Adhesives
Selection Guide
Adhesives and Sealants That Accommodate
a Wide Range of Applications, Materials, and
Environmental Conditions
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THERMOSETS
S1006
Raychem Two-Part Epoxy Adhesive
S1006 flexible high-viscosity, two-part epoxy is supplied
in a bi-pack to ensure correct mixing. S1006 consists of a
pale yellow epoxy resin and an amber hardener.
APPLICATION
S1006 is an excellent adhesive for many substrates including:
• Polyolefin tubing
• Heat shrink polyolefin molded parts
• Aluminum alloy adapters and connector end fittings
• Mild steel, brass and copper
• Raychem RNF-100 heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem Versafit heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem CRN heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem NT and NTFR heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem -3, -4, and -71 molded parts
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +135°C
PACKAGING
• S1006 Kit 1: 2 sachets, 15 g each
• S1006 Kit 2: 4 sachets, 7.5 g each
• S1006 Kit A: 10 sachets, 3 g each
(Kit A is Mil-Spec certified)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1006
Raychem RK-6612
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THERMOSETS
S1009
Raychem Two-Part Modified Epoxy Adhesive
S1009 adhesive is a two-part modified epoxy that
provides an environmental seal that is flexible,
watertight, low outgassing, and permanent in a variety of
applications, including space equipment and vehicles.
APPLICATION
The adhesive is specifically formulated for use with TE polyolefin
tubing, such as
• Raychem RNF-100 heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem RT-218 and RT-220 heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem Versafit heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem CRN heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem NT and NTFR heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem -3, -4, and -71 molded parts
S1009 adhesive also bonds well to PVC tubing.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +135°C
PACKAGING
• S1009 Kit A: 10 sachets, 3 g each
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1009
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S1125
Raychem Chemical and Heat-Resistant Adhesive
S1125 high performance adhesive has been developed
to match the superior chemical and heat resistance
properties of DR-25 heat-shrinkable tubing and -25
heat-shrinkable molded parts. The adhesive forms the
third member of the System 25 product trio and has
low outgassing.
APPLICATION
Although developed for Raychem System 25 cable harnessing
products range, S1125 is an excellent adhesive for many other
substrates including:
• Raychem RNF-100 heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem Versafit heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem CRN heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem Convolex and HCTE convoluted tubing
• Raychem -3, -4, -12 and -100 molded parts
• Raychem System 100 components
• Aluminum alloy adapters and connector fittings
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +150°C
PACKAGING
•
•
•
•
S1125 Kit 1: 5 sachets, 10 g each + accessories
S1125 Kit 4: 5 sachets, 10 g each
S1125 Kit 5: 1 sachet, 10 g
S1125 Kit 8: One 50 ml dual syringe + 3 mixing nozzles,
5 mixing sticks, 5 abrasive, and 1 installation leaflet
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1011
Raychem RK-6619
DIN VG-95343
NASA SP-R-022A
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S1184
Raychem Highly Conductive Termination Adhesive
Raychem S1184 highly conductive silver-loaded
termination adhesive has been developed to terminate
Raychem moulded shapes. Its excellent conductivity
enables very high shielding levels of Raychem screened
molded shapes, multicore cables, braided cables and
adaptors to be combined to form efficient, totally
screened harness systems.
APPLICATION
Raychem S1184 two part epoxy adhesive is designed to make
termination which can withstand high temperatures and
aggressive solvents and fuels. When mixed and installed in
conjunction with Rayaten heat-shrinkable parts, S1184 will
continue to cure at room temperature reaching full cure after
24 hours. Pot life after mixing is approximately 1 hour.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +150°C
PACKAGING
• S1184 Kit 1: Two 10 ml syringes
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RK-6627
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THERMOSETS
S1255-04
Raychem Adhesive Tape
S1255-04 one-part epoxy tape has been developed to
match the superior chemical and heat resistance
properties of TE’s Raychem System 200, 300, 780
and 790.
APPLICATION
Developed originally to match the +200°C temperature
performance of Raychem System 200 components. S1255-04
also offers resistance to the effects of nuclear, biological and
chemical agent exposure and decontamination when used with
other compatible components.
• Raychem System 200 fluoroelastomeric tubing and
molded parts
• Raychem System 300 fluoropolymer tubing and
-55 molded parts
• Raychem System 780 fluoroelastomeric tubing and
molded parts
• Raychem System 790 fluoropolymer tubing and molded parts
• NBCCS resistant
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +200°C
PACKAGING
• 3/4 in. x .020 in. x 100 ft. roll
(20 mm x 0.5 mm x 30 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1255
Raychem RT-1014
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S1264
Raychem NBCCS* Adhesive
S1264 high performance adhesive has been
developed to match the superior chemical and heat
resistance properties of TE’s Raychem System 770.
The adhesive material has been hardened to withstand
the damaging effect of NBC contamination and
decontamination washdowns.
APPLICATION
S1264 adhesive is suitable for use in wire harness systems
requiring resistance to the effects of nuclear, biological and
chemical agent exposure and decontamination when used with
other NBC compatible components. S1264 will adhere to
• Raychem DR-25 heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem -25 molded parts
• Raychem FDR cable jackets
• Raychem RT-770 tubing and -770 molded parts
• Raychem RT-780 tubing and -780 molded parts
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +150°C
PACKAGING
•S
1264 Kit 1: 1 sachet, 10 g
• S1264 Kit 8: One 50 ml dual syringe, 5 mixing sticks,
5 abrasive, and 1 installation leaflet
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1012
*Nuclear, biological, chemical contamination survivable
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THERMOPLASTICS
S1017
Raychem Hot-Melt Adhesive Tape
S1017 is a general purpose, hot-melt adhesive supplied in
tape form for easy application to cable substrates. S1017
can also be supplied coated onto molded parts as /42.
A tough yet flexible adhesive, it is suitable for bonding
polyolefins, vinyls and neoprenes, and metals such as
steel and aluminum.
APPLICATION
Raychem -3 and -4 molded parts
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -40°C to +105°C
PACKAGING
• 1 in x .010 in. x 50 ft roll
(25.4 mm x 0.3 mm x 15.2 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1050/1
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S1030
Raychem Hot-Melt Adhesive Tape
S1030 tape is a non-flame-retarded polyolefin-based
hot-melt adhesive tape. The product is recommended
for high flexibility at temperatures as low as -80°C.
The tape is often pre-applied to molded parts; its pre-coat
designation is /180.
APPLICATION
S1030 is recommended for marine applications where
salt water is a threat. The adhesive is very user-friendly,
exhibiting excellent flow when heated under normal installation
conditions. It is not recommended where aggressive solvents
may be present or for terminations under in-service flexural
stress at temperatures above 40°C.
With good adhesion to a wide range of substrates, S1030
hot-melt adhesive tape is recommended for use with
polyurethane materials and for the following TE products:
• Raychem System 100 Zerohal tubing, cable jackets, and -100
molded parts
• Raychem System 25 molded parts
• Raychem DR-25, RNF and RW-175 heat-shrink tubing,
• Raychem FDR-jacketed cable
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -80°C to +80°C
PACKAGING
• 3/4 in. x 0.010 in. x 33 ft. roll
(20 mm x 0.3 mm x 10 m roll)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1050/6
Raychem RK-6017
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THERMOPLASTICS
S1048
Raychem Hot-Melt Adhesive Tape
S1048 is a hot-melt adhesive that can be supplied
coated onto molded parts as /86. It is generally used as a
high-strength hot-melt adhesive.
APPLICATION
S1048 will adhere extremely well to most cable jacket materials,
such as ZHTM, DR-25, FDR or RNF, as long as enough heat has
been applied at the installation stage to ensure complete flow
and wetting of the adhesive to a substrate.
• Raychem ZHTM low-fire-hazard, zero-halogen heat shrink
tubing, cable jackets and -100 molded parts
• Raychem DR-25 jackets and tubing
• Raychem FDR jackets and tubing
• Raychem RNF jackets and tubing
• PVDF jackets and tubing
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +120°C
PACKAGING
• 1 in. x .026 in. x 100 ft. roll
(25.4 mm x 0.66 mm x 30 m roll)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1050/3
Raychem RK-6626 for /86 pre-coat
VG95343 for /86 pre-coat on -100 molded parts
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S1124
Raychem Elastomeric Adhesive Tape
S1124 is a flexible adhesive based on elastomeric
polymers. This adhesive was developed for use with
heat-shrinkable products, NT, NT-MIL, NTFR and
elastomeric polymer blend (EPB) molded parts. This
adhesive provides good bonds to metals, such as
steel and aluminum when bond line is heated to 150°C
during installation. S1124 can also be supplied coated
onto molded parts as /164.
APPLICATION
S1124 tape is well suited for military ground vehicle electrical
harness sealing due to its temperature and fluid
resistance characteristics.
• Raychem NR, NTFR, and NT-MIL heat-shrink tubing
• Raychem EPB (-51) molded parts
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +135°C
PACKAGING
• 3/4 in. x .018 in. x 100 ft. roll
(20 mm x 0.46 x 30 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1050/13
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S1260
Raychem High Temperature Hot Melt Tape Adhesive
S1260 tape is a flexible, high temperature adhesive based
on an environmentally resistant, modified fluoropolymer.
The tape can be used with fluoropolymer insulation
systems such as RT-555, RW-200 and -12 molded parts to
provide sealing in high-temperature applications.
APPLICATION
S1260 high-temperature, hot melt, tape adhesive can
be used to sustain cable properties in ground defense
and aerospace applications. It can be used for fast,
permanent field repairs to high temperature wire and
cable with fluoropolymer and fluoroelastomer insulation.
It can also be used for sealing high-temperature heatshrink components to backshells. The tape adhesive has an
operating temperature range from -55°C to +200°C and
resists solvents and fluids commonly found in aerospace and
defense applications.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -55°C to +200°C
PACKAGING
•3
/4 in. x .013 in. x 25 ft. roll
(20 mm x 0.33 mm x 7.6 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RT-1050/29
S1297
Raychem Hot-Melt Adhesive Tape
S1297 is a hot-melt adhesive designed for use with TE’s
heavy-duty boots and cable entry seals. It is suitable for
bonding to various cable jacket substrates including
polyethylene, PVC, polychloroprene, and metals such as steel
and aluminum.
APPLICATION
CES, CSGA cable entry seals, SST-FR
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -20°C to +90°C
PACKAGING
• 1 in x .010 in. x 10 ft roll
(25.4 mm x 0.3 mm x 3 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RW-2019
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SEALANTS
S1278
Raychem General-Purpose Cold-Applied Sealant Tape
S1278 is a cold-applied butyl sealant designed for use with
TE’s heavy-duty breakout molded parts to offer excellent
water sealing and weatherproofing. Specify S1278 when
fire retardantancy is required.
APPLICATION
General purpose sealant and filler/potting medium for
cable breakouts.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
• -40°C to +121°C
PACKAGING
• S1278-01: 1 in. x .062 in. x 25 ft. roll
(25.4 mm x 1.57 mm x 7.6 m)
• S1278-02: 3-3/4 in. x .125 in. x 10 ft. roll
(95 mm x 3.18 mm x 3 m)
SPECIFICATIONS
Raychem RW-2020
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SELECTION GUIDE
Adhesive/Sealant Product
Characteristics Table
14
15 and 16
Adhesive/Sealant Selection Table
17
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
18
INSTALLATION GUIDE
19
TE manufactures Raychem adhesives and sealants to
accommodate a wide range of applications, materials,
and environmental conditions. Raychem adhesives
include both thermosets and thermoplastics. Thermosets
are curable two-part epoxies or crosslinked elastomers.
Thermoplastics are hot-melt adhesives that flow when
heated and set when cooled. They reflow when reheated
to simplify component repair. TE also manufactures
Raychem products that include a thermoplastic adhesive
or a mastic-type sealant for water holdout applications.
The sealants adhere to non-oily substrates and can be
removed where re-entry is necessary.
Selection Guide
To determine the adhesive or sealant most compatible
with a Raychem part, you must know the part’s
product type.
Use the Adhesive/Sealant Selection Table on page 17
to determine a Raychem part’s product type and the
adhesive/sealant compatible with that type.
Use the Adhesive/Sealant Product Characteristics Table
(pages 15 and 16) to be sure the adhesive or sealant has
the product characteristics your application requires.
To use the Selection Table, follow these four steps:
1. Under “Substrate Category,” find the product material
and product name/part number for the Raychem part.
2. A
cross the top of the table, find the part’s product type
and dash number.
3. At the intersection of the substrate category (product
material/name/part number) and the product type (by
designated dash number) you will find the part number
for the most compatible adhesive for the Raychem part.
4. See the Adhesive/Sealant Product Characteristics
Table to verify the characteristics of the adhesive/
sealant you selected.
Note: Users should independently evaluate the suitability
of the product for their application. Before ordering,
check with TE for most current data.
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Adhesive/Sealant Product Characteristics Tables
Product
Type
Precoat
Designation
Type
S1006
—
Epoxy/polyamide
two-part paste
-55°C to 135°C
[-67°F to 275°F]
S1009
—
Epoxy/polymercaptan
two-part paste
-55°C to 135°C
[-67°F to 275°F]
S1125
—
Epoxy/polyamide
two-part paste
-55°C to 150°C
[-67°F to 302°F]
S1184
—
Two-part electrically
conductive
epoxy/polyamide
S1255-04
—
S1264
Operating
Temperature Range
Thermosets
Product
Designation
Available Form/
Packaging
S1006 Kit 1
S1006 Kit 2
S1006 Kit A
S1009 Kit A
S1009 Kit 8
S1125 Kit 1
—
S1125 Kit 4
S1125 Kit 5
S1125 Kit 8
Two 15-gram packs
Four 7.5-gram packs
Ten 3-gram packs
Ten 3-gram packs
50-ml dual syringe
Five 10-gram packs
—
Five 10-gram packs
One 10-gram pack
50-ml dual syringe
-55°C to +150°C
[-67°F to +302°F]
S1184 Kit 1
Two 10-ml syringes
One-part epoxy
tape adhesive
-55°C to 200°C
[-67°F to 392°F]
S1255-04
—
Epoxy/polyamide
two-part paste
-55°C to 150°C
[-67°F to 302°F]
/225
Precoated latent-curing
epoxy/polyamide
S1017
/42
Hot-melt/polyamide
S1030
/180
Hot-melt/polyolefin
S1048
/86
S1124
-75°C to 150°C
[-103°F to 302°F]
Thermoplastics
-40°C to 105°C*
[-40°F to 221°F]
S1264 Kit 1
S1264 Kit 8
Precoat only on
-25 molded parts
Tape [3/4 in. x
.020 x 100 ft.]
One 10-gram pack
50-ml dual syringe
—
S1017
Tape [1 in. x
.010 in. x 50 ft.]
-80°C to 80°C
[-112°F to 176°F]
S1030
Tape [3/4 in. x
.010 in. x 33 ft.]
Hot-melt,
high performance
-55°C to 120°C
[-67°F to 257°F]
S1048
Tape [1 in. x
.026 in. x 100 ft.]
/164
Hot-melt,
elastomeric polymer
-55°C to 135°C
[-67°F to 302°F]
S1124
Tape [3/4 in. x
.018 in.x 10 ft.]
S1260
—
High temperature hot
melt fluoropolymer
tape adhesive
-55°C to +200°C
[-67°F to +464°F]
S1260
Tape [3/4” x
.013 in. x 25 ft.]
S1297
/97
Hot-melt/
polyamide adhesive
-20°C to 90°C
[-4°F to 194°F]
Sealants
S1297
Tape [1 in. x
.010 in. x 10 ft.]
-40°C to 121°C
[-40°F to 250°F]
S1278-01
—
Cold-applied
butyl sealant
Tape [1 in. x
.062 in. x 25 ft.]
S1278-02
Tape [3-3/4 in. x
.125 in. x 10 ft.]
S1278
*Passes cold bend at -40°C [-40°F] per RT-4204.
For full details on installation procedures and curing conditions, please refer to the applicable
TE Code of Practice or installation document.
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Adhesive/Sealant Product Characteristics Tables (Continued)
Product
Type
Pot Life at
23°C [73.4°F]
Curing
Conditions
Shelf life* at or
below 23°C [74°F]
Thermosets
S1006
1 hr
96 hr at 20°C [68°F] min. or
1 hr at 120°C [248°F]
S1009
20 min.
S1255-04
Specifications**
Comments
1 year Kit 1, 2
2 years Kit A
RT-1006
RK-6612
A-A-56031***
General purpose harnessing
adhesive. Not used on
fluoroelastomers,
silicone or PVDF
24 hr at 20°C [68°F] min. or
1 hr at 95°C [203°F] 45 min.
at 120°C [248°F]
2 years
1 year Kit 8
RT-1009
General purpose harnessing
adhesive. Not used on
fluoroelastomers
or silicone
—
50 min. at 150°C [302°F]
+3°C/-0°C [+37.4°F/-32°F]
1 year
RT-1014
RT-1255
One-part epoxy tape used
with fluoroelastomer
harness systems
S1125
—
24 hr at 20°C min. or
1 hr at 85°C [185°F]
18 months
RT-1011
RK-6619
VG-95343
Good fluid-resistant epoxy
used with System 25
S1264
90 min.
24 hr at 20°C min. or
1 hr at 85°C [185°F]
18 months
RT-1012
Tested to NBC
requirements
/225
90 min.
Cure during installation of
molded parts
36 months
VG-95343
RK-6630
Precoated epoxy system
for System 25
S1184
1 hr
24 hr at 20°C min. or 1 hr at
80°C [185°F] or 20 mins at
135°C [275°F]
6 months in original
packaging
RK-6627
RT-1084
Conductive epoxy adhesive
for screened terminations
Thermoplastics
S1017
—
120°C [248°F]
5 years
RT-1050/1
General purpose
harnessing adhesive
Standard precoated
adhesive for -3 and -4
molded parts
S1030
—
120°C [248°F]
5 years
RT-1050/6
RK-6017
Good low-temperature
flexibility
Available as a preinstalled
tape for molded parts
S1048
—
160°C [320°F]
5 years
RT-1050/3
RK-6626
Requires high temperature
to achieve bonding.
High service temperature
for hot melt
S1124
—
150°C [302°F]
5 years
RT-1050/13
Requires reflowing in
an oven at 150°C [302°F]
for 90 minutes.
Designed to bond to -51
molded parts.
S1260
—
340°C [644°F]
5 years
RT-1050/29
Requires high temperature
to achieve bonding.
Highest service
temperature for hot melt
RW-2019
General purpose
harnessing adhesive
Standard precoated
adhesive in Sigmaform
molded parts, CSGA cable
entry seals, and SST-FR
heat-shrinkable tubing
RW-2020
General purpose sealant
and cable
breakout area filler
S1297
—
100°C [212°F]
5 years
Sealants
S1278
—
N/A
12 years
*Shelf life from date of manufacture.
**For specific adhesion properties, see product specification sheets.
***Only S1006 Kit A conforms to A-A-56031.
For full details on installation procedures and curing conditions, please refer to the applicable
TE Code of Practice or installation document.
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Adhesive/Sealant Selection Table
Substrate
Category
Product
Name
Examples
-3
-4
-12
-25
-50
-51
-55
-71
-100
-125
-130
RNF-100
S1006
S1006
—
—
—
—
—
S1006
—
—
S1006
Versafit
S1009
S1009
—
—
—
—
—
S1009
—
—
S1009
CRN
S1017
S1017
—
—
—
—
—
S1017
—
—
S1017
BSTS
S1030
S1030
—
—
—
—
—
S1030
—
—
—
SST
S1048
S1048
—
—
—
—
—
S1048
—
—
—
HR
S1297
S1297
—
—
—
—
—
S1297
—
—
—
S1009
S1009
—
S1125
—
—
—
S1009
—
S1009
—
S1048
S1048
—
—
—
—
—
S1048
—
S1048
—
S1125
S1125
—
—
—
—
—
S1125
—
S1125
—
—
—
S1260
—
—
—
S1260
—
—
S1260
—
Polyolefin
PVDF
Fluoropolymer**
Molded Part Material Dash Number
RT-555
HCTE
—
—
S1255-04
S1125
—
—
S1255-04
—
—
—
—
Convolex
—
—
—
S1125
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
S1006
S1006
—
—
—
—
—
S1006
—
—
—
S1009
S1009
—
—
—
—
—
S1009
—
—
—
S1017
—
—
—
—
—
S1017
—
—
—
S1048
S1048
—
S1125
S1125
S1125
—
—
—
—
—
S1006
S1006
—
—
—
S1124
—
S1006
—
—
—
S1009
S1009
—
—
—
—
—
S1009
—
—
—
S1017
S1017
—
—
—
—
—
S1017
—
—
—
NTFR
—
—
—
S1125
—
S1124
—
—
—
—
—
SFR*
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
SRFR*
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
RW-200
—
—
S1260
—
—
—
S1260
—
—
S1260
—
—
—
—
—
S1125
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
S1255-04
—
—
—
—
—
—
Vinyl
PVC
DR-25
NT
Elastomer***
VPB
Zerohal
XFFR
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
S1030
—
—
ZHTM
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
S1030
—
—
*GE RTV 108 used with SFR and SRFR.
**E.g. PFA, FEP, PTFE
***E.g. Polyurethane, Neoprene
Substrate
Category
Nuclear
Fluoropolymers
Product
Name
Examples
Molded Part Material Dash Number
-770
-780
-790
RT770
S1264
—
—
RT780
—
S1255-04
—
RT790
—
—
S1255-04
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Adhesives Selection Guide
Substrate Preparation Procedures
Caution:
Preparation of the substrate depends on the part
to be bonded. Following are two preparation
procedures. The first applies to plated metals and
adapters; the second applies to polymer molded
parts, cable jackets, and tubing materials.
The use of cleaning solvent is described in
the preparation of various components for
adhesive bonding. Please observe the solvent
manufacturer’s safety recommendations. Several
Raychem epoxy adhesives and solvent base
primers are also described in some cases. For
specific handling precautions, please consult the
appropriate Raychem material safety data sheet
for the adhesive being used.
For full details on installation procedures and
curing conditions, please refer to the applicable
TE Code of Practice or installation document.
Note:
•A
void contamination of the prepared surface.
If using primer, apply it according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and allow it to dry.
•E
poxy adhesives may cause skin and
eye irritation. Be sure to observe the
handling instructions.
•W
hen using hot-melt adhesives on substrates
with high heat-sink capacity (such as connector
backshells), preheat the substrate until it is hot to
touch, then apply the adhesive tape and shrink
the molded part in place.
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Adhesives Selection Guide
Installation Guide
Installation Procedures
Preparation of the substrate depends on the part
to be bonded.
Following are two preparation procedures. The
first applies to plated metals and adapters; the
second applies to polymer molded parts, cable
jackets, and tubing materials.
Bonding between molded parts, plated metals
and adapters
To ensure the best possible bond between a
molded part and plated materials and adapters,
degrease the end of the molded part which
will recover onto the plated metal or adaptor
with isopropyl alcohol or isopropanol (IPA)
impregnated tissue wipe. NEVER abrade plated
metals and adapters.
Where preheating of the plated metal or adapter
is judged to be necessary for large and high heat
sink terminations, care must be taken to ensure the
connector insulation and primary wire insulation
are not damaged. Ensure heat is directed to the
metal area and all other areas are avoided. TE
cannot be held responsible for damage caused
during the preheating of plated metals or adapters.
Bonding between molded parts, cable jackets
and tubing materials
To ensure the best possible bond between the
molded part, cable jacket or tubing, degrease the
cable jacket in the area where the molded part will
recover onto the cable using Isopropyl alcohol.
(approximately 30 mm). Abrade the cable jacket
thoroughly in the same area with 100 grit emery
cloth. The whole surface of the cable jacket should
be abraded, removing any print on the cable
jacket. Remove loose particles from the abraded
area using a dry tissue. DO NOT use a solvent wipe.
Ensure sufficient cable jacket has been abraded to
incorporate the strip length requirement. Degrease
the inner area of the molded part at each end
thoroughly (approximately 30 mm) using Isopropyl
alcohol. Abrade the inner area of the molded part
at each end thoroughly (approximately 30 mm)
with 100 grit emery cloth. Remove loose particles
from the abraded area using a dry tissue. DO NOT
use a solvent wipe.
Installation of heat shrink molded parts
For the installation of the wide range of TE
heat shrink molded parts including straight,
45°, 90° and transitions, refer to the appropriate
Code of Practice Installation Procedures.
Installation of adhesives
For details of installation of the wide range of
TE adhesives including epoxy, hot melt, tapes and
pre-installed options, refer to the appropriate
Code of Practice Installation Procedures.
These Codes of Practice include information such
as recommended tooling, installation temperatures,
curing cycles and visual standards.
Health and safety
Adhere to local Codes and Regulations relating to
Safe Working practices.
The installation should be carried out in a well
ventilated area. Always wear heat-resistant safety
gloves when handling hot plastics and adhesives.
The use of suitable protective gloves and barrier
cream is recommended when using solvents.
Avoid prolonged repeated skin contact with
solvents and always wash hands after using
solvents. Care should be taken to wear safety
glasses when using and handling chemical
solvents. If eyes do become contaminated,
flush with water and obtain medical assistance
immediately. For specific handling precautions
please consult appropriate TE material safety
data sheet for adhesive being used.
Storage Conditions
It is recommended that Raychem brand adhesives
should be stored in the original unopened
containers, out of direct sunlight and at
temperatures not exceeding 25°C, unless otherwise
noted. These are guidelines only and test data
cannot be provided to validate these.
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