https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Versaflex TF TPE Solutions for Textile Fabric Product Bulletin.pdf
Versaflex™ TF Adhesive TPE solutions, developed
for adhesive films in laminations with nylon and
polyester textile fabrics, enable brand owners
and OEMs to create a new generation of soft,
stretchable, and breathable fabrics for athletic
apparel such as sportswear and underwear.
Compared to
TPU adhesive films and traditional glue, these new
TPE solutions can deliver a seamless and strong
adhesion to polyester and nylon fabrics, enabiling
a uniform thickness and overall appearance for an
athletic, close-fitting, and non-bruising finish.
Versaflex TF Adhesive TPEs offer easy processing
and shaping, and can also be custom-colored
and cost-efficiently laser-cut.
https://www.avient.com/news/high-temperature-comptek-medical-grade-formulations-polyone-now-available-north-america
These FDA-compliant specialty polymers are already well established in Europe, and appear on the approved materials list of several key OEMs.
https://www.avient.com/stan-tone-fsp-silicone-paste-dispersions
Approved for USP Class VI compliance.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/US_N%2520Baltimore_IATF%252016949_Exp%25209-2021.pdf
IATF 16949:2016
The Quality Management System is applicable to:
Certificate No: 38972
Effective Date: 04 September 2018
Expiration Date: 03 September 2021
Issue Date: 31 December 2018
IATF No: 0328156 Alex Weisselberg, President
DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE OF CUSTOM PVC PLASTISOL AND PVC SLUSH MOLD POWDER
(WITH ADDITIONAL FACILITIES LISTED ON ATTACHED ANNEX)
Certificate Of Conformance
has been assessed by ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. and found to be in conformance with the requirements set forth by:
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ABS Quality Evaluations
PolyOne Corporation
IATF 16949:2016
Certificate Of Conformance
ANNEX
At Below Facilities:
Validity of this certificate may be confirmed at www.abs-qe.com/cert_validation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/IATF 16949 North Baltimore.doc.pdf
WITH ADDITIONAL FACILITIES LISTED ON ATTACHED ANNEX)
has been assessed by ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. and found to be in conformance with the requirements set forth by:
IATF 16949:2016
The Quality Management System is applicable to:
DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE OF CUSTOM PVC PLASTISOL AND PVC SLUSH MOLD POWDER
Certificate No: 38972
Effective Date: 04 September 2021
Expiration Date: 03 September 2024
Revision Date: 04 September 2021
IATF No: 0422162 Dominic Townsend, President
Validity of this certificate is based on the successful completion of the periodic surveillance audits of the management system defined by the above scope and is contingent upon
prompt,written notification to ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. of significant changes to the management system or components thereof.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/TPE_Overmolding_Solutions_for_Engineering_Thermoplastics.pdf
Adhesion Testing and Results
The adhesion between hard engineering plastics and soft elastomer depend on a
lot of variables.
Based on adhesion strength required by the consumer we have
categorized an adhesion value higher than 13 pli to be acceptable for adhesion.
Figure 1: Schematic diagram of peel adhesion testing.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Polystrand Thermoplastic Composite Panel Application _ Install Guide.pdf
POLYSTRAND™
THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot
Withstands harsh conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable
Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format
Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process
Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite
Panels are engineered to provide
simplified installation, long-lasting
components, and overall cost reduction.
G
LA
SS
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P
O
XY
T
AB
M
AT
ER
IA
L
N
O
T
AB
BOTTOM PANEL LEGLENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
420 lbs
191 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
370 lbs
168 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
332 lbs
151 kg
Marine Plywood
2 in
51 mm
984 lbs
446 kg
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core
2 in
51 mm
1298 lbs
589 kg
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA
501 lbs
227 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus MA420
Adhesive
NA
839 lbs
381 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA
1156 lbs
524 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA
1530 lbs
694 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA
1471 lbs
667 kg
Mixed Conditions
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STRENGTH
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 LORD
2281 psi
15.73 MPa
184 psi
1.27 MPa
Substrate
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 ACRALOCK
2211 psi
15.24 MPa
78 psi
0.54 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW
2171 psi
14.97 MPa
262 psi
1.81 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK
2102 psi
14.49 MPa
138 psi
0.95 MPa
Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 LORD
2047 psi
14.11 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:1 ACRALOCK
1966 psi
13.56 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotch-Weld 8010 3M
1907 psi
13.15 MPa
61 psi
0.42 MPa
Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue
1885 psi
13.00 MPa
432 psi
2.98 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader
1873 psi
12.91 MPa
281 psi
1.94 MPa
Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:1 ACRALOCK
1779 psi
12.27 MPa
127 psi
0.88 MPa
Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 LORD
1716 psi
11.83 MPa
190 psi
1.31 MPa
Cohesive
Adhesive
2k Urethane 75452 LORD
1535 psi
10.58 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa
Adhesive
2k Methacrylate PolyFuse
Icon
Containment
1610 psi
11.10 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa
Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic
FA10-05 Blk
C010817
ACRALOCK
724 psi
4.99 MPa
58 psi
0.40 MPa
Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK
722 psi
4.98 MPa
44 psi
0.30 MPa
Cohesive
2k Epoxy
Loctite Epoxy
Instant Mix
Loctite
508 psi
3.50 MPa
81 psi
0.56 MPa
Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Epoxy Gorilla Glue
341 psi
2.35 MPa
198 psi
1.37 MPa
Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy
Loctite Epoxy
Marine
Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brand names of the adhesives are owned by the respective manufacturers.
Reference to them does not indicate any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T
For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners
for specific applications, please contact Avient.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Universal_Polyamide_Overmold_Thermoplastic_Elastomer.pdf
BACKGROUND
ADHESION MECHANISM
Adhesion principles between thermoplastic elastomer and the rigid substrate are governed by
three very important molecular factors which are the foundation of science behind good adhesive
behavior.
1.
In
some instances, good bonding exists even in the mechanism of adhesive failure.
The adhesion is categorized
based on adhesive failure (A)- if no TPE residue is left on the substrate or cohesive failure (C)- if
the failure is in TPE.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/2020-hammerhead-application-install-guide.pdf
HAMMERHEAD™
MARINE COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot
Resistance to harsh marine conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable
Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format
Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process
Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Hammerhead™ Marine Composite
Panels are made from continuous glass-
fiber reinforced thermoplastic face
sheets and polyester foam cores.
Heat Length =
π
2 * Thickness
Radius = S
B
S
T = 400°F
B S
G
LA
SS
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P
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T
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IA
L
TAB TESTING OF VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH (LBS)
PETG Skins
with Plywood Core
1 in
1.5 in
2 in
2400
2820
2748
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 665
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 1084
Marine Plywood 2 in 770
Glass/Epoxy with
Plywood Core 2 in 1055
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core 2 in 919
L-Bracket Installation
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH (LBS)
PETG Skins
with Plywood Core 2 in 2375
Marine Plywood 2 in 770
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core 2 in 797
U-Channel Installation
N
O
T
AB
BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK STRENGTH
(LBS)
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 420
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 332
Marine Plywood 2 in 984
Glass/Polyester with
Balsa Core 2 in 1298
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 501
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 1156
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA 1530
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/in3
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA 1471
Mixed Conditions
ITW Plexus MA420 adhesive was used in all tab
testing installations except where noted.
BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK STRENGTH
(LBS)
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 420
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 332
Marine Plywood 2 in 984
Glass/Polyester with
Balsa Core 2 in 1298
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 501
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 1156
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA 1530
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/in3
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA 1471
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE
MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STRENGTH
(PSI)
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 Lord 2281 184 SubstrateCohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock 2211 78 Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 262 Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 2102 138 Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 Lord 2047 68 Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock 1966 68 Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M 1907 61 Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 432 Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 281 Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock 1779 127 Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 Lord 1716 190 CohesiveAdhesive
2k Urethane 75452 Lord 1535 98 Adhesive
2k Methacrylate Polyfuse Icon Containment 1610 98 Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 AccraLock 724 58 Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 722 44 Cohesive
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 81 Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 198 Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products.
1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T
FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS
Through-Bolting
Best mechanical
locking system
Need back side
access to panel
Screw-In Anchor
Highest pullout
strength
Requires pilot hole
Cup Washer
Spreads
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Ease of use—no
installation torque
limitations
For lower
load attachments
Sheet Metal or
Wood Screw
Readily available,
low cost
Penetrate both skins
for improved pullout
Shoulder Washer
Limits
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners
for specific applications, please contact Avient.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Overmolding_of_Thermoplastic_Elastomers_Engineered_solutions_for_consumer_product_differentiation.pdf
Cohesive (C) or adhesive (A).
The adhesion is
categorized based on adhesive failure (A)- if no TPE residue is left on the substrate or cohesive failure (C)- if the
failure is in TPE.
Based on adhesion
strength required by the consumer we have categorized an adhesion value higher than 12 pli to be acceptable
for adhesion.