CBPS-244 CBPS-244

PROCESS SPECIFICATION PROCESS SPECIFICATION

CLICK BOND, INC. 2151 LOCKHEED WAY, CARSON CITY, NV, USA 89706-0713
PHONE: 775-885-8000 CAGE CODE: 66530 FAX: 775-883-0191

ADHESIVE BONDING CLICK BOND, INC. FASTENERS TO STEEL,

ALUMINUM, CRES, AND COMPOSITE SUBSTRATES USING CB200
AND CB420 ACRYLIC ADHESIVES.

1.0 Scope

This document establishes design guidelines and installation procedures for installing Click
Bond adhesively bonded fasteners to steel, aluminum, corrosion resistant steel (CRES) and
composite substrates using CB200 and CB420 acrylic adhesives.

2.0 Bonding process flow

Step 1. Assemble Materials (Section 5.1)

Step 2. Verify Conditions (Section 5.3)
Step 3. Solvent Wipe Fastener Base (Section 7.0)
Step 4. Solvent Clean and Abrade Substrate (Section 6.0)
Step 5. Prepare Adhesive (Section 8.0)
Step 6. Apply Adhesive and Install Fastener (Section 9.0)

The adhesive fastener bonding process flow is shown in figure 4 (external fixture) , figure 5
and figure 6 (internal fixture). All personnel bonding fasteners must be trained to follow each
installation procedure in detail. Bonding surfaces MUST BE CLEAN and OXIDES, SCALE,
RUST, and MOLD RELEASE MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE BONDING TAKES PLACE.

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3.0 Recommended Design Loads
The surface area of the Click Bond fastener base (bond surface), substrate material, its thickness
and the adhesive selection are the defining factors which govern load carrying capacity. The
design and application of Click Bond fasteners should consider the maximum applied loads and
the number of fasteners and placement of those fasteners to support those applied loads. Table
1 lists the Design Service Loads based on applying the recommended adhesives and following
the service restrictions.

Table 1: Design Service Load Limits for Click Bond Fasteners.

Base Dimensions Tension Shear Moment Load
Fastener Material
In (mm) Lbs (Kg) Lbs (Kg) In-lbs (N-m)
CS125, CN125 & CS450 1.25 (31.8) Dia Base 316SS Base 75 (34.0) 150 (68.0) 25 (2.82)
CS200 and CN200 2.00 (50.8) Dia Base 316SS Base 200* (90) 450 (204.0) 50 (5.9)
CB3019/CM319 1.25 (31.8) Dia Base PEI Saddle 30 (13.6) 25 (11.3) NA
CB9120/CM920 0.75 (19.1) x 1.13 (28.7) Base PEI 50 (34.0) 75 (34.0) NA
CB9151/CM951 0.75 (19.1) x 1.13 (28.7) Base PEI 50 (34.0) 75 (34.0) NA
CB9205/CM905 3.25 (82.5)X 1 (25.4) Base PEI 125 (56.7) 125 (56.7) NA
CB9522/CB922 2.63 (66.7) Dia Base 316SS Stud & Base 500* (226.8) 900 (408.2) NA
CS120 1.20 (30.5) Dia Base 300 Series SS 25 (11.3) 25 (11.3) NA
CB9788/CM988 2.63 (67) Dia Base 316SS Base 400* (181.4) NA NA
CS915 2.38 (60.5) Dia Base 316 SS Base 200* (90) 450 (204.0) 50 (5.9)
CB9789/CM989 2.00 (50.8) Dia Base 316SS 400* (181.4) 550 (249.5) NA
CB4595 / CM459 1A 1.18 (30) x 1.46 (37) Base 316SS Base 60 (27.2) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 2 1.18 (30) x 1.65 (42) Base 316SS Base 60 (27.2) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 3 1.18 (30) x 1.97 (50) Base 316SS Base 60 (27.2) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 4 1.18 (30) x 2.32 (59) Base 316SS Base 70 (31.8) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 5 1.18 (30) x 2.90 (71) Base 316SS Base 80 (36.3) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 6 1.18 (30) x 3.39 (86) Base 316SS Base 100 (45.4) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 7 1.18 (30) x 4.76 (121) Base 316SS Base 100 (45.4) 40 (18.1) NA
CB4595 / CM459 8 1.18 (30) x 5.79 (147) Base 316SS Base 100 (45.4) 40 (18.1) NA
*Fire Safety 100 Lbs (45 kg) Tension Limitation for Bulkhead Fastener with 2” Base

FIGURE 1. DESIGN LOAD DIAGRAM FOR CS125 & CN125

CS125 Tension 75 lbs (34.0 Kg) CN125 Tension 75 lbs (34.0 Kg)
Stud Standoff

Moment Load 25 Moment Load 25

in-lbs (2.82 N-m) in-lbs (2.82 N-m)
2.00 in (5.08 cm) 2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Maximum Maximum
Load Offset Load Offset
Bondline Bondline
Shear
Shear
150 lbs (68.0 Kg)
150 lbs (68.0 Kg)

Substrate (Steel, Aluminum, Glass/Epoxy,

Carbon/Epoxy)

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4.0 Application and Service Restrictions
4.0.1 Continuous Service Temperarture -40°F to 250°F (-40°C to 120°C), Application Temperature
32°F to 105°F (0°C to 40°C). (For applications at temperatures above or below recommended
range contact Click Bond).
4.0.2 Structural thickness 1/8” (3 mm) or greater to achieve design loads. Consult the factory
for applications where the substrate is less than 1/8”(3 mm).

4.0.3 Loads greater than 100 Lbs. (45 kg) shall be restricted to a height no greater than 6 feet for
bulkhead appplications. For overhead wire, cable and pipe runs that exceed 25 lb (10 kg) per
fastener, every 4th fastener in the span shall be a hard mount. (A fire safety restriction)

5.0 REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Materials
5.1.1 Adhesives (Refer to Adhesive MSDS/SDS)
5.1.1.1 Pre-proportioned Adhesive Dispenser Kit Click Bond, Inc.
Click Bond CB200-40 Kit contains:
1 ea. 40-ml Dual Pack Cartridge (Accelerator and Adhesive)

5.1.1.2 Pre-proportioned Adhesive Dispenser Kit Click Bond, Inc.

Click Bond CB420-50(E) Kit contains:
1 ea. 35-ml Dual Pack Cartridge (Accelerator and Adhesive)

5.1.2 Cleaning Solvent (Refer to solvent MSDS/SDS)

5.1.2.1 CB911 Solvent Wipe Click Bond, Inc.
5.1.2.2 Acetone, ASTM D 329 General Specification commercial
5.1.3 Gloves
5.1.3.1 Rubber nitrile commercial
5.1.4 Miscellaneous (Abrasion/Material Requirements and Options)
5.1.4.1 Aluminum Oxide abrasive paper (100 – 180 grit) commercial
5.1.4.2 DHP120 (120 Grit Diamond Hand Pad) C.R. Laurence Co./3M
5.1.4.3 Right Angle Grinder commercial
5.1.4.4 Grinding Disc A24R commercial
5.1.4.5 Fiber Disc 36 Grit commercial
5.1.4.6 Clean, dry, lint free cloth commercial
5.2 Equipment
5.2.1 Manual Dispensing Tool, CB100-81 Click Bond, Inc.
5.2.2 Static Mixer Dispensing Tip, CB106 Click Bond, Inc.
5.2.3 Axial Tensile Tester, CB609 (1-1/4” diameter base fasteners) Click Bond, Inc.
5.2.4 Axial Tensile Tester, CB634 (2” or larger diameter base fasteners) Click Bond, Inc.

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5.3 Verify Conditions

5.3.1 Safety - Follow all site safety requirements for working with solvents, adhesives, and
power tools (if used). Follow all safety procedures for handling
Flammable Solvents safely especially when HOT WORK is occurring in the near vicinity.

5.3.2 Environmental - Adhesive and surface bonding temperatures must be between

32°F to 105°F (0°C to 40°C). Bonding surfaces must be dry; if in doubt and for surface
sweating, follow paint requirements: bonding surface must be 5°F (2°C) above dew point.

5.3.3 Atmosphere - The bonding surfaces must be CLEAN. If dust, particulates, spills, etc.
contaminate the bonding surfaces after they have been cleaned, they must be re-cleaned
before bonding. If clean surfaces cannot be maintained, postpone bonding until conditions
are suitable.

6.0 Surface Preparation (Ref. Figure 2.)

6.1.1 General – All surfaces to be bonded shall be clean and free of oil, dirt, and other foreign
materials.
6.1.2 Abrading – Remove all oxides (metallic surfaces should be bright), for Composites remove all
mold release and scuff/abrade the surface. Caution: Do not abrade into the Composite fiber
matrix.
6.1.3 Substrate Material Preparation
6.1.4 Steel
6.1.4.1.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
Use a grinder (A24R grinding disc) to remove all surface coatings and oxides to expose
bare metal. Acceptable surface condition shall be bright metal appearance, SP-11.

6.1.4.1.2 Solvent wipe abraded area with a CB911 wipe or solvent saturated cloth, using single
stroke motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry
wipe with a clean cloth.
6.1.4.2 Primed/Painted Steel-Light Loads, 2 lb (1 kg), or less
(This alternate method may be used when testing has confirmed that the primer adhesion
exhibits adequate strength to carry the loads supported by the installed fastener.)
6.1.4.2.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
6.1.4.2.2 Lightly abrade the primed/painted surface with 120-180 grit Aluminum oxide to thin out,
and remove, the gloss without removing the primer/paint.
6.1.4.2.3 Solvent wipe abraded area with a CB911 wipe or solvent saturated cloth, using single
stroke motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry
wipe with a clean cloth.
6.1.4.2.4 Primed/Painted Steel- Loads greater than 2 lb. (1 kg)
6.1.4.2.5 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
6.1.4.2.6 Use a grinder (36 Grit Fiber disc) to remove all surface coatings and oxides to bare metal.
Acceptable surface condition shall be bright metal appearance, SP-11.
6.1.4.2.7 Solvent wipe abraded area with a CB911 wipe or solvent saturated cloth using single stroke
motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry wipe
with a clean cloth.

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6.1.4.3 Bare Aluminum
6.1.4.3.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
6.1.4.3.2 Remove the oxide surface layer and any surface treatments or coatings, such as Alodine,
by abrading with 120 grit aluminum oxide.
6.1.4.3.3 Solvent wipe abraded area with CB911 wipe solvent saturated cloth, using single stroke
motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry wipe
with a clean cloth.
6.1.4.4 Primed Aluminum Light loads 2 lb (1 kg). or less
(This alternate method may be used only when testing has confirmed that the primer
adhesion exhibits adequate strength to carry the loads to be supported by the installed
fastener.)
6.1.4.4.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
6.1.4.4.2 Lightly abrade primed surfaces with 120-180 grit Aluminum oxide to thin out, but not
remove, the primer.
6.1.4.4.3 Solvent wipe abraded area with CB911 Wipe solvent saturated cloth, using single stroke
motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry wipe
with a clean cloth.
6.1.4.5 Primed Aluminum – Loads greater than 2 lb (1 kg).
6.1.4.5.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove surface contaminants.
6.1.4.5.2 Remove all surface coatings and oxides to expose bare metal with grinder (36 Grit Fiber
Disc). The acceptable surface condition is a bright metal appearance, SP-11.

6.1.4.5.3 Solvent wipe with a CB911 wipe solvent saturated cloth using a single stroke motion while
rolling wipe away from surface to remove abraded material. Rotate wipe or after each
stroke to ensure a clean wipe surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry wipe with a
clean cloth.
6.1.4.6 Composite Material
6.1.4.6.1 Solvent wipe substrate to remove any surface contaminants.
6.1.4.6.2 Abrade bare fiberglass/epoxy or carbon/epoxy laminates or other composites with 120-180
grit aluminum oxide abrasive paper to remove surface gloss and mold release from surface
resin. Do not abrade into the glass fiber or carbon fiber matrix.
6.1.4.6.3 Solvent wipe abraded area with a CB911 wipe or solvent saturated cloth, using single
stroke motion while rolling wipe away from surface. Immediately after solvent wiping, dry
wipe with a clean cloth.

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FIGURE 2. SURFACE PREPARATION PROCEDURE

1. WIPE 2. ABRADE 3. WIPE

7.0 Fastener Surface Preparation

7.0.1 Prepare only those fasteners that will be bonded at this time.
7.0.2 Wipe the base of the fastener using a CB911 wipe or a solvent saturated clean wipe cloth.
7.0.3 Prevent fastener contamination by placing the fastener in a clean location until use.

8.0 Adhesive Mixing

8.0.1 Pre-proportioned Adhesive Dispenser Kit
8.0.1.1 Insert the CB81 slide into the receiving end of the CB100 Manual Powered Dispenser
as shown in Figure 3.
8.0.1.2 Remove back plate on cartridge and place the adhesive cartridge into the retaining slot
of the tool and lock the cartridge in place with the retainer.
8.0.1.3 Remove the endcap on the adhesive cartridge by turning the endcap counterclockwise.
Retain endcap for later use.
8.0.1.4 Actuate the tool to dispense a small amount of adhesive into the plastic packaging bag.
Ensure that both components are flowing from the cartridge. Visually inspect the
condition of the adhesive materials by examining through the plastic bag and kneading
the adhesive bag wall with your fingers. Both components should have an even
consistency and be free of striations and lumps.
8.0.1.5 Attach the static mixer dispensing tip to the end of the cartridge and secure the mixing
tip by turning clockwise.
8.0.1.6 Insert the end of the mixing tip into the plastic bag and actuate the tool until
approximately one gram of adhesive flows from the mixing tip.
8.0.1.7 Apply adhesive to the attachment part by dispensing from the mixing tip. The applicator
ejects the proper component ratio from the cartridge and the tip mixes the adhesive as
it is dispensed.
8.0.1.8 To keep the adhesive from curing in the mixing tip, plan your work to ensure that at least
one gram (approximately 2 inches (51 mm)) of adhesive is continually dispensed within
a 3 minute time period. If necessary, dispense waste adhesive into the plastic bag for
disposal. If adhesive cures in tip, replace mixing tip. Warning: Do not cut/shorten
mixing tip to regain flow.
8.0.1.9 At the end of use, remove the dispensing tip on the cartridge. Wipe the residual
adhesive from the end of the cartridge and replace the endcap to preserve the unmixed
adhesive for later use with another dispensing tip. When ready to reuse the cartridge,
remove the endcap, and repeat all steps of Section 8.0. Squeeze out a small portion of

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 adhesive into a plastic bag to ensure the flow of both components. Attach a new mixing
tip and proceed as in (8.0.1.5). Place the used dispensing tip in the plastic bag with the
waste adhesive for disposal. Also any unmixed adhesive components in the bag may
be mixed by kneading the bag. This will result in the eventual cure of the material and
allow for disposal as a solid waste.

FIGURE 3. ADHESIVE DISPENSING TOOLS

CB81 CB106

CB200-40

CB100

CB420-50

9.0 Adhesive Application

9.0.1 Externally Fixtured Fasteners
9.0.1.1 Figure 4 indicates the sequential steps required to attach the Click Bond Pressure
Application Fixture (PAF) to the substrate and to activate the fixture to put bonding
pressure on the fastener baseplate.

TABLE 2. BASEPLATE DIAMETER vs. ADHESIVE SPOT DIAMETER (INCHES)

BASEPLATE DIAMETER ADHESIVE SPOT DIAMETER
In (mm) In (mm)
1.25 (31.7) 0.62 (15.7)
2.00 (50.8) 1.00 (25.4)

9.0.1.2 Solvent wipe the fastener base. Remove the peel ply from foam tape pads and discard.
9.0.1.3 Apply a bead of adhesive to the center of the fastener baseplate. The quantity of adhesive
applied should be sufficient to provide a squeeze-out of a small excess of adhesive
completely around the edge of the baseplate. (Table 2 is offered for reference.)
9.0.1.4 Locate the fixture on the substrate using a template or by aligning the index marks on the
fixture with the fastener location centerlines. Press down on the outer body of the fixture
to adhere the foam tape to the surface.

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9.0.1.5 Press down lightly on the inner body of the fixture until it actuates. Caution: Do not press
on the protruding fastener. Note: The clamping pressure of the fixture promotes an optimal
bond line during the adhesive squeeze out, and holds the fastener in place with positive
pressure during the adhesive cure.
9.0.1.6 After the adhesive has cured, remove the fixture by grasping with hand or pliers and
pulling it off of the substrate. Discard the fixture.

FIGURE 4. PROCEDURE FOR ATTACHMENT OF EXTERNALLY FIXTURED CLICK

BOND FASTENER

APPLY ADHESIVE TO LOCATE FIXTURE ON REMOVE FIXTURE WITH

BONDING SRFACE. SUBSTRATE AND PRESS PLIERS ONCE ADHESIVE
ON INNER BOX TO HAS CURED.
ACUATE FIXTURE AND
INSTALL PART.

9.0.2 Internally Fixtured Fasteners

9.0.2.1 Figure 5 and Figure 6 show the sequential steps required to attach the fasteners supplied
with internal fixture(s) that maintain pressure on the fastener baseplate while the adhesive
cures.
9.0.2.2 Solvent wipe the fastener base.
9.0.2.3 Remove the peel ply from the centrally located tape disk or fixture tape and discard.
9.0.2.4 Apply a bead of adhesive to the outer ring of the baseplate. The quantity of adhesive
applied should be sufficient to fully cover the baseplate. Caution: Do not apply adhesive
on fixture tape or so close to the fixture so that when attaching the fixture the adhesive is
spread over it before it attaches to the substrate.
9.0.2.5 Locate the fastener on the substrate using a template or by centering the baseplate on
cross marks placed on substrate. Press down on the threaded portion of the fastener to
actuate the internally located fixture. Note: The action of the fixture squeezes out the
adhesive and holds the fastener in place with positive pressure during the adhesive cure.
9.0.2.6 Verify adhesive coverage by observing a visible adhesive ring around the entire perimeter
of fastener base.
9.0.2.7 Let cure. Caution: Do not disturb part until adhesive is cured.

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 FIGURE 5. PROCEDURE FOR ATTACHMENT OF LARGE INTERNALLY FIXTURED
CLICK BOND FASTENER

SOLVENT WIPE REMOVE FIXTURE APPLY ADHESIVE TO

BONDING TAPE BONDING SURFACE
SURFACE

PRESS DOWN TO
INSTALL STUD

FIGURE 6. PROCEDURE FOR ATTACHMENT OF STANDARD INTERNALLY FIXTURED

CLICK BOND FASTENER

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9.1 Adhesive Cure – The approximate cure time to achieve handling strength for CB200 or
CB420 at 75F (25º C) is 2 hours. Full cure requires 24 hours at this temperature. Since the
curing rate of the adhesive is sensitive to the ambient temperature at the application site, it
is recommended that the surrounding adhesive bead be checked for firmness (hard to the
touch) before removing the external fixture.

9.2 Surface Touch Up – After completion of the cure, all exposed surfaces where the finish was
removed may have that finish reapplied. Note: fastener/adhesive may be primed/painted.

9.3 In-Process Removal Procedure for Fasteners

9.3.1 Refer to CBPS-207 for the procedure to remove Click Bond fasteners.
9.3.2 If replacement of fastener is required after removing the fastener, remove remaining
adhesive, and apply a new fastener in accordance with this specification. .

10.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

10.1 Visual Examination
10.1.1 Visual examination of the adhesive components as they are dispensed from the pre-
proportioned adhesive kits shall indicate that the material has not gelled, become hard,
lumpy, or settled out. The consistency of the material shall be tested manually as described
in Section 8.01d to ensure that it is suitable for application.

10.1.2 All exposed edges of bonded parts shall show a continuous adhesive bead squeeze out
along the fastener base perimeter surface.
10.1.3 Excess adhesive squeezed out of the joint shall be tested with a fingernail for cure.
10.1.4 The adhesive shall feel tough and offer resistance to penetration and shall not be tacky.
11.0 Adhesive Bond Verification Test
11.0.1 Following adhesive cure, bond strength can be verified by conducting a proof load test.
11.0.2 For 1-1/4” diameter base fasteners, proof load test by using CB609 tool per instructions
shown on drawing.
11.0.3 For 2” or greater diameter base fasteners, proof load test by using CB634 tool per
instructions shown on drawing.

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