Technical Data Sheet
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Hysol® Product E-60NC
formerly Durabond E-60NC
Industrial Version, August 2001
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
LOCTITE® Hysol® Product E-60NC is a flowable, industrial
grade epoxy potting compound with extended work life. Once
mixed, the two-part epoxy cures at room temperature to form a
rigid, black encapsulant that is non-corrosive to metallic
components on PC Boards and electronic assemblies. The
fully cured epoxy provides excellent environmental and
chemical resistance, and acts as an electrical insulator.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Designed for bonding, potting and encapsulating electrical
components which are sensitive to corrosion. Used in
electronic applications, for component attachment to boards,
housing assembly and potting.
PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL
Resin Typical
Value Range
Chemical Type Epoxy
Appearance Black liquid
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.10 1.0 to 1.2
Viscosity @ 25°C, mPa.s (cP) 6,200 5,200 to 7,200
Flash Point (TCC), °C (°F) >93 (>200)
Hardener Typical
Value Range
Chemical Type Amine
Appearance Pale yellow liquid
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.00 0.9 to 1.1
Viscosity @ 25°C, mPa.s (cP) 13,000 12,000 to 14,000
Flash Point (TCC), °C (°F) >93 (>200)
Mixture Typical Value
Appearance Black Opaque
Specific Gravity @ 25°C 1.05
Mix Ratio (R:H) by Weight 100 to 91
by Volume 1 to 1
TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE
Cure speed
The graph below shows the shear strength developed over
time on abraded, acid etched aluminum lap shears with an
average bondline gap of 3 to 9 mils and tested according to
ASTM D-1002.
Cure Time, Hours @25°C
5min 10min 30min 1hr 3hr 6hr 24hr 72hr0
25
50
75
100
% of Full Strength on Aluminum
1week 1month
Curing Properties
(@ 25°C unless noted) Typical Value
Working Life, minutes 60
Tack Free time, minutes 180
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL
(@ 25°C unless noted)
Physical Properties Typical Value
Dielectric Strength, Volts/Mil 550
Tensile Strength ASTM D638, psi 6,800
Tensile Elongation ASTM D-638, % 8
Hardness ASTM D-1706, Shore D 85
Glass Transition Temperature, Tg, °C55
PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL
Shear Strength vs Substrate
(Substrates cured for 5 days @ 22°C)
Substrate Typical Value
Lapshear N/mm
2
(psi)
Grit-Blasted Steel 18.1 2630
Aluminum (Abraded/Acid Etched, 3 to 9 mil gap) 21.4 3110
Aluminum (Anodized) 7.9 1150
Stainless Steel 7.8 1130
Polycarbonate 5.9 850
Nylon 1.3 190
Wood (Fir) 11.1 1610
Block Shear N/mm
2
(psi)
PVC 4.6 670
ABS 6.5 940
Epoxy 14.8 2140
Acrylic 1.2 180
Glass 13.9 2020
TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE
Hot Strength
Test procedure : ASTM D-1002
Substrate: Abraded, acid etched aluminum
Bondline gap, mils: 3 to 9
Cure procedure: 12 hours at 65°C & 4 hours at 22°C
Tested at temperature.
0
25
50
75
100
% RT Strength
Temperature, °C
15010050
TDS Hysol E-60NC, August 2001
Loctite and Hysol are Trademarks of Loctite Corporation U.S.A.
Heat Aging
Cured for 5 days at 22°C on steel with no induced gap, aged at
temperature indicated and tested at 22°C.
250 5000
25
50
75
100
% Initial Strength at RT
Hours
750 1,000
125 66°C
93°C
120°C
177°C
150° C
Chemical / Solvent Resistance
Cured for 5 days at 22°C on steel with no induced gap, aged
under conditions indicated and tested at 22°C.
Solvent Temp. % Initial Strength retained at
500 hr 1000 hr
Air 87°C108 110
Motor Oil (10W-30) 87°C104 82
Unleaded Gasoline 87°C96 101
Water/Glycol (50%/50%) 87°C95 101
Salt/Fog ASTM B-117 22°C59 85
95% Relative Humidity 38°C102 100
Condensing Humidity 49°C78 81
Water 22°C89 94
Acetone 22°C78 64
Isopropyl Alcohol 22°C98 90
GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as
a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.
For safe handling information on this product, consult the
Material Safety Data Sheet, (MSDS).
Directions for use
1. For high strength structural bonds, removal of surface
contaminates such as paint, oxide films, oils, dust, mold
release agents and all other surface contaminates.
2. Use gloves to minimize skin contact. DO NOT use solvents
for cleaning hands.
3. Dual Cartridges: To use simply insert the cartridge into the
application gun and start the plunger into the cylinders
using light pressure on the trigger. Next, remove the
cartridge cap and expel a small amount of adhesive to be
sure both sides are flowing evenly and freely. If automatic
mixing of resin and hardener is desired, attach the mixing
nozzle to the end of the cartridge and begin dispensing the
adhesive. For hand mixing, expel the desired amount of
the adhesive and mix thoroughly. Mix approximately 15
seconds after uniform color is obtained. Bulk Containers:
Mix thoroughly by weight or volume in the proportions
specified in Properties of Uncured Material section. Mix
vigorously approximately 15 seconds after uniform color is
obtained.
4. For maximum bond strength apply adhesive evenly to both
surfaces to be joined.
5. Application to the substrates should be made within 60
minutes. Larger quantities and/or higher temperatures will
reduce this working time.
6. Join the adhesive coated surfaces and allow to cure at 25°C
(77°F) for 24 hours for high strength. Heat up to 93°C
(200°F), will speed curing.
7. Keep parts from moving during cure. Contact pressure is
necessary. Maximum shear strength is obtained with a 3-9
mil bond line.
8. Excess uncured adhesive can be cleaned up with ketone
type solvents.
Storage
Product shall be ideally stored in a cool, dry location in
unopened containers at a temperature between 8°C to 28°C
(46°F to 82°F) unless otherwise labeled. Optimal storage is at
the lower half of this temperature range. To prevent
contamination of unused product, do not return any material to
its original container. For further specific shelf life information,
contact your local Technical Service Center.
Data Ranges
The data contained herein may be reported as a typical value
and/or range. Values are based on actual test data and are
verified on a periodic basis.
Note
The data contained herein are furnished for information only
and are believed to be reliable. We cannot assume
responsibility for the results obtained by others over whose
methods we have no control. It is the user's responsibility to
determine suitability for the user's purpose of any production
methods mentioned herein and to adopt such precautions as
may be advisable for the protection of property and of persons
against any hazards that may be involved in the handling and
use thereof. In light of the foregoing, Loctite Corporation
specifically disclaims all warranties expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, arising from sale or use of Loctite
Corporation’s products. Loctite Corporation specifically
disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental
damages of any kind, including lost profits. The discussion
herein of various processes or compositions is not to be
interpreted as representation that they are free from
domination of patents owned by others or as a license under
any Loctite Corporation patents that may cover such processes
or compositions. We recommend that each prospective user
test his proposed application before repetitive use, using this
data as a guide. This product may be covered by one or more
United States or foreign patents or patent applications.
