41 00... Bonding Steel On Steel

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Overview of topics

Equipment
Preparing the surface
Bonding coat
Hardening times
Subsequent treatment

1.0 Equipment

Sandpaper
Cleaning agent R1
Adhesive K1
Cartridge gun

2.0 Preparing the surface

For better adhesion, remove oxide film and paint from the adhesive areas with a stainless steel wire brush or special sandpaper.
Clean bonding surfaces with cleaning agent R1.
Allow cleaned surfaces to dry for approx. 5 minutes.
Bonding surfaces must be completely dry.

3.0 Adhesive application

Processing temperature of glue cartridge 18 °C - 30 °C.
Object temperature, vehicle and new parts, min. 15°C.
After applying the adhesive, check whether an adhesive component has emerged at the back of the glue cartridge. If yes, break off the bonding procedure. Clean new part. Use new glue cartridge.
Join components and secure in position.
Remove excess adhesive. Do not use solvent cleaning agents.

4.0 Hardening times

Refer to NOTES REGARDING ADHESIVE K1

5.0 Subsequent treatment of bonding surfaces

Protect the repair area with cavity sealant.