3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Low Odor Acrylic Adhesive DP8825NS (Green)Premium Toughened Two-Part Structural Adhesive
Get industrial-grade bonding power with the 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ DP8825NS. This high-performance, two-part acrylic adhesive is engineered to provide incredible shear, peel, and impact strength. Perfect for professional manufacturing, automotive, and heavy-duty repair environments, it offers a distinct advantage over standard acrylics: it is low-odor and non-flammable for a safer, more comfortable workspace.
Key Technical Specifications
- Brand / Model: 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ DP8825NS
- Adhesive Type: Toughened Acrylic (Two-Part)
- Color: Green (Mixed) / Base (Off-white), Accelerator (Blue)
- Mix Ratio: 10:1 (by volume)
- Viscosity: 90,000 cP (Non-sag formula—stays exactly where you apply it)
- Work Life (Open Time): ~23 to 25 minutes
- Time to Structural Strength: ~53 to 56 minutes (achieves structural integrity twice as fast as typical competitive options)
- Full Cure Time: 24 hours (at 72°F / 22°C)
- Bond Line Control: Contains built-in 0.010" diameter glass spacer beads to automatically maintain perfect, even bond-line thickness
Where & What It Can Be Used For
- This structural adhesive is exceptionally versatile and bonds aggressively to difficult, varied, and even slightly oily surfaces.
- Compatible Materials:
- Metals: Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Steel, Copper, and Powder-Coated Metals.
- Plastics & Composites: ABS, Polycarbonate (PC), Acrylic (PMMA), PVC, FRP (Fiberglass), and Carbon Fiber.
Common Industry Applications:
- HVAC & Signage: Bonding metal-to-metal framework, channel letters, structural panels, and powder-coated architectural elements.
- Transportation & Automotive: Panel bonding, internal bracing, composite components, rail rolling stock assembly, and structural utility vehicle parts.
- Product Manufacturing: Sporting goods, metal enclosures, heavy equipment casings, and consumer electronics housing.
- Vertical / Overhead Application: Because it is Non-Sag (NS), it can be applied directly to walls, ceilings, and vertical joints without dripping or running
Why Choose DP8825NS?
- Toughened Matrix: Resists severe vibration, sudden impact, and mechanical shock over a long lifespan.
- Fast Assembly Speed: Reaches load-bearing structural strength in under an hour to keep production schedules moving.
- Safer Workspace: Low-odor footprint makes it much easier to use indoors or in unventilated production areas compared to traditional, pungent methyl methacrylate (MMA) adhesives.
- Long Shelf Life: Features an 18-month room temperature storage life from manufacturing, meaning less wasted product