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LOCTITE ABLESTIK 45 CLEAR RESIN
LOCTITE® ABLESTIK 45 CLEAR (formerly known as ECCOBOND 45) is a versatile, transparent, two-part epoxy adhesive designed for structural bonding applications where clarity and adjustable mechanical properties are required. This "legacy" aerospace adhesive is famous for its variable mix ratio, which allows engineers to customize the final bond from a rigid, high-strength state to a flexible, shock-resistant state. It provides excellent adhesion to a wide variety of substrates, including metals, glass, ceramics, and most plastics, maintaining its bond integrity even under thermal cycling.
| Category | Adhesive | Brand | Henkel |
| Part No. | LOCTITE ABLESTIK 45 CLEAR | OEM Part No. | Not Avaliable |
| Alt Part No. | Not Avaliable | Country of Origin | Not Available |
| Pro Category | Not Available | Is Return | Yes |
| Condition | Self Life | ||
| Pack Size | |||
- Minimum Shelf Life
- 3-4 week for standard lead time
- Make to order 90 - 120 days of lead time
Application:
- Aerospace Instrumentation: Bonding glass displays and optical components where clarity and vibration damping are essential.
- Avionics MRO: Securing delicate electronic components to chassis frames where thermal expansion must be accommodated by a flexible bond.
- Cryogenic Systems: Used in low-temperature environments because of its ability to remain flexible and resist cracking at sub-zero temperatures.
- General Assembly: Structural bonding of dissimilar materials (e.g., aluminum to polycarbonate) where a clear bond line is preferred.
LOCTITE ABLESTIK 45 CLEAR
- Chemical Type: Epoxy.
- Appearance: Clear / Transparent (allows for visual inspection of the bond line).
- Mix Ratio (Rigid): 100:50 (Resin to Catalyst by weight).
- Mix Ratio (Flexible): 100:100 (Resin to Catalyst by weight).
- Work Life: 120 minutes (at 25°C).
- Service Temperature: -40°C to +105°C.
- Viscosity: 35,000 mPa·s (Non-sagging paste).
- Brand: Henkel / Loctite Ablestik.
- Former Brand Name: Emerson & Cuming ECCOBOND 45 Clear.
- Compliance: Frequently cited in aerospace and defense engineering specifications for "Variable Flexibility" adhesives.
- Catalyst Pairing: Usually paired with Catalyst 15 or Catalyst 9.
Conditions Info
- Curing Schedule:
- Standard: 16 to 24 hours at 25°C.
- Accelerated: 2 hours at 65°C.
- Post-Cure: For maximum chemical resistance, a post-cure of 1 hour at 100°C is recommended.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place between 18°C and 25°C. Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.