TM 1-1520-240-BD
l.
Application of Adhesive System No. 9 (Option
2).
WARNING
The adhesives under this system
may produce skin irritation. Avoid
bodily contact with the adhesives.
(1)
(Refer to Table 2-5 for list of acceptable
adhesives.) Clean faying surfaces using methyl-ethyl-
ketone.
(2)
Thoroughly blend 100 parts, by weight, of
base with 10.9 parts by weight, of catalyst NOTE
Thorough blending is extremely important. A 50-gram
batch of adhesive will usually require at least 6 minutes
of constant, vigorous stirring.
(3)
Apply a thin coat of blended adhesive to
both faying surfaces.
(4)
Join parts, applying sufficient pressure to
ensure solid contact.
NOTE
A continuous bead of adhesive
squeeze out indicates solid contact.
(5)
Remove excess adhesive using methyl-
ethyl-ketone.
(6)
Cure adhesive for 30 minutes at 240°F
(116oC), then increase temperature to 350°F (117oC)
and allow adhesive to cure for 1-1/2 hours.
m.
Application of Adhesive System No. 10.
WARNING
The adhesives under this system are
toxic. Work only in well-ventilated
areas.
(1)
(Refer to Table 2-5 for list of acceptable
adhesives.) Clean all faying surfaces using methyl-ethyl-
ketone.
(2)
Thoroughly mix each component in its
own container.
(3)
Thoroughly blend 30 parts, by weight, of
accelerator with 100 parts, by weight, of base.
(4)
Apply a uniform coat of blended adhesive
to both faying surfaces.
(5)
Join parts, applying sufficient pressure to
ensure solid contact.
(6)
Remove adhesive squeeze out using
methyl-ethyl-ketone.
(7)
Allow the adhesive to cure for 12 hours at
70°F (21 °C). Full cure is attained after 48 hours.
n.
Application of Adhesive System No. 11.
WARNING
The adhesives under this system are
toxic and flammable. Work only in
well-ventilated
areas
away
from
flame.
(1)
(Refer to Table 2-5 for list of acceptable
adhesives.) Clean all faying surfaces, using methyl-
ethyl-ketone.
(2)
Thoroughly blend base with activator in
accordance with instructions on container.
(3)
Apply a thin uniform coat of adhesive to
both faying surfaces.
(4)
Assemble
parts
immediately,
apply
sufficient pressure to ensure solid contact.
(5)
Allow adhesive to cure at 70oF (21°C) for
one of the following periods of time, depending upon
class of adhesive used;
(a)
Class B-1/2 - 16 hours
(b)
Class B-1 - 36 hours
(c)
Class B-2 - 48 hours
(d)
Class B-4 - 60 hours
NOTE
The
above
cure
times
are
for
handling only. Full cure is not
achieved for 7 days or more.
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