Product Introduction
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Instant Adhesive CA8 is a low-viscosity cyanoacrylate adhesive formulated for high strength and superior impact resistance. This powerful adhesive creates durable bonds on a wide variety of substrates, including metals, plastics, and rubbers. Its fast-curing nature allows it to reach handling strength in under 40 seconds, with a full cure achieved in 24 hours, significantly boosting productivity for rapid assembly tasks. Easily applied from a flexible squeeze bottle, 3M™ CA8 provides a thin, strong bond line and achieves an overlap shear strength exceeding 2,000 psi, making it a reliable choice for demanding applications.
3M™ CA8 Features
- High Strength and Impact Resistance: Engineered to withstand shock, impact, and vibration.
- Multi-Substrate Bonding: Bonds effectively to metals, plastics, and rubbers.
- Rapid Set Time: Reaches handling strength in under 40 seconds for fast-paced work.
- Low Viscosity: Easily applied from the bottle and wicks into tight spaces.
- Durable Bond: Creates a strong, long-lasting bond on a variety of substrates.
3M™ CA8 Applications
- Gasket Attachment: Provides a tough, impact-resistant bond for gaskets.
- Small Joint Assembly: Ideal for assembling small parts that require high strength.
- Jewelry Assembly: Offers durable bonding for jewelry components.
- Orthopedics and Footwear: Suitable for bonding applications in footwear and orthopedic devices.
- Quick Repairs: Perfect for rapid repairs on metals, plastics, and rubbers.
About Prostech
Prostech Philippines is a one-stop solution provider for specialty materials and equipment across electronics manufacturing, from PCBA to final assembly. Our core material and equipment solutions include:
- PCB Assembly Materials
- Cleaning & Degreaser
- Circuit Board Protection
- Thermal Management Solutions
- EMI Shielding
- General Assembly Adhesives
- Elastomeric Materials
- Process Equipment: Potting & Coating Systems, UV/ Heat Curing, Plasma Treatment, Tape placement automation, and cleaning machines
Technical Added Value to customer
Prostech offers customized material and process equipment solutions with engineering support throughout R&D, production process optimization, and performance validation. Our in-house lab located in Alabang, Muntinlupa is equipped to conduct electronics material testing, application simulation, and adhesive validation, helping customers reduce the need for onsite trials and accelerate implementation.
International Supply Chain Advantage
Regional warehouse hubs across Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines ensure cross-border reliable supply. In Philippines PEZA-bonded warehouse located at Lima Industrial Park, Batangas enables Prostech to provide responsive, demand-based delivery and significantly shortens standard lead time for Philippines customers.
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Typical Properties
| Adhesive Type | Instant Adhesive |
| Brands | Scotch-Weld™ |
| Container Size (Imperial) | 0.07 Ounce, 1 fl oz (US), 1 lb |
| Container Size (Metric) | 0.45 g, 2 ml, 29.57 kg |
| Design Challenges | Impact & Shock Absorption |
| For Use On | High Surface Energy, Glass & Ceramics, Wood, Plastic (Polyolefins, Thermoplastic Elastomers, High Performance Nylon), Flexible Foam (Latex, Urethane), Fabric, Felt, Cork & Fibrous Glass, Leather, Metal, Paper & Cardboard, Rubber (Except EPDM), EPDM Rubber, Rigid Foam (Urethane, Beadboard Styrene), Plastic (ABS, PVC, Acrylic, Flexible Vinyl), Smooth |
| Full Cure Time | 24 Hours @ 72 F (22 C) |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Both |
| Industries | Specialty Vehicle, Woodworking, Metalworking, Signage, Electronics, Construction, Consumer Goods, General Industrial, Medical, Military & Government, MRO, Transportation |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 82 °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 180 °F |
| Net Weight (Imperial) | 0.07 oz, 1 oz, 1 lb |
| Net Weight (Metric) | 2 g, 28.3 g, 453 g |
| Physical Form | Liquid |
| Product Color | Transparent |
| Product Form | Tube |
| Product Type | Instant Adhesive |
| Set Time | 5-40 Seconds |
| Shear Strength | 2000 psi |
| Smallest Saleable Unit | Each, Bottle |
| Specific Gravity | 8.7 Pound Per Gallon (US) |
| Storage Temperature (Celsius) | 22°C |
| Storage Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 72 Degree Fahrenheit, 72 F (22 C) |
| Units per Case | 1.0, 12.0, 24.0 |
| Viscosity | Self-leveling |
| Viscosity Range (cps) at Room Temperature | 70-130 |
| Volume (Imperial) | 1 fl oz |
| Work Time | 5-40 Seconds |
