Scotch-Weld™
Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Technical Data Sheet
Product Description
May 2019
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives are high performance, two-part acrylic
adhesives that offer excellent shear, peel, and impact performance. These
toughened products provide improved adhesion to many plastics and metals,
including those with slightly oily surfaces. These durable products feature a fast
rate of strength build, providing structural strength in minutes.
Review UL File QOQW2. MH17478 and Sign Components Manual (SAM) File
E464624 for certification of these adhesive systems in electrical equipment.
DP8410NS Green has been tested for surface flammability, smoke, toxic gas
generation, and caloric content per ASTM E162, ASTM E662, ASTM E1354,
Bombardier SMP 800-C, and Boeing BSS 7239 test methods. DP8405NS
Green and DP8425NS Green should yield similar results.
Product Features
• Toughened
• Excellent shear strength
• Outstanding peel and impact
strength
• 10:1 mix ratio
• Variety of open times available
• Increased cure speed with applied heat
• Contain glass beads (0.010" diameter) to
control bond line thickness
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all properties measured at 72°F (22°C).
Typical Uncured
Physical Properties
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical
only and should not be used for specification purposes.
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
Base (B)
Brown
Color
Accelerator (A)
Blue
1
Base (B)
65,000 cP
65,000 cP
90,000 cP
Viscosity
Accelerator (A)
30,000 cP
30,000 cP
30,000 cP
3
2
Base (B)
1.02 g/cm
Density
3
Accelerator (A)
1.07 g/cm
By volume
10 Parts B : 1 Part A
Mix ratio
By weight
9.5 Parts B : 1 Part A
Note: Cure times are approximate and depend on adhesive temperature.
Property
Work life
3
4
Open time
5
Time to handling strength
6
Time to structural strength
4–6 minutes
10–12 minutes
22–24 minutes
2–4 minutes
14–16 minutes
18–20 minutes
7–9 minutes
26–30 minutes
34–38 minutes
20–22 minutes
42–46 minutes
50–56 minutes
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
1. Viscosity measured using cone-and-plate viscometer; reported viscosity at 3.8 sec-1 shear rate.
2. Density measured using pycnometer.
3. Maximum time that adhesive can remain in a static mixing nozzle and still be expelled without undue force on the applicator.
4. Maximum time allowed after applying a small amount of adhesive to one substrate before bond must be closed and fixed in place.
5. Minimum time required to achieve 50 psi of overlap shear strength.
6. Minimum time required to achieve 1,000 psi of overlap shear strength.
Typical Mixed
Physical Properties
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical
only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Property
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
Color
Green
Full cure time
24 hours
Viscosity
60,000 cP
60,000 cP
Density
Typical Cured
Physical Properties
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
85,000 cP
1.03 g/cm
3
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only
and should not be used for specification purposes.
Overlap Shear (psi)7
Substrate
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
Aluminum
4,400 CF
3,900 CF
3,800 CF
Stainless steel
3,700 CF
3,500 CF
3,400 CF
PVC
1,800 SF
1,700 SF
1,600 SF
ABS
1,100 SF
1,100 SF
1,100 SF
Acrylic
1,300 SF
1,300 SF
1,500 SF
Polycarbonate
1,200 SF
1,300 SF
1,200 SF
Polystyrene
500 AF
550 AF
550 SF
Polyester (fiber-reinforced)
750 AF
1,000 SF
880 AF
Epoxy resin (fiber-reinforced)
4,300 CF
4,200 CF
3,300 CF
Aluminum (tested at -40°F)
2,600 CF
3,600 CF
3,800 CF
Aluminum (tested at 180°F)
1,300 CF
1,250 CF
1,450 CF
7. Overlap shear values measured using ASTM D1002; 1 min open time; adhesive allowed to cure for 24 hours at room temperature; 1/2"
overlap; 0.010" bond line thickness; samples pulled at 0.1 in/min for metals and 2 in/min for plastics; all surfaces prepared with light
abrasion and solvent clean; substrates used were 1/16" thick metals and 1/8" thick plastics; failure modes:
AF: adhesive failure
CF: cohesive failure
SF: substrate failure
Note: Environmental aging tests have shown that these adhesives may accelerate the corrosion of
certain bare metals (such as cold rolled steel, copper, brass, and bronze), leading to low bond strength
values and early bond failure. These adhesives also have relatively low adhesion to low surface energy
plastics (such as polypropylene, polyethylene, TPO, and PTFE). Applications involving any of these
materials should be carefully evaluated by the end user for suitability.
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Typical Cured
Physical Properties
(continued)
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical only
and should not be used for specification purposes.
Mechanical Properties8
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
Property
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
Tensile modulus (psi)
195,000
190,000
Not tested
Tensile strength (psi)
2,800
2,250
Not tested
Tensile strain at break (%)
9.5
6.0
Not tested
8. Tensile properties measured using ASTM D638; adhesives allowed to cure for 2 weeks at room temperature; 1/8" thick Type I test
specimens; samples pulled at 0.2 in/min.
Environmental Resistance9
Condition
Substrate
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
300°F (149°C)
100%
100%
100%
-40°F (-40°C)
100%
95%
100%
120°F (49°C) +
80% relative humidity
85%
85%
85%
150°F (66°C) +
80% relative humidity
65%
60%
60%
185°F (85°C) +
85% relative humidity
35%
40%
45%
Water
80%
90%
95%
90°F (32°C) Water
75%
85%
85%
45%
50%
50%
Salt water
(5 wt% in water)
90%
95%
85%
Gasoline
80%
75%
55%
Diesel fuel
100%
100%
100%
Motor oil
100%
100%
100%
Antifreeze
(50 wt% in water)
100%
100%
100%
Isopropyl alcohol
90%
90%
85%
Bleach
(10 wt% in water)
80%
95%
90%
120°F (49°C) Water
Aluminum
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Typical Cured
Physical Properties
(continued)
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or typical
only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Condition
Substrate
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
-40°F (-40°C)
100%
100%
100%
120°F (49°C) +
80% relative humidity
100%
95%
95%
150°F (66°C) +
80% relative humidity
100%
100%
95%
100%
100%
100%
Water
100%
100%
100%
Salt water
(5 wt% in water)
100%
100%
95%
Hydrochloric acid
(16 wt% in water)
100%
95%
95%
Sodium hydroxide
(10 wt% in water)
100%
95%
90%
185°F (85°C) +
85% relative humidity
PVC
9. Values indicate overlap shear test performance retained after 1,000 hours of continuous exposure relative to a control sample left
at room temperature; samples conditioned for 24 hours at room temperature and 50% relative humidity prior to tests.
Note: Fully-cured structural adhesives can withstand short-term incidental contact with almost any
solvent, chemical, or environmental condition. However, long-term continuous exposure of these
Acrylic Adhesives to the following liquids should be avoided:
1. Elevated temperature (>100°F) water
2. Ketone-type solvents (acetone, MEK)
Floating Roller Peel (lb/inch width)10
Substrate
Aluminum
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesive
DP8405NS Green
DP8410NS Green
DP8425NS Green
55 CF
60 CF
50 CF
10. Floating roller peel values measured using ASTM D3167; adhesives allowed to cure for 24 hours at room temperature; 1" wide samples;
0.017" bond line thickness; samples pulled at 6 in/min; aluminum surfaces etched; substrates used were 1/16" thick and 0.020" thick
aluminum; failure modes:
AF: adhesive failure
CF: cohesive failure
SF: substrate failure
Note: The data in this sheet were generated using the 3M™ EPX Applicator System equipped with an
EPX static mixer, according to manufacturer’s directions. Thorough hand-mixing will afford
comparable results.
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Directions for Use
1. To obtain the highest strength structural bonds, paint, oxide films, oils, dust, mold
release agents, and all other surface contaminants must be completely removed.
The amount of surface preparation depends on the required bond strength and
environmental aging resistance desired by user. For suggested surface
preparations on common substrates, see the section on surface preparation.
2. Mixing For Duo-Pak Cartridges
Store cartridges with cap end up to allow any air bubbles to rise towards the
tip. To use, simply insert the cartridge into the EPX applicator and start the
plunger into the cylinders using light pressure on the trigger. Then remove
the cap and expel a small amount of adhesive to ensure material flows freely
from both sides of cartridge. For automatic mixing, attach an EPX mixing
nozzle to the cartridge and begin dispensing the adhesive. For hand mixing,
expel the desired amount of adhesive and mix thoroughly. Mix approximately
15 seconds after obtaining a uniform color.
Mixing For Bulk Containers
Mix thoroughly by weight or volume in the proportion specified on the
product label or in the typical uncured properties section. Mix approximately
15 seconds after obtaining a uniform color.
3. Apply adhesive and join surfaces within the open time listed for the specific
product. Larger quantities and/or higher temperatures will reduce this
working time.
4. The adhesive and all materials should be at 60°F (16°C) or above prior to
assembly. Allow adhesive to cure at 60°F (16°C) or above until completely
firm. Applying heat up to 150°F (66°C) will increase cure speed.
5. Keep parts from moving during cure. Apply contact pressure or fixture in
place if necessary. Optimum bond line thickness ranges from 0.005 to 0.020
inch; shear strength will be maximized with thinner bond lines, while peel
strength reaches a maximum with thicker bond lines.
6. Excess uncured adhesive can be cleaned up with ketone-type solvents.*
*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights, and follow the
manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Surface Preparation
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives are designed to be used on painted or
coated metals, most plastics, and some bare metals. The following cleaning
methods are suggested for common surfaces:
Painted/coated metals:
1. Wipe surface free of dust and dirt with clean cloth and pure
isopropyl alcohol.*
2. Sandblast or lightly abrade using clean fine grit abrasives. Do not completely
remove the paint layer or coating down to bare steel.
3. Wipe again with clean cloth and pure isopropyl alcohol to remove
loose particles.*
Aluminum/stainless steel:
1. Wipe surface free of dust and dirt with clean cloth and pure acetone.*
2. Sandblast or lightly abrade using clean fine grit abrasives.
3. Wipe again with clean cloth and pure acetone to remove loose particles.*
Plastics:
1. Wipe surface free of dust and dirt with clean cloth and pure
isopropyl alcohol.*
2. Lightly abrade using fine grit abrasives.
3. Wipe again with clean cloth and pure isopropyl alcohol to remove
loose particles.*
*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights, and follow the
manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.
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3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Acrylic Adhesives
DP8405NS Green • DP8410NS Green • DP8425NS Green
Storage
Store product at 80°F (27°C) or below. Refrigeration at 40°F (4°C) will help
extend shelf life. Do not freeze. Allow product to reach room temperature
prior to use.
Shelf Life
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ DP8405NS, DP8410NS, and DP8425NS Acrylic
Adhesives in Duo-Pak cartridges and 1 and 5 gallon pails have a shelf life of 24
months from date of manufacture in unopened original containers kept at
recommended storage conditions. 55 gallon drums have a shelf life of 12
months from date of manufacture in unopened original containers kept at
recommended storage conditions.
Precautionary Information
Refer to Product Label and Material Safety Data Sheet for health and safety information before
using this product. For additional health and safety information, call 1-800-364-3577 or
(651) 737-6501.
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