3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy
3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy by 3M Industrial Adhesives is a verified Structural Epoxy Adhesive with ASTM D638 Tensile 38.5 MPa, ASTM D648 HDT 82 °C, and US DOT Class 8 Corrosive (UN2735).
Normalized ASTM Technical Parameters (SI & US Imperial)
pgvector HNSW Indexed| ASTM D638 Tensile Strength | 38.5 MPa (5,584 psi) |
| ASTM D648 Heat Deflection Temp (HDT) | 82 °C (180 °F) |
| ASTM D790 Flexural Strength | 56.5 MPa |
| ASTM D2583 Barcol Hardness | 40 |
| ASTM D2196 Brookfield Viscosity @ 25°C | 52000 cPs |
| ASTM D792 Specific Density | 1120 kg/m³ |
| US DOT 49 CFR & Canada TDG Hazmat Class | Class 8 Corrosive • UN: UN2735 |
| Unit Price & B2B Pack Configuration | $51/kg • $1,020 per 19 L Industrial Pail |
Compare 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy vs. Drop-In Equivalents
Published TDS Drop-In Equivalents: ITW Plexus MA310, HK Research MaxGuard NP. Select any verified peer below for a complete side-by-side ASTM D638/D648 delta, cure stoichiometry, and US DOT 49 CFR comparison:
Required Companion Cure Stack, Processes & Applications
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Engineering FAQ: 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy (ASTM & Cure Specification)
1. What are the ASTM D638 Tensile Strength and ASTM D648 HDT specifications of 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy?▼
3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy by 3M Industrial Adhesives (SKU: 3M-DP460-CASE) provides an ASTM D638 Tensile Strength of 38.5 MPa (5,584 psi), ASTM D648 Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of 82 °C (180 °F), ASTM D790 Flexural Strength of 56.5 MPa, and Brookfield viscosity of 52000 cPs.
2. What catalyst or hardener and mix ratio are required for 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy?▼
Required companion cure and process materials for 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy include: Norox MEKP-925H Low-Hydrogen Peroxide Initiator (1.8%), Vinyl Ester Skin-Coat Resin, Divinycell / Corecell Sandwich Cores. Category Engineering Rule: GELCOAT THICKNESS & CURE: Spray at 18–22 mils (450–550 microns) wet film thickness using 1.8% low-water MEKP. Must reach tack-free cure before applying skin-coat laminate.
3. What are the verified US drop-in equivalents for 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy?▼
Approved cross-referenced drop-in equivalents for 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy in the North American ASTM index include ITW Plexus MA310, HK Research MaxGuard NP. Direct head-to-head engineering comparisons are available against ITW Plexus MA310 Structural Methacrylate Adhesive, HK Research MaxGuard NP White Marine ISO/NPG Gelcoat, PRO-SET ADV-176 / ADV-276 Toughened Thixotropic Epoxy Paste.
4. What is the US DOT 49 CFR and Transport Canada TDG Hazmat classification for 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy?▼
3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy is classified under US DOT 49 CFR and Transport Canada TDG as Class 8 Corrosive (UN Number: UN2735). It ships from regional US hubs in Hickory, NC, Danvers, MA, Tampa, FL with a typical lead time of 1-3 Days. When ordered with Class 5.2 Organic Peroxides (MEKP UN3105), 49 CFR § 177.848 hazmat segregation applies.
5. Which composite molding methods (Vacuum Infusion, Hand Layup, RTM) suit 3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy?▼
3M Scotch-Weld DP460 High-Peel Carbon Bonding Epoxy is qualified for Airless / HVLP Spray, Pneumatic Meter-Mix Bonding, Mold Tooling. Primary industrial applications include Hull-to-Deck Flange Bonding, Showroom Marine Gelcoat Finish, Composite Mold Release.
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