How to Bond UHMW to Steel

How to Bond UHMW to Steel
Published: Oct 3, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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Step 1

Put on a pair of nitrile gloves. Clean and clear off a suitable work surface to avoid the chance of accidental application of the adhesive to any other objects.

Step 2

Roughen the surface of the UHMW with a sheet of 120-grit sand paper.

Step 3

Clean the surface of the UHMW with a cloth soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Also at this time, use an alcohol-soaked cloth to wipe down the surface of the steel to remove any debris, oil or other material that could hinder the bond.

Step 4

Mix the BONDiT B45-TH epoxy resin and hardener according to the manufacturer's instructions (this will either be in a 1:1 or a 2:1 ratio).

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Step 5

Apply the epoxy evenly and uniformly over the entire surface of the UHMW where you would like to bond it to the steel, then slowly and evenly press the two materials together. Set them aside for 24 hours to allow the epoxy to cure.

Warnings

Wear gloves during the entire application procedure to avoid risk to your skin.

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Brandy Alexander

Brandy Alexander has been writing professionally since 2001. She is a glass artist with a Web design and technical writing background. Alexander runs her own art-glass business and has been a contributor to "Glass Line Magazine" as well as…

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