Adhesive activators
Primery – aktywator do kleju
Glue activator is a means aimed at accelerating the action of the adhesive substance. In this way, you can easily and quickly combine the objects and objects of interest to us. This activator affects the adhesive, resulting in faster drying of the adhesive due to a chemical reaction occurring between the adhesive and the activator. The activator is also known as a catalyst, reactor, hardener or accelerator. Primers are substances that are applied to a hard-adhesive surface that we want to weape with the second surface. They are applied in a timely manner before gluing so that the solvent can evaporate before applying the adhesive. After evaporation, the adhesion of surfaces that are inactive or poorly adhesive is increased.
Adhesives primers and activators
Polyolefins are non-polar materials that are commonly used in production. They have weakly adhesive surfaces with such low surface tension that simply using glue will not create a strong bond. Non-polar materials include, among others: PP, PE, PTFE, and silicone rubber. In workshop conditions, the only effective way to increase adhesion is to use a special primer for polyolefins. Activators and primers are used to improve the bonding of difficult-to-bond materials.
In the Power Rubber assortment, we have auxiliary products that increase the adhesion of materials that are difficult to bond.
What is the purpose of using primers with glue?
Primer is used to increase adhesion on surfaces that are difficult to bond. Any unevenness after applying the primer is leveled out, creating a larger bonding surface. Applying the primer is perfect for bonding plastics (increases adhesive strength). This is a product that needs to be spread on various surfaces early enough for the solvent to evaporate before applying the adhesive.
Cyanoacrylate adhesive primer
Cyanoacrylate adhesives (instant adhesives, CA) are characterized by fast curing time. A primer for cyanoacrylate adhesive changes the surface structure of the bonding material, ensuring effective adhesion of the glue.
Cyanoacrylates exhibit high adhesion to almost any substrate. For plastics such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), silicone, the use of a primer (undercoat) is required.
The primer for plastic adhesive should be applied first. Only then should the adhesive be applied.
What is the purpose of using an activator with glue?
Special activator-accelerator in an aerosol is a substance that catalyzes the polymerization reaction of acrylic and anaerobic adhesives, or it can also act as an accelerator for such reaction for cyanoacrylate adhesives (CA adhesives). The oxygen-free activator is a preparation dedicated to accelerating the hardening of all liquid and anaerobic pastes. It is a readily available and widely used product when materials are inactive (e.g., plastic or passive metals). The activator for non-adhesive surfaces can also act as an accelerator, and furthermore, it improves the adhesion of CA adhesives, reducing the formation of so-called "blooms" on the glued surface.
Adhesive activator (also known as adhesion promoter, accelerator, reactor, catalyst) helps harden adhesives for faster bonding of surfaces. It can be used in situations that require immediate bonding. The hardener can be applied before or after applying the adhesive to the bonding surface. Before applying the adhesive activator, the bonding surface should be cleaned. Excessive activator can weaken the adhesive's effectiveness.
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Primers - adhesive activator available in the PowerRubber offer.
An adhesive activator is used to increase the curing speed. It is applied before or after applying the adhesive to speed up the bonding process. It is transparent. A primer is a substance that enhances adhesion. A primer for cyanoacrylate adhesive is used for difficult-to-bond materials. A primer for plastics adhesive (e.g., PP, PE, PTFE) chemically alters the surface structure, allowing for better bonding. Adhesive primers are quick and easy to apply.
At Power Rubber, we offer primers and adhesive activators with high efficiency, reducing bonding time and improving adhesion even in challenging conditions. Our products are compatible with various industrial adhesives and ensure durable bonds. We guarantee competitive prices, fast shipping, and expert technical advice.