Laminating / Composites Industrial Adhesives
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Laminating and composite industrial adhesives are specialized products designed to bond various materials together. These adhesives are capable of adhering to a wide range of substrates, including ceramics, glass, concrete, metal, paper, plastic, rubber, and porous surfaces. They are also effective in bonding dissimilar materials, such as metal to rubber, and are available in different forms to suit specific bonding requirements.
Working Principle
Laminating adhesives work by forming a strong bond between surfaces through a curing process, which can involve pressure, heat, or chemical reactions. These adhesives are often pressure-sensitive, achieving a significant portion of their bonding strength shortly after application. Over time, the bond strength increases, reaching full strength within a few days. Composite bonding adhesives are formulated to provide high mechanical strength and durability, even under harsh conditions. They work by penetrating the surfaces to be bonded, creating a strong and durable connection that resists impact, fatigue, and environmental factors.
Applications
Laminating and composite adhesives are used in a variety of industries. In the aerospace industry, they bond lightweight materials to reduce aircraft weight and improve fuel efficiency. In the automotive sector, they are used for bonding brakes, frames, and body panels. The marine industry utilizes these adhesives for bows, keels, and interior moldings. They are also employed in the construction of railway platforms, track beds, and interiors, as well as in architectural applications like tubes, windows, and roofs.
Advantages over other Industrial Adhesives
Composite bonding adhesives offer several advantages over traditional bonding methods like mechanical fastening and welding. They provide superior shock absorption, improved aesthetics, and minimal galvanic corrosion. These adhesives also allow for the bonding of dissimilar materials, which is often challenging with other methods. Additionally, they maintain high performance under extreme conditions, making them suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Limitations
One limitation of laminating adhesives is the potential need for primers to enhance adhesion, especially when bonding to low surface energy substrates. This can add complexity and cost to the bonding process. Additionally, while these adhesives are generally resistant to UV and chemicals, not all formulations may offer the same level of resistance, which could limit their use in certain environments.
Considerations
When selecting laminating or composite adhesives, it is important to consider factors such as initial costs, operating expenses, and durability. The choice of adhesive should be based on the specific requirements of the application, including the types of materials to be bonded and the environmental conditions they will face. Maintenance and replacement costs should also be considered, as well as the potential need for primers or other surface treatments to achieve optimal bonding performance.
from AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc.
Fluon ® PFA EA-2000, is an Perfluoro resin which has been functionalized to include an adhesive group within the polymer backbone. The perfluoro backbone gives the material excellent electrical characteristics, and heat and chemical resistance, while the adhesive functionality facilitates... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Type / Form: Pellets
- Chemical System: PFA
- Substrate Compatibility: Ceramic, Glass; Metal; Plastic; Glass Cloth, Polyimide, Various Metals
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System EP21AR is a two component epoxy resin compound for durable, high performance, coating liner and adhesive/sealants with outstanding acid as well as excellent overall chemical resistance. The EP21AR compound which is formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; Encapsulant, Potting Compound; Laminaes; Sealant
- Composition: Filled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from RS Components, Ltd.
NEOPRENE ADHESIVE [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Industry: Laminate, Leather, Plastic, Rubber, Vinyl, Wood
- Type / Form: Liquid
- Use Temperature: -22 to 198
from ELANTAS North America LLC
ELANTAS PDG, Inc., founded in 1919 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, is a premier global supplier of specialty resins for applications in the electrical and electronic industries. ELANTAS Electrical Insulation companies are respected as the market leaders in the development and manufacturing of wire... [See More]
- Features: High Dielectric; Laminaes; Non-corrosive; Sealant
- Composition: Filled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from Ellsworth Adhesives
Bostik Thermogrip ® H1477 Yellow is a one component, low viscosity hot melt adhesive designed for laminating polythylene film to nonwoven surgical drape materials. 35 lb Case. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Viscosity: 1700 to 3800
- Cure / Technology: Thermoplastic / Hot Melt; Single Component
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System EP22 is an aluminum filled, two component epoxy adhesive for high performance bonding, sealing, and coating. It is formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at elevated temperatures, with a non-critical one-to-one mix ratio by weight or volume. The EP22... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; High Dielectric; Electrically Conductive; EMI/RFI Shielding; Laminaes; Sealant; Anti-static, ESD
- Composition: Filled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from Ellsworth Adhesives
DYMAX Ultra Light-Weld 4-20418 Low Stress Plastic and Glass Bonder is a one component, UV light curing, urethane adhesive that is used for laminating and bonding metal, plastics, and glass. It is solvent free, good thermal cycling performance, and resistance to yellowing. 1 L Bottle. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Substrate Compatibility: Metal; Plastic
- Cure / Technology: Single Component
- Viscosity: 450
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System EP31 is a two component room temperature curing epoxy for high performance structural bonding applications featuring lap shear strengths exceeding 4500 psi. In addition, unlike many structural epoxies, EP31 also has a high peel strength exceeding 40 pli. The service... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; High Dielectric; Electrically Conductive; EMI/RFI Shielding; Laminaes; Sealant; Anti-static, ESD
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Substrate Compatibility: Ceramic, Glass; Concrete, Masonry; Composites; Metal; Plastic; Porous Surfaces; Rubber or Elastomer; Dissimilar Substrates; Metal/Plastic/Glass/Ceramic/Elast.&Wood
from Ellsworth Adhesives
DYMAX Ultra Light-Weld 4-20418 Low Stress Plastic and Glass Bonder is a one component, UV light curing, urethane adhesive that is used for laminating and bonding metal, plastics, and glass. It is solvent free, good thermal cycling performance, and resistance to yellowing. 10 mL Syringe. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Substrate Compatibility: Metal; Plastic
- Cure / Technology: Single Component
- Viscosity: 450
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System 125 is a two component toughened epoxy resin for prolonged service above 500 °F with truly outstanding chemical resistance. High strength bonds serviceable up to 600 °F can be obtained with this exceptionally thermally stable and chemically resistant epoxy resin... [See More]
- Features: High Dielectric; Laminaes; Leveling Filling; Non-corrosive; Sealant; Thermal Insulation
- Composition: Unfilled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from Ellsworth Adhesives
DYMAX Ultra Light-Weld 4-20418 Low Stress Plastic and Glass Bonder is a one component, UV light curing, urethane adhesive that is used for laminating and bonding metal, plastics, and glass. It is solvent free, good thermal cycling performance, and resistance to yellowing. 30 mL Syringe. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Substrate Compatibility: Metal; Plastic
- Cure / Technology: Single Component
- Viscosity: 450
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer Adhesive EP33 is a unique room temperature curing two component epoxy adhesive for high temperature bonding applications. It is formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at elevated temperatures. Master Bond Polymer Adhesive EP33 produces high strength bonds whose... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; High Dielectric; Electrically Conductive; EMI/RFI Shielding; Laminaes; Sealant; Anti-static, ESD
- Composition: Unfilled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from Ellsworth Adhesives
Henkel Loctite EA 956 AERO Epoxy Adhesive Amber is a two component, room temperature curing paste that operates well in elevated temperatures. It is used for repair applications such as coating, injection, and laminating. 1 qt Kit. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.2050
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System EP112 is a solventless, low viscosity two component cycloaliphatic epoxy resin system which is specifically designed for high performance outdoor and indoor electrical/electronicc/ structural applications. The two components are combined in a convenient noncritical mix... [See More]
- Features: High Dielectric; Encapsulant, Potting Compound; Laminaes; Leveling Filling; Non-corrosive; Sealant; Solvent Based; Thermal Insulation
- Composition: Unfilled
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
from Ellsworth Adhesives
Henkel Loctite EA E-30CL is a low viscosity, impact resistant, industrial grade epoxy adhesive. When cured it can withstand exposure to a wide range of chemicals and solvents, and maintains stability over a wide temperature range. 50 mL Cartridge. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Substrate Compatibility: Ceramic, Glass; Metal
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond UV10 and UV10TK are one component UV curable modified epoxy compounds, ready for use as supplied, for high performance casting, coatings, sealing and bonding applications. UV10 is a low viscosity amber liquid at room temperature and UV10TK is a medium viscosity amber liquid at room... [See More]
- Features: High Dielectric; Encapsulant, Potting Compound; Laminaes; Leveling Filling; Non-corrosive; Sealant; Thermal Insulation
- Type / Form: Liquid
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; UV or Radiation Cured; Single Component
- Substrate Compatibility: Ceramic, Glass; Composites; Metal; Plastic; Porous Surfaces; Rubber or Elastomer; Dissimilar Substrates
from Ellsworth Adhesives
Henkel Loctite EA M-31CL is a two component, low viscosity, room temperature curing epoxy adhesive. When cured it is resistant to a wide range of chemicals and solvents and has excellent stability over a wide range of temperatures. 50 mL Cartridge. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Viscosity: 1500 to 12000
from Master Bond, Inc.
Master Bond Polymer System EP30 is a low viscosity, two component epoxy adhesive for general purpose bonding, coating, sealing and casting formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at elevated temperatures with a four (4) to one (1) mix ratio by weight. This adhesive is 100% reactive... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; Encapsulant, Potting Compound; Laminaes; Non-corrosive; Sealant; Thermal Insulation
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Type / Form: Liquid
from Ellsworth Adhesives
Parker LORD ® Thermoset 600 General Purpose Epoxy Adhesive is used with a variety of Thermoset hardeners. It can be used in many applications including adhesives, laminating, and electrical/electronic insulation. It also has different handling and cured properties depending on the hardener... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Viscosity: 13500
from Master Bond, Inc.
Key Features. Free flowing viscosity. High temperature resistance. Exceptionally long open time. Passes NASA low outgassing. Product Description. Master Bond Supreme 121AO is a thermally conductive epoxy for bonding, sealing and encapsulation. The mix ratio is 100:80 by weight. This system has a... [See More]
- Features: High Dielectric; Encapsulant, Potting Compound; Laminaes; Sealant; Thermally Conductive
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Two Component
- Chemical System: Epoxy
- Type / Form: Liquid
from Epoxies Etc...
10-2000 is a one component, moisture curing polyurethane adhesive designed for bonding. and laminating. It may also be used to impregnate glass cloth and create a pipe repair. system. FEATURES: • Solvent Free. • No Mixing Required. • Resists Moisture, Solvents and Heat. • High... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Single Component; Reactive or Moisture Cured
- Chemical System: Polyurethane
- Substrate Compatibility: Ceramic, Glass; Metal; Plastic; Wood
from Protavic America, Inc.
The electrically conductive PROTAVIC ACH 20120 adhesive is designed for BGA packages and LED dies PROTAVIC ACH 20120 presents excellent properties of flexibility, good adhesion and moisture resistance, no voids which allow package 10 withstand 260C Pb-free reflow temperature. More over PROTAVIC ACH... [See More]
- Features: Flexible; Electrically Conductive; Laminaes; Thermally Conductive
- Composition: Unfilled
- Chemical System: Hybrid
- Cure / Technology: Thermoset; Single Component
from Sheldahl Flexible Technologies - a Flex company
We have core strength in vacuum deposition via sputtering ad thermal evaporation. Our materials are used for numerous applications, including passive thermal control for satellites and launch vehicles, thermal insulation for F1 racing cars and fire suits, and robust materials for audio and medical... [See More]
- Features: Flame Retardant; Laminaes; Thermal Insulation
- Industry: Aerospace; Automotive; Electronics; Sanitary; Military; OEM or Industrial
from Westech Aerosol Corporation
WT-HCC canister is based on the Westech's popular HSC-13 adhesive. It is supplied in a pressurized canister without hydrocarbon propellants so that it can be used with standard pneumatic spray equipment. This permits more flexibility in spray patterns from narrow to broad, fine to coarse pattern as... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes; Solvent Based
- Composition: Unfilled
- Chemical System: Elastomeric
- Cure / Technology: Air Setting / Film Drying; Contact or Pressure Sensitive Adhesives; Single Component
from FSI
OnePart is FSI ’s moisture-cure adhesive with time-tested results in a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications, including entry and garage doors, recreational vehicle components, building and construction products (like SIPs, structural insulated panels) and more. It ’s... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes; Thermal Insulation
- Cure / Technology: Two Component ; Reactive or Moisture Cured
- Chemical System: Polyurethane
- Substrate Compatibility: Plastic; Wood; Dissimilar Substrates
from ACCRAbond, Inc.
CONAP ® UC-23 is a two-component modified urethane system that produces a tough, highly impact resistant elastoplastic. This liquid urethane casting system has excellent handling characteristics and will cure at room or elevated temperatures. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Cure / Technology: Two Component
- Chemical System: Urethane
from AkzoNobel N.V.
Engineered wood and laminates are an important part of the wood products industry. And, for over 80 years, we ™ve provided the innovative and market-leading wood adhesives and board resins that make engineered wood products a more dimensional, durable, and stable substrate than solid wood. [See More]
- Features: Laminaes
- Industry: OEM or Industrial
- Substrate Compatibility: Composites; Wood
from Phelps Industrial Products
Phelps Style 9750 is a Contact Cement that provides a long bonding range and excellent initial strength. Ideal for plastic laminates, paper honeycomb, rubber, cloth, metal and wood. Meets requirements of Mil-A-1154C, Mil-A-21366 and MMM-A-121. Ensure both surfaces are clean and dry. Apply coating to... [See More]
- Features: Laminaes; Sealant; Solvent Based
- Type / Form: Liquid
- Cure / Technology: Air Setting / Film Drying
- Substrate Compatibility: Metal; Plastic; Rubber or Elastomer; Textiles or Fabrics; Wood; Dissimilar Substrates; Paper