ARALDITE® AW 106 Resin

Hardener HV 953U
MULTI-PURPOSE EPOXY ADHESIVE

DESCRIPTION: Araldite AW 106 resin/Hardener HV 953U epoxy adhesive is a multi-purpose,

viscous material that is suitable for bonding a variety of materials including metal,
ceramic, and wood. The electrically insulating adhesive is easy to apply either
manually by spatula and stiff brush or mechanically with meter/mix and coating
equipment. Araldite AW 106 resin/Hardener HV 953U epoxy adhesive cures at
temperatures from 68ºF (20ºC) to 356ºF (180ºC) with no release of volatile
constituents.

APPLICATIONS: • Metal
• Ceramics
• Wood
• Vulcanized Rubber
• Foams
• Plastics

ADVANTAGES: • Long open time

• High shear and peel strength
• Easy to apply
• Good resistance to static and dynamic loads
• Electrically insulating
TYPICAL Test Values(1)
PROPERTIES: Property Test Method Resin Hardener
Color/appearance Visual Creamy, Amber Liquid
viscous/liquid
Specific Gravity ASTM D-792 1.17 0.92
Viscosity (cP) @ 77°F (25°C) ASTM D-2393 50,000 35,000

TYPICAL MIXED Property Test Method Test Values(1)

PROPERTIES: Reaction Ratio (by weight) 100R/80H
Reaction Ratio (by volume) 100R/100H

Pot Life, hours @ 77°F (25°C) ASTM D-2471 2

(4.fl. oz. mass)
Mixed viscosity (cP) @ 77°F ASTM D-2393 45,000
(25°C)
1
Tested @ 77°F (25°C)

RECOMMENDED Temperature Handling Strength Minimum Cure Time

CURE SCHEDULES: 68ºF (20ºC) 12 hours 15 hours
77ºF(25ºC) 7 hours 12 hours
104ºF (40ºC) 2 hours 3 hours
158ºF (70ºC) 30 minutes 50 minutes
212ºF (100ºC) 6 minutes 10 minutes
302ºF (150ºC) 4 minutes 5 minutes

TYPICAL CURED Application of Adhesive

PROPERTIES: The resin/hardener mix is applied with a spatula to the pretreated and dry
joint surfaces.

A layer of adhesive 0.002 to 0.004-inches (0.05 to 0.10-mm) thick will

normally impart the greatest lap shear strength to a joint.

The joint components should be assembled and clamped as soon as the

adhesive has been applied. Even contact throughout suffices to ensure
proper cure.

Standard Test Specimens

Unless otherwise stated, the figures given below were all determined by
testing standard specimens made up by lap-jointing 4-inch x 1-inch x 0.06-
inch (10-cm x 2.5-cm x 1.5-mm) strips of aluminum. The joint area was 0.5 x
1 inch (12.5 mm x 2.5 cm) in each case.
Property Test Method Test Values(1)
Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa) ASTM D-1002
Effects of cure time and temperature

Cure Temperature Time

77ºF (25ºC) 8 hours 710 (4.9)
15 hours 1990 (13.7)
24 hours 2130 (14.7)
72 hours 2280 (15.7)
5 days 2560 (17.6)

158ºF (70ºC) 1 hour 3130 (21.5)

2 hours 3410 (23.5)
3 hours 3200 (22)

212ºF (100ºC) 10 minutes 3700 (25.5)

20 minutes 3980 (27.4)
30 minutes 4120 (28.4)

302ºF (150ºC) 5 minutes 4270 (29.4)

10 minutes 4410 (30.4)
20 minutes 4410 (30.4)

Property Test Method

Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa) ASTM D-1002
Effect of Test Temperature
(Load applied 10 minutes after specimens reach test temperature.)

Cure Cycle Test Temp.

5 days @ 77ºF (25ºC) -76ºF (-60ºC) 2840 (19.5)
-4ºF (-20ºC) 2840 (19.5)
68ºF (20ºC) 2560 (17.6)
104ºF (40ºC) 1420 (9.8)
140ºF (60ºC) 570 (3.9)

20 min @ 212ºF (100ºC) -76ºF (-60ºC) 3560 (24.5)

-4ºF (-20ºC) 3410 (23.5)
68ºF (20ºC) 3980 (27.4)
104ºF (40ºC) 1990 (13.7)
140ºF (60ºC) 1000 (6.9)

1
Tested @ 77°F (25°C)
Property
Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa)
Effect of Immersion
(Cure cycle 16 hours @ 104ºF (40ºC). Immersion for 90 days in media listed.)

Media Test Values(1)

Standard - As prepared 2560 (17.6)
Acetone (30 days) 570 (3.9)
Acetylene 430 (2.9)
Gasoline 2410 (16.6)
Ethyl Acetate (30 days) 570 (3.9)
Acetic Acid 10% Degraded
Methanol Degraded
Lubricating Oil - HD30 2560 (17.6)
Kerosene Degraded
Trichloroethylene Degraded
Water @ 68°F (20°C) 1420 (9.8)
Water @ 194°F (90°C) 430 (2.9)

Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa)

Effect of Tropical Exposure
(104ºF/40ºC at 92% R.H.)

Cure Cycle Exposure Time Test Values (1)

16 hrs @ 104ºF (40ºC) 0 days 2560 (17.6)
10 days 2560 (17.6)
30 days 1710 (11.8)
60 days 1560 (10.7)
90 days 570 (3.9)

20 min @ 212ºF (100ºC) 0 days 3980 (27.4)

10 days 2560 (17.6)
30 days 1710 (11.8)
60 days 1560 (10.7)
90 days 1280 (8.8)

1
Tested @ 77°F (25°C)
 Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa) Test Method
Effect of Heat Aging ASTM D-1002
(Cured 16 hours @ 104ºF (40ºC).

Aging Temperature Exposure Time Test Values(1)

68ºF (20ºC) 0 days 2560 (17.6)
1 years 2560 (17.6)
2 years 2280 (15.7)
3 years 1710 (11.8)
4 years 1990 (13.7)
5 year 1990 (13.7)

140ºF (60ºC) 3 days 2560 (17.6)

10 days 2420 (16.6)
30 days 2130 (14.7)

176ºF (80ºC) 3 days 2130 (14.7)

10 days 2130 (14.7)
30 days 2130 (14.7)
60 days 2130 (14.7)
1 year 1280 (8.8)
2 years 710 (4.9)
3 years 710 (4.9)
4 years 430 (2.9)
5 years 280 (1.9)
248ºF (120ºC) 3 days 2130 (14.7)
10 days 2280 (15.7)
30 days 2280 (15.7)
60 days 2130 (14.7)

Property
Lap Shear Strength, psi (MPa)
Tested on Metal Substrates
(Cured 20 min @ 212ºF (100ºC)

Metal Substrate Thickness Test Values(1)

(in./mm)
Carbon Steel 0.039/1.0 3840 (26.4)
Stainless Steel 0.039/1.0 3270 (22.5)
Galvanized Steel2 0.06/1.5 1990 (13.7)
Copper 0.06/ 1.5 3270 (22.5)
Brass 0.06/ 1.5 2990 (20.6)

1
Tested @ 77°F (25°C)
2
Surface degreased only, not roughened.
 Property
Fatigue Strength
Tested using a load frequency of 90 Hz and a 1 inch (25 mm) joint overlap
(Cured 20 min @ 212ºF (100ºC)
Fatigue Limit Load
% Static Shear Strength Cycles to Failure(1)
50 103 -104
40 104 -105
30 105 -106
25 105 -106
20 106 -107
15 107

Property Test Method Test Values(1)

Ultimate Tensile Strength, psi (MPa) ASTM D-638 4800 (33)

Elongation, % ASTM D-638 9
Tg per DMA, °F (°C) ASTM D-4065 146 (63)
Hardness, Shore D ASTM D-2240 80
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM E-831 8.5 x 10-5
(in/in/°C)
Roller Peel Test, pli (N/mm) ISO 4578 28 (4.9)
1
Tested @ 77°F (25°C)

Electrical Properties

Thermal Conductivity, W/mK 0.22

Surface Resistivity, ohms 1.2 E+16
Dielectric Strength, volt/mil 400
Volume Resistivity, ohms-cm 7.1 E+14
Dielectric Constant, at 50Hz/1KHz/10KHz 3.4/3.2/3.2
Loss Tangent, % at 50Hz/1KHz/10KHz 1.7/1.8/2.6

STORAGE/ Araldite epoxy adhesive components should be stored in their original, sealed
SHELF LIFE: containers at room temperature. When stored at temperatures from 59-77°F
(15-25°C), the resin and hardener will remain in useable condition for 12 months
from date of shipping from Huntsman.
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thoroughly with soap and water. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Inhalation: Remove subject to fresh air.
Swallowing: Dilute by giving water to drink and contact a physician promptly. Never give anything to drink
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