Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesives

DP460 Off-White and

DP460NS
Technical Data Sheet September 2017

Product Description 3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesives DP460 Off-White and DP460NS

are high performance, two-part epoxy adhesives offering outstanding
shear and peel adhesion, and very high levels of durability.

Features High shear strength High peel strength

60 minute work life Non sag (DP460NS)
Easy mixing

Typical Uncured Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Physical representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Properties

3M Scotch-Weld 3M Scotch-Weld
Epoxy Adhesive Epoxy Adhesive
Product DP460 Off-White DP460NS

Viscosity (approx.) Base 20,000-50,000 cps 150,000-275,000 cps

@ 73F (23C) Accelerator 8,000-14,000 cps 8,000-14,000 cps

Base epoxy epoxy

Base Resin
amine amine
Accelerator

Color Base white white

Accelerator amber amber

Net Weight Base 9.3-9.7 9.3-9.7

Lbs./Gallon Accelerator 8.8-9.2 8.8-9.2

Mix Ratio (B:A) Volume 2:1 2:1

Weight 2:0.96 2:0.96

Work life, 73F (23C) 20 g mixed 60 minutes 60 minutes

10 g mixed 75 minutes 60 minutes
5 g mixed 90 minutes 60 minutes

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Typical Cured Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Thermal representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Properties

Product 3M Scotch-Weld 3M Scotch-Weld

Epoxy Adhesive Epoxy Adhesive
DP460 Off-White DP460NS
Physical
Off-white Off-white
Color
Shore D Hardness 75-80 78-84
Thermal
Coefficient of Below Tg 59 x 10-6 74.44 x 10-6
Thermal Expansion Above Tg 159 x 10-6 166 x 10-6
(in./in./C)
Thermal Conductivity 0.104 0.104
(btu - ft./ft.2 - hr. - F) @ 45C
Electrical
Dielectric Strength (ASTM D 149) 1100 volts/mil 727 volts/mil
Volume Resistivity (ASTM D 257) 2.4 x 1014 ohm-cm 3.25 x 1015 ohm-cm

Typical Curing Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Characteristics representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Rate of Strength Build-Up
Aluminum, Overlap Shear (7 mil Bondline) (ASTM D 1002-72)
Bonds Tested at 73F (23C)

3MScotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive DP460 Off-White

Time in Oven Cure Temperature
73F (23C) 120F1 (49C) 140F1 (60C)
30 minutes <50 3000/602
60 1300 4500/602
90 4300/602
2 hours 4400/602 4800
3 4800/602
5 400
6 1000
7 3500
24 4000/602

3MScotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive DP460NS

Time in Oven Cure Temperature
73F (23C) 120F1 (49C) 160F1 (71C)
15 minutes 4860
30 10 5250
60 2800 5300
2 hours 1 5050 5470
4 46 5400 5320
6 970 5570 5140
24 4500 5210
This represents the oven temperature to which the bonds were subjected for the prescribed time. The average bondline temperature
1

during the cure time will be somewhat lower than the oven temperature.
2
The value in the denominator is the expected minimum 73F (23C) T-peel strength (piw) measured after the indicated cure cycle.
NOTE: The data in this Technical Data Sheet were generated using the 3M EPX Applicator System equipped with an EPX static mixer,
according to manufacturers directions. Thorough hand-mixing will afford comparable results.

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Typical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Adhesive representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Performance
Characteristics Substrates and Testing
A. Overlap Shear (ASTM D 1002-72)
Overlap shear (OLS) strengths were measured on 1 in. wide 1/2 in. overlap specimens. These
bonds were made individually using 1 in. x 4 in. pieces of substrate except for aluminum. Two
panels 0.063 in. thick, 4 in. x 7 in. of 2024T-3 clad aluminum were bonded and cut into 1 in.
wide samples after 24 hours. The thickness of the bondline was 0.005-0.008 in. All
strengths were measured at 73F (23C) except where noted.
The separation rate of the testing jaws was 0.1 in. per minute for metals, 2 in. per minute for
plastics and 20 in. per minute for rubbers. The thickness of the substrates were: steel, 0.060
in.; other metals, 0.05-0.064 in.; rubbers, 0.125 in.; plastics, 0.125 in.
B. T-peel (ASTM D 1876-61T)
T-peel strengths were measured on 1 in. wide bonds at 73F (23C). The testing jaw
separation rate was 20 inches per minute. The substrates were 0.032 in. thick.
C. Bell Peel (ASTM D 3167)
Bell peel strengths were measured on 1/2 in. wide bonds at the temperatures noted. The
testing jaw separation rate was 6 in. per minute. The bonds are made with 0.064 in. bonded to
0.025 in. thick adherends.
D. Cure Cycle
With the exception of Rate of Strength Build-Up Tests, all bonds, were cured 7 days at 73F
(23C) at 50% RH before testing or subjected to further conditioning or environmental
aging.
Aluminum, Overlap Shear, at Temperature (PSI)

3M Scotch-Weld 3M Scotch-Weld
Epoxy Adhesive Epoxy Adhesive
DP460 Off-White DP460NS
-67F (-55C) 4500 4900
73F (23C) 4500 4650
180F (82C) (15 min.)1 700 1360
(30 min.)1 1000 1810
(60 min.)1 1400 2630
(4 hr.)1 2500 2680
250F (121C) (15 min.)1 220 420
1Represents time in test chamber oven before test.
Metals, Overlap Shear, Tested @ 73F (23C) (PSI)

Aluminum Etched 4500 4500

Oakite degreased 3200 2300
MEK/abrade/MEK 3500 2670
Cold Rolled Steel Oakite degreased 3500
MEK/abrade/MEK 2800 3600
Copper MEK/abrade/MEK 4000 4400
Brass MEK/abrade/MEK 3400
CDA 260 4000
Cartridge 4200
Stainless Steel MEK/abrade/MEK 4000 2400
Galvanized Steel - Oakite degreased
Hot dipped 2000 2480
Electrodeposited 2100 3000

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Typical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Adhesive representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Performance
Characteristics
(continued) Substrates and Testing
Aluminum, T-Peel (PIW), at Temperature
Aluminum, etched (17-20 mil bondline)

3M Scotch-Weld 3M Scotch-Weld
Epoxy Adhesive Epoxy Adhesive
DP460 Off-White DP460NS

-67F (-55C) 5-10 3-5

73F (23C) 60 60
180F (82C) 3-5 20

Metals, T-Peel, Tested @ 73F (23C) (PIW)

Aluminum, etched 17-20 mil bondline 60
not tested
5-8 mil bondline 50
Cold Rolled Steel 17-20 mil bondline
Oakite degreased 40 not tested
MEK/abrade/MEK 25

Aluminum Bell Peel (PIW), at Temperature (ASTM D 3167)

3M Scotch-Weld
Temperature
Epoxy Adhesive DP460NS
-67F (-55C) 19
73F (23C) 77
180F (82C) 39

Other Substrates, Overlap Shear Tested @ 73F (23C)

Surf. Prep.1 Surf. Prep.2

3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive 3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive
Substrate DP460 Off-White DP460NS DP460 Off-White DP460NS

ABS 300 345 575 572

PVC 500 8153 350 3133
Polycarbonate 400 380 500 390
Polyacrylic 220 210 330 270
Polystryene 450 320 4753 490
FRP 800 570 10003 13793
Phenolic 14003 12103 14003 12313
SBR/Steel 1503 130 1403 2393
Neoprene/Steel 100 90 1203 1143
1
Isopropyl Alcohol Wipe. See Surface Preparation Section D for additional information.
2
Isopropyl Alcohol/Abrade/Isopropyl Alcohol: See Surface Preparation Section E for additional
information.
3
Substrate failure

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Typical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered
Adhesive representative or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Performance
Characteristics
Substrates and Testing (continued)
(continued)
Environmental Resistance, Aluminum (Etched)
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Measured by Overlap Shear Tested @ 73F (23C) (PSI) (ASTM D 1002-72)
3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive
DP460NS
DP460 Off-White
Environment Condition DP460 Off-White

73F (23C)/50% RH 30 d2 5200 5460

DP460NS
Distilled Water 30 d, i3 5100 4550
Water Vapor 120F (49C)/100% RH, 30 d 4500 3920
200F (93C)/100% RH, 14 d 3100 3370
Antifreeze/H2O (50/50) 180F (82C), 30 d, i 5000 4400
Isopropyl Alcohol 73F (23C), 30 d, i 5700 5320
Methyl Ethyl Ketone 73F (23C), 30 d, i 4200 4000
Salt Spray (5%) 95F (35C), 30 d 5100 5200
Skydrol LD-4 150F (66C), 30 d, i 3700 5250
1Data reported are actual values from the lots tested and may be higher than values published elsewhere in this Technical Data Sheet.
2 d = days
3 i = immersion

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Environmental Resistance, Galvanized Steels
2
Measured by Overlap Shear Tested @ 73F (23C) (PSI) (ASTM D 1002-72)
Hot Dipped Electrodeposited

3M Scotch-Weld 3M Scotch-Weld
Epoxy Adhesive Epoxy Adhesive
DP460 DP460 DP460 DP460
Environment Condition Off-White NS Off-White NS

73F (23C)/50% RH 30 d3 2200 not tested 2300 not tested

Distilled Water 30 d, i4 2300 not tested 2300 not tested

Water Vapor 120F (49C)/100% RH, 30 d 1900 not tested 2000 not tested
200F (93C)/100% RH, 14 d 1500 1000
Antifreeze/H2O 180F (82C), 30 d, i 2000 not tested 1950 not tested
(50/50)
Isopropyl Alcohol 73F (23C), 30 d, i 2000 not tested 2200 not tested

Methyl Ethyl Ketone 73F (23C), 30 d, i 2000 not tested 2200 not tested

Trichloroethane 73F (23C), 30 d, i 2300 not tested 2300 not tested

Salt Spray (5%) 95F (35C), 30d 1900 not tested 1500 not tested

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Hot dipped or electrodeposited. Galvanized steels may afford a wide spectrum of performance due to the diversity of surfaces
available. The user should test to determine specific performance.
2
Data reported are actual values from the lots tested and may be higher than values published elsewhere in this Technical Data Sheet.
3
d = days
4
i = immersion

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3M EPX 200 ml Applicator Maximum Pressure 58 psi
Pneumatic
Applicator 6mm Nozzle 10mm Nozzle
Adhesive* gms/minute gms/minute
Delivery Rates
3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive DP460 Off-White 31.1 132.0

*Tests were run at a temperature of 70F 2F (21C 1C) and at maximum applicator pressure.

Handling/ Directions for Use

Application 3M Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesives DP460 Off-White and DP460 NS are
Information supplied in dual syringe plastic duo-pak cartridges as part of the 3M EPX
Applicator System. The duo-pak cartridges are supplied in 37 ml, 200 ml and 400
ml configurations. To use the 37 ml cartridge simply insert the duo-pak cartridge
into the EPX applicator and start the plunger into the cylinders using light pressure
on the trigger. Next, remove the duo-pak cartridge cap and expel a small amount of
adhesive to be sure both sides of the duo-pak cartridge are flowing evenly and
freely. If simultaneous mixing of Part A and Part B is desired, attach the EPX mixing
nozzle to the duo-pak cartridge and begin dispensing the adhesive.
With the 200 ml and 400 ml cartridges, the nozzle must be attached before
dispensing any material to prevent unmixed adhesive from getting into the
applicator cartridge holder. A small quantity of material should be discarded until
uniform color, consistency of product and even flow is evident.
When mixing Part A and Part B manually, the components must be mixed in the
ratio indicated in the typical uncured properties section. Complete mixing of the
two components is required to obtain optimum properties.
Two-part mixing/proportioning/dispensing equipment is available for intermittent
or production line use. These systems are ideal for line uses because of their
variable shot size and flow rate characteristics and are adaptable to most
applications.

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Surface Preparation The following surface preparations were used for substrates described in this
Technical Data Sheet.
A. Aluminum Etch
Optimized FPL Etch - 3M (test method C-2803)
1. Alkaline degrease Oakite 164 solution (9-11 oz./gallon water) at 190F
10F (88C 5C) for 10-20 minutes. Rinse immediately in large quantities
of cold running water (3M test method C-2802).
2. Optimized FPL Etch Solution (1 liter):
Material Amount
Distilled Water 700 ml plus balance of liter (see below)
Sodium Dichromate 28 to 67.3 grams
Sulfuric Acid 287.9 to 310.0 grams
Aluminum Chips 1.5 grams/liter of mixed solution
To prepare 1 liter of this solution, dissolve sodium dichromate in 700 ml of
distilled water. Add sulfuric acid and mix well. Add additional distilled water
to fill to 1 liter. Heat mixed solution to 66 to 71C (150 to 160F). Dissolve
1.5 grams of 2024 bare aluminum chips per liter of mixed solution. Gentle
agitation will help aluminum dissolve in about 24 hours.
To FPL etch panels, place them in the above solution at 150 to 160F (66 to
71C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
Note: Review and follow precautionary information provided by
chemical suppliers prior to preparation of this etch solution.
3. Rinse immediately in large quantities of clear running tap water.
4. Dry air dry approximately 15 minutes followed by force dry at 140F
(60C) maximum for 10 minutes (minimum).
5. Both surface structure and chemistry play a significant role in determining
the strength and permanence of bonded structures. It is therefore advisable
to bond or prime freshly primed clean surfaces as soon as possible after
surface preparation in order to avoid contamination and/or mechanical
damage. Please contact your 3M sales representative for primer
recommendations.
B. Oakite Degrease
Oakite 164 solutions (9-11 oz./gallon of water) at 190F 10F (88C 5C) for 2
minutes. Rinse immediately in large quantities of cold running water.
C. MEK/Abrade/MEK
Wipe surface with a methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) soaked swab, abrade and wipe
with a MEK soaked swab.* Allow solvent to evaporate before applying adhesive.
D. Isopropyl Alcohol Wipe
Wipe surface with an isopropyl alcohol soaked swab.* Allow solvent to evaporate
before applying adhesive.
E. Isopropyl Alcohol/Abrade/Isopropyl Alcohol
Wipe surface with an isopropyl alcohol soaked swab, abrade using clean fine grit
abrasives, and wipe with an isopropyl alcohol soaked swab.* Then allow solvent
to evaporate before applying adhesive.

*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights,
and follow the manufacturers precautions and directions for use.

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Storage Store products at 60-80F (15-27C) for maximum shelf life.

Shelf Life These products have a shelf life of 15 months in original containers at room temperature.
Bulk containers have a shelf life of 2 years in their unopened containers.

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