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Structural Adhesive Film

AF 30 (5, 10 and 12 mil)

Introduction

3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Adhesive Film AF 30 is an unsupported, thermosetting

film adhesive developed for structural bonding of metals and high strength plastic

laminates (epoxy and phenolic). Some of the advantages of Scotch-Weld AF 30 are:

• High shear strength.

• High peel strength.

• Excellent flexibility and toughness.

• Can be pressure, heat or solvent tacked in position.

• Excellent retention of strength after aging in many environments.

• Excellent adhesion to most metals including aluminum, titanium, stainless steel,

cadmium, nickel, brass and others (Must use high pressure).

• Extremely low flow.

Technical Data

June, 2002

Description

5 mil

10 mil

12 mil

Form:

Flexible unsupported film, protected by suitable liner

Color:

Light Brown

Light Brown

Light Brown

.005" (.127 mm)

.010" (.254 mm)

.012" (.305 mm)

Weight: (lbs./sq. ft.)

.023-.035

.0500-.0630

.063-.075

Less than 6.0%

Less than 6.0%

Less than 6.0%

3% maximum

5% maximum

5% maximum

1. Nominal (cured).

2. 2-4 grams sample cured 1 hour @ 350°F (177°C).

3. 24 hours at 75°F (24°C) in a horizontal position.

Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative

or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.