Technical Data Sheet

1001 Trout Brook Crossing

Rocky Hill, CT 06067-3910
Hysol® Product M-31CL
Telephone: (860) 571-5100 formerly Durabond M-31CL
FAX: (860) 571-5465
Medical Products, August 2001

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
LOCTITE® Hysol® Product M-31CL is a low-viscosity, epoxy Curing Properties
adhesive. Once mixed, the two-part epoxy cures at room (@ 25°C unless noted) Typical Value
temperature with minimal shrinkage and forms an ultra clear Working Life, minutes 30
Tack Free time (low humidity), minutes 160
adhesive bondline with excellent impact resistance. When
fully cured, the epoxy withstands exposure to a wide range of
chemicals and solvents, and has excellent dimensional TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL
stability over a wide temperature range. (@ 25°C unless noted)
Physical Properties Typical Value
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Dielectric Strength, Volts/Mil 500
Designed for bonding, small potting, staking and laminating Tensile Strength ASTM D638, psi 8,000
applications where optical clarity and excellent structural, Tensile Elongation ASTM D-638, % 8
mechanical, and electrical insulating properties are required. Hardness ASTM D-1706, Shore D 85
Glass Transition Temperature, Tg, °C 70
Bonds most materials including glass, optical fibers, ceramics,
metals, and many rigid plastics. Loctite Product M-31CL
PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
complies with the Loctite ISO-10993 Biocompatibility test
Shear Strength vs Substrate
program. Certificates of Compliance are available through the
(Substrates cured for 5 days @ 22°C)
Loctite Quality Department. Suitable for use in assembly of Substrate Typical Value
disposable medical devices. Lapshear (ASTM D 1002) N/mm
2
(psi)
PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL Grit-Blasted Steel 21.4 3100
Aluminum (Abraded/Acid Etched,3 to 9 mil gap) 29.4 4270
Resin Typical
Aluminum (Anodized) 21.2 3070
Value Range Stainless Steel 13.6 1970
Chemical Type Epoxy Polycarbonate 13.4 1950
Appearance Clear/yellow liquid Nylon 2.4 350
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.10 1.0 to 1.2 Wood (Fir) 12.1 1750
Viscosity @ 25°C, mPa.s (cP) 10,500 9,000 to 12,000
Flash Point (TCC), °C (°F) >93 (>200) Block Shear (ASTM D 4501) N/mm
2
(psi)
Hardener Typical PVC 7.0 1010
ABS 8.4 1220
Value Range
Epoxy 20.6 2980
Chemical Type Amine
Acrylic 1.2 180
Appearance Light colored liquid
Glass 24.4 3540
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.00 0.9 to 1.1
Viscosity @ 25°C, mPa.s (cP) 2,250 1,500 to 3,000
Flash Point (TCC), °C (°F) >93 (>200) TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE
Hot Strength
Mixture Typical Value Test procedure : ASTM D-1002
Appearance Ultra Clear Substrate: Abraded, acid etched aluminum
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.07 Bondline gap, mils: 3 to 9
Mix Ratio (R:H) by Weight 100 to 46 Cure procedure: 12 hours at 65°C & 4 hours at 22°C
by Volume 2 to 1
Tested at temperature.
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE
100
Cure speed
The graph below shows the shear strength developed over
time on abraded, acid etched aluminum lap shears with an 75
average bondline gap of 3 to 9 mils and tested according to
% RT Strength

ASTM D-1002.
50
% of Full Strength on Aluminum

100

75 25

50 0 50 100 150
Temperature, °C

25

0 5min 10min 30min 1hr 3hr 6hr 24hr 72hr 1week 1month
Cure Time, Hours @25°C

NOT FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.

THE TECHNICAL DATA CONTAINED HEREIN ARE INTENDED AS REFERENCE ONLY.
PLEASE CONTACT LOCTITE CORPORATION QUALITY DEPARTMENT FOR ASSISTANCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON SPECIFICATIONS FOR THIS PRODUCT.
ROCKY HILL, CT FAX: +1 (860)-571-5473 DUBLIN, IRELAND FAX: +353-(1)-451 - 9959
 TDS Hysol M-31CL, August 2001

Heat Aging 3. Dual Cartridges: To use simply insert the cartridge into the
Cured for 5 days at 22°C on steel with no induced gap, aged at application gun and start the plunger into the cylinders
temperature indicated and tested at 22°C. using light pressure on the trigger. Next, remove the
200 cartridge cap and expel a small amount of adhesive to be
120°C sure both sides are flowing evenly and freely. If automatic
175 93°C
% Initial Strength at RT

mixing of resin and hardener is desired, attach the mixing

150 150° C nozzle to the end of the cartridge and begin dispensing the
177°C
adhesive. For hand mixing, expel the desired amount of
125
66°C the adhesive and mix thoroughly. Mix approximately 15
100 seconds after uniform color is obtained.
4. For maximum bond strength apply adhesive evenly to both
75
surfaces to be joined.
50 5. Application to the substrates should be made within 30
minutes. Larger quantities and/or higher temperatures will
25 reduce this working time.
6. Join the adhesive coated surfaces and allow to cure at
0 250 500 750 1,000 25°C (77°F) for 24 hours for high strength. Heat up to
Hours 93°C (200°F), will speed curing.
7. Keep parts from moving during cure. Contact pressure is
Chemical / Solvent Resistance necessary. Maximum shear strength is obtained with a 3-9
Cured for 5 days at 22°C on steel with no induced gap, aged mil bond line.
under conditions indicated and tested at 22°C. 8. Excess uncured adhesive can be cleaned up with ketone
type solvents.
Solvent Temp. % Initial Strength retained at
500 hr 1000 hr Storage
Air 87°C 159 152 Product shall be ideally stored in a cool, dry location in
Motor Oil (10W-30) 87°C 160 146 unopened containers at a temperature between 8°C to 28°C
Unleaded Gasoline 87°C 123 111
(46°F to 82°F) unless otherwise labeled. Optimal storage is at
Water/Glycol (50%/50%) 87°C 147 142
Salt/Fog ASTM B-117 73 89
the lower half of this temperature range. To prevent
22°C
95% Relative Humidity 38°C 107 118 contamination of unused product, do not return any material to
Condensing Humidity 49°C 93 94 its original container. For further specific shelf life information,
Water 22°C 104 90 contact your local Technical Service Center.
Acetone 22°C 104 109
Isopropyl Alcohol 124 124 Data Ranges
22°C
The data contained herein may be reported as a typical value
GENERAL INFORMATION and/or range. Values are based on actual test data and are
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen verified on a periodic basis.
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as Note
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials. The data contained herein are furnished for information only
and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
For safe handling information on this product, consult the responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
Material Safety Data Sheet, (MSDS). methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
APPROVALS methods mentioned herein and to adopt such precautions as
Hysol M-31CL has been tested to ISO-10993. It is particularly may be advisable for the protection of property and of persons
suited for use in disposable medical device assemblies. against any hazards that may be involved in the handling and
use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Loctite Corporation
Effects of Sterilization specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
In general, products similar in composition to Loctite Product including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
M-31CL subjected to standard sterilization methods, such as particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Loctite
EtO and Gamma Radiation (25 to 50 kilorays cumulative) show Corporation’s products. Loctite Corporation specifically
excellent bond strength retention. Product M-31CL maintains disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
bond strength after 1 cycle of steam autoclave. It is damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
recommended that customers test specific parts after herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
subjecting them to the preferred sterilization method. Consult interpreted as representation that they are free from
with Loctite for a product recommendation if your device will domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
see more than 3 sterilization cycles. any Loctite Corporation patents that may cover such processes
or compositions. We recommend that each prospective user
Directions for use test his proposed application before repetitive use, using this
1. For high strength structural bonds, removal of surface data as a guide. This product may be covered by one or more
contaminates such as paint, oxide films, oils, dust, mold United States or foreign patents or patent applications.
release agents and all other surface contaminates.
2. Use gloves to minimize skin contact. DO NOT use solvents
for cleaning hands.

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