Epoxy vs Urethane Structual Adhesives

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jimmo
Published: April 11, 2010Posted in: Body and Frame RepairTags:

panel bondEpoxy vs Urethane Structual Adhesives
The choice that plagues are industry, speed or performance? Urethane products hold a great place in the industy and have brought us quicker repairs, leading to lower cycle time and increased customer satisfaction. When it comes to chosing a urethane structual adhesive over an epoxy you should always be asking yourself if it’s worth it.

  Advantages 
Urethane  Quick dryingFair Corrosion Resistance
Epoxy  Superior AdhesionSuperior Strength

Superior Corriosion Resistnace

Superior Compatibility (can apply any polyester filler/primer over it)

Can be heated to achieve cure times close to a urethane

Most are OEM Approved

This table pretty well sums up the comparison. When choosing the type of adhesive you want holding on your panels & holding your bumpers together, consider the quality an epoxy has to offer over a urethane adhesive.

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Epoxy vs Urethane Structual Adhesives

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