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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
1. DESCRIPTION
BD530 is a two-part methacrylate, structural bonding adhesive designed for the structural
bonding of various substrates, including fiberglass, steel, aluminum, and various plastics.
Combined at a ratio of 1:1, BD530 has a working time of 25 to 40 minutes and achieves nearly
90 percent of its ultimate strength in 90 to 150 minutes at room temperature curing. BD530
provides high strength bonds to the above reference surfaces with generally no preparation
effort. BD530 bonds very strongly to steel, stainless steel, and aluminum metals.
countertops. BD530 comes with excellent toughness and high impact strength.
Company Identification: Big Dog Adhesives LLC.
435 Harrison Street
Elkhart, IN 46516-2717
Toll-free: 833-BIG-DOGG (833-244-3644)
Fax: 833-BIG-DOGZ (833-244-3649)
Website: www.bigdogadhesives.com lou@bigdogadhesives.com
2. CHARACTERISTICS :
Room Temperature Cure Properties
Working Time 25 to 40 minutes (at 75 F/ 24 C)
Fixture Time 70 to 150 minutes (at 75 F/ 24 C)
Can be Moved In 180 minutes
Operating Temp. -40F F to 180 F (-40 C to 82 C)
Gap Filling .75 inches
Mixed Density 8.1 lbs/gal (.96 g/cc)
Flash Point 51 F (11 C) See SDS for more safety information
3. CHEMICAL RESISTANCE:
Excellent Resistance to: Susceptible to:
Hydrocarbons Polar Solvents
Acids and Bases Super Strong Acids and Bases
Vinegar
Wine and Condiments
Most Household Foods
4. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Uncured: Resin Activator
Viscosity(cps) 130,000 250,000 130,000 250,000
Color Translucent Amber/Black/White
Density (lbs/gal) 8.2 8.0
Mix Ratio (wt or vol) 1.0 1.0
Mixer Recommendation Cartridge (200/400ml): MFQ 08-24T Square 24 element
White/Green Mix Tips (1:1)
5. MECHANICAL PROPERTIES:
BD530 Structural Methacrylate Adhesive
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Tensile Strength (ASTM D638) Substrate Results Failure Type
Strength, psi ABS 1000 — 1500 Cohesive
Strength, psi Steel/Stainless Steel 1,800 2,500 Cohesive
Strength, psi Aluminum 1,800 2,500 Cohesive
6. HANDLING AND APPLICATION:
BD530 resin (Part A) and activator (Part B) are flammable. Contents include Methacrylate ester and
acids. Keep containers closed after use. Wear gloves and safety glasses to avoid skin and eye
contact. Wash with soap and water after skin contact. In case of eye contact, flush with water for 15
minutes and get medical attention. Harmful if swallowed. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep
away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Do not smoke cigarettes or anything else while handling or
near the product. Refer to the BD530 Safety Data Sheet for more complete safety instruction. To
assure maximum bond strength, surfaces must be mated together within the specified working time,
and all clamps affixed within that time. Use sufficient material to ensure that the joint is completely
filled when parts are mated and clamped. Avoid over clamping parts, which may cause a dry joint or
a joint starved of adhesive. All adhesive application, part positioning, fixturing, and clamping should
occur before the working time of the adhesive has expired. After the indicated working time, parts
must remain undisturbed until the fixture time is completed. Components bonded, adhesive, and
shop temperature can have a significant effect on the work and fixture time of the adhesive.
Application of BD530 adhesive at temperatures between 65 F and 85 F (18 C and 30 C) will ensure
proper cure. Temperatures below 65 F (18 C) will slow cure and fixture speed. BD530 adhesives will
still react, but will take longer. Temperatures above 85 F (18 C and 30 C) will increase cure and
fixture speeds, and there s a risk that the adhesive will be hardened or too thick to bond materials.
The viscosities of BD530 adhesives are affected by temperature.
NOTE: Because of the curing features of BD530 adhesives, large amounts of heat are generated
when large masses of material are mixed at one time. The heat generated by the exotherm resulting
from mixing large amounts of adhesive can result in a boiling of the monomer in the adhesive (methyl
methacrylate), resulting in the release of trapped air, steam and volatile gasses. To prevent this, use
only enough material as needed for use within the working time for the product, and confine the gap
or spread out the material to no more than .50 inches.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
The shelf life of BD530 is nine (9) months from the date of manufacture based upon continuous
storage at room temperature (77 F or 25 C). Storage of BD530 adhesives in refrigerated
compartments will extend the shelf life even more. Do not store BD530 adhesive or any other
adhesives in a refrigerator which has food or lunch products in them. Be sure to bring BD530
adhesives to room temperature for 24 hours before use, otherwise longer cure and fixture times may
be expected. Long-term storage at temperatures above room temperature will shorten the shelf life of
BD530 adhesives considerably. Storage at temperatures above 100 F or 38 C could shorten the
shelf life to less than one month. BD530 adhesives contain no water, so freezing of the adhesive for
short periods is permissible, but is not encouraged.
8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
NOTE: Information contained herein is based on tests we believe to be reliable and accurate. It is
offered in good faith for the benefit of the consumer. The Company shall not be liable for any injury,
loss, or damage in the use or handling of its chemical products since conditions and use are beyond
our control. In every case, we urge and recommend the user conduct tests to determine to their
own satisfaction that the product is of acceptable quality and suitability for their particular purpose
under their own operating conditions. Statements concerning possible use of our products are not
intended as recommendations to use our products in the infringement of any patent, or for any
particular purpose or application. These products are intended for industrial use only.