires virtually no surface preparation. In addition, this product provides a unique combination of excellent fatigue endurance, outstanding impact resistance, and superior toughness.
Plexus MA420FS
Plexus MA420FS is a two-part methacrylate adhesive that excels in fast and durable bonding of thermoplastics, metals, and composites, specifically designed for transportation industry applications. Available in blue, non-sagging gel form, it combines a quick fixture time with excellent fatigue endurance and impact resistance, packaged in cartridges or bulk pails and drums for versatile use.
Plexus MA422
MA422 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Combined at a 10:1 ratio, MA422 has a working time of 17 to 24 minutes and achieves approximately 75% of ultimate strength in 35 to 40 minutes at 74°F (23°C).
Plexus MA425
MA425 is expertly crafted for the structural bonding of composite materials, thermoplastics, and metals. It is increasingly favored in the transportation and marine sectors for its composite bonding capabilities, primarily due to the minimal surface preparation required.
Plexus MA530
Two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. This product has been designed for use on large structures where a moderate open time product is needed. Plexus MA530 may be used for composite and metal bonding for small to large structures.
Plexus MA560
Two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Designed for use on large structures where a very long open time product is needed. Plexus MA560-1 is commonly used for bonding stringers and liners into large fiberglass boats with bond lines up to 1.00 in. (25 mm) thick.
Plexus MA550
Plexus MA550 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. Combined at a 10:1 ratio, MA550 has a working time of 40 to 50 minutes and achieves approximately 75 percent of its ultimate strength in 70 to 75 minutes at 74˚F (23˚C). Plexus MA550 is the standard for secondary bonding applications in the marine industry because it requires virtually no surface preparation.
Plexus MA590
Two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies. MA590 has a working time of 90 to 105 minutes and achieves approximately 500 and 1000 psi in 5 and 6.5 hours, respectively, at 74°F (23°C).
Plexus MA685
MA685 is a high-performance adhesive known for its exceptional strength and versatility. This product is uniquely formulated to offer robust bonding capabilities across a diverse range of materials. With a mix ratio of 10:1, MA685 ensures a reliable working time of approximately 10 minutes, making it ideal for quick and efficient applications. It's designed to withstand extreme conditions, offering superior resistance to vibration, shock, and high temperatures.
Plexus MA830
MA830 is a two-component methacrylate adhesive tailored for the structural bonding of metals, which requires no primers. It also excels in adhering thermoplastic and composite assemblies, often eliminating the need for surface preparation.
Plexus MA832
Plexus MA832 is an advanced methacrylate adhesive for primer-free structural bonding of metals, thermoplastics, and composites, simplifying the assembly process with minimal prep. Available in grey, this non-sagging gel adhesive sets quickly and offers exceptional durability, packaged in cartridges or bulk for versatile industrial use.
Plexus MA920
Plexus MA920 is a low-odor, high-strength methacrylate adhesive ideal for bonding a wide range of materials including metals, thermoplastics, and composites. This quick-setting formula ensures 75% strength within minutes and is supplied in a non-sagging gel in various packaging options for efficient application.
Plexus MA1020
Plexus MA1020 is a low-odor, two-part methacrylate adhesive offering minimal cure shrinkage and rapid strength gain, perfect for bonding thermoplastics, metals, and composites. Designed for quick application and robust durability, it comes in non-sagging gel form in cartridges, pails, or drums.
Plexus MA1025
Plexus MA1025 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive that offers minimal odor and low cure shrinkage, tailored for bonding in the marine industry. This adhesive sets quickly, provides superior strength and toughness, and is available in easy-to-use formats including cartridges and bulk containers.
Plexus MA2015
Plexus MA2015 is a high-performance, two-part methacrylate adhesive known for its UV resistance and minimal yellowing, ideal for bonding diverse materials in marine and transportation industries. This rapid-curing adhesive fills gaps effectively, requires no prior surface preparation, and comes in convenient 490-ml cartridges.
Plexus MA2030
Plexus MA2030 White is a two-part methacrylate adhesive known for its UV resistance and ability to prevent yellowing, making it ideal for structural bonding in marine and transportation applications. It quickly cures to fill gaps efficiently, requires no surface prep, and is available in convenient 490-ml cartridges.
Plexus MA2045
Plexus MA2045 is a high-performance methacrylate adhesive designed for the structural bonding of various materials and to prevent sag on vertical surfaces. It sets in stages, achieving 500 psi in 100 minutes and 1000 psi in 130 minutes, available in cartridges, pails, or drums for versatile application needs.
Plexus MA2045 White
Plexus MA2045 White is a two-part methacrylate adhesive known for its UV resistance and minimal yellowing, ideal for structural bonding in marine and transportation industries. This rapid-curing adhesive fills gaps efficiently, requires no surface prep, and is available in convenient 490-ml cartridges.
Plexus MA2230
Plexus MA2230 is a robust methacrylate adhesive that bonds thermoplastics, metals, and composites with superior strength, ideal for the marine and transportation industries. It fills gaps efficiently, offers excellent impact resistance and toughness, and is available in handy 490-ml cartridges or bulk containers.
Plexus MA2245
Plexus MA2245 is a powerful methacrylate adhesive that excels in bonding thermoplastics, metals, and composites, ideal for use in marine and transportation fields. This non-sagging gel is formulated to fill gaps efficiently, ensuring strong, durable bonds in a choice of blue or black, available in cartridges or bulk containers.
Plexus MA3940
Plexus MA3940 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive that sets quickly, designed for bonding thermoplastics, metals, and composites that are sensitive to crazing. This robust adhesive offers rapid strength gain, excellent durability, and is available in user-friendly cartridges and bulk containers.
Plexus MA8105
MA8105 represents the pinnacle of next-generation MMA adhesive technology. Embedded with 0.012” (0.3mm) glass beads, MA8105 ensures uniform bondline maintenance, even during high-pressure clamping. Formulated for the industrial and transportation manufacturing sectors, MA8105 promises structural bonding across an array of metals, plastics, and composite assemblies. Notably, its capacity for primerless adhesion encompasses metals like galvanized steel, coatings, various plastics, including polyamides, and composites.
Plexus MA8110
Plexus MA8110 is a two-component methacrylate adhesive optimized for the structural bonding of galvanized metal assemblies. With a simple 1:1 mix ratio, this fast-curing system is ideally suited for bonding galvanized coated metals, especially Hot Dipped G90 and G60.
Plexus MA8120
Plexus MA8210 is a high-strength, two-part methacrylate adhesive that offers efficient bonding for metals, plastics, and composites with minimal preparation required. It features a 1:1 mix ratio and is renowned for its durability and resistance to fatigue, making it a top choice for industrial bonding applications.
Plexus MA205HV
Plexus MA205HV is a high performance, non-conductive two-part methacrylate adhesive. It’s specially made for structural bonding of a wide range of electronic assemblies. MA205HV is a go-to adhesive for bonding metals, engineered thermoplastics, and composite assemblies—no primers needed and minimal surface preparation required. It’s known for its high strength, excellent fatigue endurance, outstanding impact resistance, and unmatched toughness.
Plexus H4110
Plexus H4110 is a two-part epoxy hybrid adhesive that forms elastic bonds with a range of substrates, including composites, thermoplastics, metal, wood, concrete, and cement. It is a non-sag epoxy with low exotherm and low odor.
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