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Fastbond
TM
Foam Adhesive
100 Neutral and Lavender
Technical Data
September, 2010
Product Description
3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100 is a one-part, water-dispersed, fast setting
adhesive. This neoprene-based product bonds many porous substrates to porous or
non-porous substrates with minimal dry time. Adheres to many types of flexible
polyurethane foam, latex foam fabric, polyester fiberfill, wood, plywood, particleboard
and many plastic and metal surfaces.
Features
• Water-dispersed so is non-flammable in the wet state.
• High solids for high coverage.
• One component to simplify dispensing.
• Neoprene-based for high heat resistance.
• Low pressure sprayable to reduce misting and overspray.
• Non-dimpling for soft bondlines.
• Designed to be applied between two substrates. Application to substrates that
results in direct exposure of the adhesive to light may result in eventual
discoloration of the exposed adhesive. Direct exposure can be controlled by
proper spray application. Adhesive may soak through very thin fabrics.
• Not recommended for exterior bare metal surfaces unless metal surfaces are
completely dried by force drying and protected from moisture.
•
Certified to GREENGUARD
®
Product Emission Standard For Children and
Schools
(SM)
for low emitting interior building materials:
°
Addresses or Contributes to LEED™ EQ Credit 4.1: Low Emitting
Materials: Adhesive and Sealants
°
Addresses or Contributes to LEED™ EQ Credit 4.5: Low Emitting
Materials: Furniture and Furnishings
°
Addresses or Contributes to LEED™ EQ Credit 4.6: Low Emitting
Materials: Ceiling and Wall Systems
3M
™
Fastbond
™
Foam Adhesive
100 Neutral and Lavender
Typical Physical
Properties
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Base Polymer
Viscosity
Solids (by weight)
Color
Density
Flashpoint
Coverage (approx.)
pH
Set Time
Bonding Range
Polychloroprene (neoprene)
10-40 cps (Brookfield RVF #1 sp @ 20 rpm)
45-49%
100 Neutral - White (semi-transparent when dry)
100 Lavender - Lavender (wet and dry)
9.0-9.4 lbs. per gallon
None (Setaflash
®
closed cup tester)
1000 sq ft per gallon (@ 2 grms/sq ft dry wt)
8.4-9.0
15 seconds
20 minutes
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3M
™
Fastbond
™
Foam Adhesive
100 Neutral and Lavender
Application Equipment
Suggestions
Note: Appropriate application equipment can enhance adhesive performance. We
suggest the following application equipment for the user’s evaluation in light of
the user’s particular purpose and method of application.
Air Atomizing Spray Equipment
Low to Medium Volume Applications
Equipment Type
Siphon Gun
Gravity Feed Gun
Equipment Example*
Critter Siphon Gun #118
Binks Model 95G
Binks M1-G
Air Cap
N/A
66SD
93P
Fluid Tip
N/A
65 SS (.059")
94 (.055")
Atomizing Air
Pressure**
10 psi
6 psi
10 psi
Medium to High Volume Applications
Equipment Type
Pressure Fed Hand
Held Spray Guns
Equipment Example*
Binks 2001 SS
Binks 95
Binks Cub SL
Air Cap
63P
63P
25
Fluid Tip***
63 SS (.028")
63 SS (.028")
25 T (.025")
Atomizing Air
Pressure**
10 psi
10 psi
10 psi
*Systems other than those listed can be used with 3M
™
Fastbond
™
Foam Adhesive 100
.
Existing
spray equipment can also be adapted. Fluid hoses used previously with solvent-based adhesive
or cleaning compounds must be replaced with new hose. Be sure to follow the equipment
manufacturer’s precautions, directions for use, and recommendations for such equipment.
For additional information, contact your local representative.
**Starting air pressure on regulator. Adjust up or down based on application requirements.
*** Also available are 2 piece fluid tips as replacements fluid tips. These 2 piece tips allow for easier
cleaning with less chance of adhesive contamination of the air passages in the spray gun.
Pressure Pots
Stainless steel pressure pots recommended. Non-stainless may be used with plastic
liners if dip tube and fittings are changed to plastic or stainless steel.
Pumping Equipment
1 inch plastic diaphragm pump with PTFE checks and diaphragms. All pumps should
be short stroked for pump longevity. For additional information, contact your local
representative.
Filter
(pump output)
Graco model 12 (stainless steel) with filter bag #521-264 or equivalent.
Hoses
All fluid hoses should be nylon or polyester lined. Hose fittings should be stainless
steel or plastic. The typical fluid hose length @ 1/4 inch i.d. should be 15 to 25 ft.
Use of larger fluid hose i.d. or lengths less than 15 ft. will result in loss of fluid
pressure control. Use of smaller fluid hose I.D. lengths greater than 25 ft. can result
in product coagulation in the line.
Note:
Do not use fluid lines that have been previously used with solvent.
Do not use air operated piston pumps with these products.
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3M
™
Fastbond
™
Foam Adhesive
100 Neutral and Lavender
Handling/Application
Instructions
Directions for Use:
Note: When using 3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100, it is required that at
least one of each pair of substrates to be bonded be porous or water
permeable.
1.
Surface Preparation:
Use only on clean, dry surfaces. Contamination of surfaces
with oil, grease or release agents will prevent good, strong bonds.
2.
Application:
Adhesive does not require agitation before use. Adjust the spray
equipment to give a fine, mist-like spray pattern. Spray a uniform, light coat of
adhesive to
both
surfaces holding spray applicator 10-15 inches from surface.
3.
Coverage:
Coverage will depend on foam density, surface porosity of substrates,
and strength of adhesive bond required. Typically one gallon of adhesive will cover
up to 1000 square feet of substrate surface at a coating weight of approximately
2 dry grams of adhesive/sq. ft. In all cases, user evaluation will be required to
determine the optimum coverage levels.
Note:
Application of adhesive at coating weights above 2 dry grams/sq. ft. or using
a coarse spray pattern may result in longer activation times.
4.
Activation Time:
The adhesive activates sufficiently to permit making foam/foam
bonds within 15 seconds after application. Bonds of foam or fabric to smooth, non-
porous surfaces such as plastic or metal will require longer activation times. Bonds
may be made up to 20 minutes after application depending on ambient temperature
and humidity conditions. See Note above.
5.
Assembly and bonding:
For foam bonding and foam fabrication, pressure
sufficient to compress the foam should be applied to the bond line by manual or
mechanical methods. Bond the adhesive coated surfaces with sufficient pressure to
ensure good contact across the entire adhesive bond line.
6.
Cleanup:
Wet adhesive may be removed with water containing a small amount
of detergent.* Dry adhesive may be removed with a combination of 3M™ Citrus
Base Cleaner or equivalent and mechanical systems such as wire brushing.
Dry adhesive cannot be removed from porous surfaces such as foams or fabrics.
Flush the adhesive wetted surfaces of spray equipment with water containing a
small amount of detergent.* Follow with a flush of clean water.
*Cleaning
Solution: One pint of detergent to five gallons of water.
**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
™
Fastbond
™
Foam Adhesive
100 Neutral and Lavender
Typical Adhesive
Performance
Characteristics
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Heat Resistance:
After air drying 24 hours, 4-inch cube knife edge foam bonds
made with 3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100 on 1.2 lb./cu. ft. density urethane
foam specimens withstood operating temperatures at 230°F (110°C) for 24 hours
without showing any signs of failure along the bonded seams. The adhesive exhibited
no indication of attacking or deteriorating the foam and the bondlines remained
strong and flexible.
Peel Adhesion:
Peel bonds of cotton duck (canvas) to various substrates were tested
at a peel angle of 180 degrees at two inches per minute separation rate at a
temperature of 77°F (25°C). The value listed is the average force required to peel the
canvas from the substrates in pounds per inch of bond width (PIW).
Foam Tear:
Polyurethane foam of 1.2 lb./cu. ft. density was bonded to various
substrates at a dry coating weight of 2-3 gms./sq. ft. After bonds were made they
were air-dried at ambient temperature for 24 hours. At the end of the drying period,
an effort was made to pull the foam from the surface of the substrate. It was noted if
the adhesive released from the substrate or if there was tearing of the foam.
Substrate
ABS
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
PVC
Aluminum
Galvanized Steel
Cold Rolled Steel
Peel Adhesion (PIW)
2.0
1.5
0.9
1.9
1.1
1.1
1.1
Foam Tear
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Test Results 3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100 Neutral*
GM 9505P (110c/38c-6 hrs/16 hrs-RT)
Fog Number > 60 = pass
Sample
Actual
#1
134.2
134.8
135.3
134.6
134.4
fog #
87
#2
147.4
146.8
147.2
147.2
147.3
96
#3
147.3
147.8
147.5
147.7
147.5
96
*Important:
These Fog Test Results apply to 3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100
Neutral only. Because of the lavender dye, 3M™ Fastbond™ Foam Adhesive 100
Lavender does not pass the GM 9505P Fog Test.
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