Product Introduction
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Adhesive Film AF 6 is an unsupported, thermosetting nitrile-phenolic adhesive film developed for the structural bonding of metals. It is engineered to provide high peel strength, good flexibility, and robust shear strength at service temperatures from -67°F to 180°F (-55°C to 82°C). A key advantage of 3M™ AF 6 is its one-hour heated cure rate, which accelerates production cycles and enhances productivity. As a dry film, it eliminates the mess, waste, and cleanup associated with liquid adhesives while ensuring a precise bond line thickness. This adhesive is ideal for primary structural applications in aerospace, offering superior strength retention and sonic fatigue durability.
3M™ AF 6 Features:
- Provides good flexibility and shear strength at service temperatures ranging from -67°F to 180°F (-55°C to 82°C).
- Easy application as a dry film, which can be pressure, heat, or solvent tacked into position.
- Exhibits excellent strength retention after aging in various environmental conditions.
- Features a one-hour cure rate that enables faster production and higher productivity.
- Designed to meet numerous customer specifications in the aerospace and industrial sectors.
- Nitrile-phenolic formulation offers superior performance in high-temperature environments compared to some liquid epoxies.
- Reduces waste and eliminates messy cleanup associated with liquid adhesives.
3M™ AF 6 Applications:
- Structural bonding of metals in aerospace and industrial manufacturing.
- Applications that require a combination of high peel strength and shear strength.
- Precision bonding in components with tight tolerances where bond line consistency is crucial.
- Situations where long-term strength retention after environmental aging is a critical requirement.
- Primary structures in commercial aircraft that demand high sonic fatigue durability.
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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| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Adhesive Type | Nitrile Phenolic |
| Application | Bonding |
| Cure Rate | 1 hr |
| Curing Temperature (Celsius) | 177 ℃ |
| Curing Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 350 ℉ |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | 82 ℃ |
| Maximum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | 180 ℉ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Celsius) | -55 ℃ |
| Minimum Operating Temperature (Fahrenheit) | -67 ℉ |
| Product Color | Yellow |
| Product Form | Roll |
| Storage Environment | Refrigeration Storage |
| Substrate | Metal |
| Dimensions and Classifications | |
| Overall Length (Imperial) | 36 yd |
| Overall Length (Metric) | 33 m |
| Overall Width (Imperial) | 5 in, 20 in |
| Overall Width (Metric) | 127 mm, 508 mm |
