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Fortafix Chemical Setting Adhesive Cement - 2P Chromix

A 2 part (filler/binder) water based chemical setting ceramic paste. 2 Part Chromix - Chemical Setting Adhesive is ideal for bonding, assembling, sealing, jointing or repairing glass, ceramics, metals, quartz, steatite etc. Fortafix 2 Part Chromix - Chemical Setting Adhesive possesses excellent adhesive, thermal, electrical and mechanical properties. Good bond strength to metals. Higher tensile and compressive strength. Provides an efficient gas tight seal, and heat resistant filler for flaws in castings/moldings. Maximum continuous working temperature is up to 1400° C.

Typically Used For

 

Suitable For

·  Bonding - Yes
·  Thin Films/Coating - Yes
·  Thick Sections - Yes
·  Potting/Encapsulation - Yes

Property

Value

Major Constituent

Silicate Glass Binder, Inorganic Oxides

Ready Mixed or 2 part

2 Part

Dispensable

Yes

Relative Viscosity

Mixes to a viscous paste

Coverage Rate/Coating Thickness

 

Softening Temperature (°C):

1300°C

Melting Temperature (°C):

1400°C

Wet Density (g.cm-3):

Colour:

Brown/Black

Compressive Strength:

 

Thermal Conductivity (W.m-1.K-1):

 

Thermal Expansion (x10-6C-1):

 

Dielectric Strength (KV.mm-1) @ RT:

 

Volume Resistivity (Ωcm) @ RT:

 

pH:

13

Expansion on Setting %:

Shrinkage (Linear %): 150-500°C

 

Shrinkage (Volume %): 150-500°C

 

Hardness Moh’s Scale

 

Oxidation Resistance

Excellent

Alkali Resistance

Good

Acid Resistance

Excellent - except hydrofluoric

Cure Guide

Water based product - requires heat curing.

Shelf Life:

12 Months

Packaging:

500g, 1kg or other to special order

 

Additional Information

Binder Solids - % by Weight: 38.54
Mix Binder and Filler in ratio 2 pbw Filler: 1 pbw Binder.

 

Application

·  Mix Binder and Filler in ratio 2 pbw Filler: 1 pbw Binder. (See note below).
·  IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT ALL SURFACES TO BE BONDED ARE FREE FROM OIL, DUST OR ANY FORM OF SURFACE COATING OR CONTAMINATION.
·  Ensure that all surfaces to be bonded, sealed or insulated are degreased, clean and free from contamination.
·  A light surface abrasion of the material to be bonded will increase the amount of surface available for adhesion and will give improved mechanical key.
·  Apply the adhesive to all surfaces to be bonded
·  Join and apply moderate pressure to ensure even anchorage and solid contact of the surfaces to be bonded, so that all surfaces are fully wetted.
·  Secure the components and allow the adhesive to set and harden.

Curing

The cement should be allowed to harden at a minimum air temperature of 20°C until the initial set has taken place. If heat curing is practicable the hardening process may be accelerated using the following schedules;
·  Heat from 20 to 80°C @ 4°C per minute (15 minutes). Hold for 10-20 minutes
·  Heat from 80 to 140°C @ 2°C per minute (30 minutes). Hold for 120-180 minutes
·  Heat from 140 to 200°C @ 0.2°C per minute (300 minutes).
·  Above 200°C raise temperature @ 1°C per minute to required temperature, allow to cool progressively.

 

Mixing Proportions


Component

Form

Quantity

Filler

Powder

2 Parts by Weight

Binder

Liquid

1 Parts by Weight

Note - The consistency produced by the above mix should prove satisfactory for most applications. If necessary the Binder may be varied by up to 20% to meet special requirements. Additional binder will extend setting time. Reduced binder will accelerate setting time. Sufficient cement only should be mixed for immediate use. Hardened adhesive cement cannot be reconstituted.

  • Weigh quantities given above precisely using a balance.
  • Add powder filler to liquid binder and mix for a minimum period of 3 - 5 minutes until a smooth homogeneous paste is formed. Mixing is simple and complications should not occur.
  • If the cement is to be used for gap filling or moulding, care should be taken to avoid undue entrainment of air as this will cause a porous and weakened glue line and bond.
  • Mixing apparatus, tools and brushes should be washed out in water immediately after use and before the adhesive can harden.