EVO-STIK SAFE 80 is a non-flammable polychloroprene rubber latex based adhesive which changes from white to translucent when dry. It is economical in use and gives excellent bond strength and good heat resistance. RECOMMENDED USE · EVO-STIK SAFE 80 can be used for bonding most types of materials such as textiles, rubbers and plastic laminates to wood, plywood, chipboard etc. · It may also be used for bonding smooth porous surfaces of concrete or plaster as well as canvas and expanded polystyrene. · Non-porous materials such as metals and painted surfaces may be bonded provided that the adhesive films are allowed to dry completely before the bond is made. SURFACE PREPARATION · Substrates to be bonded should be perfectly clean dry and free from dust and grease. · Smooth or polished surfaces should first be roughened with fine abrasive. · Rubber and similar materials, must be abraded well and then the bonding area vigorously wiped with a cloth damped with Evo-Stik Adhesive Cleaner (a solvent-based cleaner). Without such treatment a poor bond will result. · If degreasing is necessary, use Evo-Stik Adhesive Cleaner. APPLICATION · EVO-STIK SAFE 80 is suitable for application by brush, paint pad, paint roller, sponge or spray techniques. · The use of a notched or serrated spreader is not recommended as too much adhesive will be applied and this will take very much longer to dry. · Thoroughly stir the contents of the container before use. · Application by Paint pad or by Roller is very quick and applies a smooth thin layer of adhesive which will dry reasonably quickly. · Both surfaces to be bonded should be coated with an even coat of adhesive and allowed to dry. · Porous surfaces such as plaster may require a second coat. The milky white opaque adhesive becomes nearly clear when dry. · The adhesive dries by evaporation of water into the atmosphere and on porous substrates also by absorption of the water into the pores. · The drying time is very dependent on substrate, coating weight, temperature and humidity. Under normal conditions the film dries in 30 minutes. · The process can be accelerated by warming e.g. by radiant heat or by passage of a current of warm air over the surface. · It is often economical to batch apply the adhesive and then bond after a set period, say 3 hours. BONDING · Bring the two dry, coated surfaces into contact, preferably, within 120 minutes of drying and press together over the entire bond area. · Apply as much pressure as possible by hand roller, static press or nip roller without causing damage. Sustained pressure is not necessary.
COVERAGE: Approximately 9m2 per litre on a single surface when applied by roller. SHELF LIFE: Up to 12 months from the date of manufacture when stored as shown below: STORAGE: Store under dry conditions between 5OC and 25OC. COLOUR: White (translucent when dry) PACKAGING Code: 539006 5 Litre tubs x1 HEALTH AND SAFETY: Available separately in file named as the packaging code above. TYPICAL ADHESIVE CHARACTERISTICS Physical Form: Mobile aqueous emulsion Colour: White (Translucent when dry) Chemical Type: Polychloroprene latex/resin blend Solvent: Water Viscosity (Brookfield RVT, 50rpm at 20°C): Thixotropic, approximately 9500 mPas Solids Content: Approx. 53% Specific Gravity: Approx. 1.2 Flammability: Non flammable