ALPHA ADHESIVE DUNLOP THIXOFIX CONTACT ADHESIVE

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THIXOFIX Thixotropic Toluene Free Contact Adhesive

Description

Alpha Thixofix Contact Adhesive has been developed for the specific aim of making

simple the bonding of laminated plastics to wood and other substrates, whilst maintaining

the well proven efficiency of ordinary contact adhesives.

EASE OF USE

The following application characteristics of Thixofix make this product simple to use.

* Thixofix is thixotropic. It is a gel, similar to non-drip paint, so it spreads like butter. It

does not spill and cuts out the mess normally associated with ordinary contact

adhesives.

* When bonding normal sized sheets of laminated plastics, the unique "slideability" of

Thixofix allows the accurate positioning of materials. For large sheets of laminate use

Trade Formula Thixofix.

* A free plastic spreader is supplied with each purchase.

Application

Alpha Thixofix was primarily manufactured for bonding laminated plastics to wood,

hardboard, chipboard, etc.

Thixofix is a very versatile adhesive and will bond laminated plastics, rigid PVC, cork,

rubber, leather, fabrics, wood, painted and unpainted metal, hardboard, plaster,

plasterboard, chipboard, etc.

Technical Data

Coverage per litre: 2.5 - 3 sq metres. Coverage reduces on absorbent surfaces.

Minimum Open Joint 10-15 minutes depending on temperature and absorbency of

Time: materials. Do not bond until both surfaces are "touch dry".

Cleaner: T 559 (TF)

Heat Resistance 70°C

Flash Point - 5°C

Method of use

Surfaces to be bonded must be clean, dry and free from dust, oil or grease. Do not stir

the adhesive. The materials to be bonded should be dry and free from dust, grit, oil and

grease.

On absorbent surfaces, such as plywood, hardboard and plasterboard, a primer coat of

Thixofix may be necessary.

Firstly, hold the Alpha spreader UPRIGHT and spread a uniform coat of adhesive over

BOTH surfaces to be bonded. This will help to ensure the correct amount of adhesive is

applied. A useful tip when using the spreader is to ensure that the ridges of adhesive run

vertically on one surface and horizontally on the other. Take special care that all edges

are properly coated with adhesive.

Secondly, allow the Thixofix to become "touch dry", (normally this will be 10-15 minutes,

although this can be longer in cold, damp conditions), but no longer than 25 minutes.

Another useful tip; the easiest way to establish whether the adhesive is in the correct

condition for bonding, is by touching the adhesive surface lightly with the knuckles.

Check different parts of the coated surfaces, particularly the area last coated. Check that

the adhesive DOES NOT transfer to the skin, bonding can take place. Remember,

bonding must take place within 25 minutes of the two surfaces being coated.

BONDING

Bring the materials VERY GENTLY together. It is always advisable to position the

materials in exactly the desired position. However, one of the big advantages of Thixofix

is that it has unique "slideability" and does allow you to make small adjustments to

normal sized sheets of laminate, provided that initially both surfaces are "touch dry" and

brought together gently. Then press the two surfaces together with FIRM, even

pressure, ensuring that no area is missed.

When bonding impervious surfaces together, e.g. rigid plastic, metal, etc., a better bond

will be obtained if the two surfaces are thoroughly abraded by using, for example, a

rough emery cloth or wire brush. Both surfaces should then be cleaned before applying

the adhesive.

For edging strips, the same bonding instructions apply, but in the case of very porous

wood simply use one coat of Thixofix as a primer. Wait until "touch dry" and then apply

the main coat of Thixofix and follow normal instructions.

Thixofix will bond strongly, forming a powerful, permanent bond.

PAINTED SURFACES

Thixofix can be successfully used on painted surfaces, but since these can vary greatly

the following test is recommended.

Spread Thixofix onto an unimportant small portion of the painted surface, allow drying for

30 minutes and check to see that the paint has not suffered or shown any signs of

peeling.

Health & Safety

See separate health and safety data sheet.

Storage and Shelf Life

Stored in well sealed containers, Thixofix will keep satisfactorily for up to 24 months,

from date of manufacture.Thixofix must be protected from frost and stored between 5 –

25oC.

Important Notice

Whilst all reasonable care is taken in the compilation of this data sheet, it is the

customer's responsibility to determine the suitability of the product for the desired

application.