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Scotch-Weld
TM
Epoxy Adhesive
1469
Technical Data February, 2016
Product Description 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive 1469 is a one-part, 100% solids,
thermosetting liquid adhesive.
Advantages • Exceptionally high strength at service temperatures from -70°F to 300°F (-57°C to
149°C).
• No volatile by-products are given off during cure. This unique property makes
Scotch-Weld 1469 particularly useful for bonding impervious surfaces and enables
curing under minimal pressure. Only pressures sufficient to insure contact between
mating surfaces are required.
• Easy application by knife coating, trowel, roller coating, pump and high pressure
injection methods.
• Excellent retention of strength after aging in typical environments.
Typical Physical Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
Properties or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Base: Modified Epoxy Resin
Solvent: None
Color: White to Cream
Net Weight: 10.0 ± 0.2 lbs./gallon
Flash Point: 220°F (104°C) (CC)
Flow Initiation Temperature: 60°F (16°C)
Consistency: Flowable Syrup
Viscosity: 40,000-80,000 cps
Cure Initiation Temperature: 280-300°F (138-149°C)
Application 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive 1469 can be applied by a spatula, knife
Characteristics coating, notched trowel, or by extruding into place. Standard equipment is
available which allows pumping directly from five-gallon pails. When extruded
through a Pyles-Semco cartridge (3/32" orifice 55 psi line pressure), the delivery
rate at 72°F (22°C) is approximately 40 grams/ minute. A lower viscosity for ease
of application can be obtained by warming Scotch-Weld 1469 to 100-120°F (38-
49°C). Note: Scotch-Weld 1469 may start to thicken if held at 120°F (49°C) for
more than 3 hours.
3M™ Scotch-Weld™
Epoxy Adhesive
1469
Equipment Suggestions Pump – 9 to 1 ratio minimum, double acting, divorced design, ball type check valve,
11 cubic inch/cycle, with 41/4" air motor.
Primer – Disc type inductor plate.
Caution: Care should be taken not to incorporate air into the adhesive during
application. Entrapped air can expand during cure to give a porous and
weakened bond.
Directions for Use Surface Preparation: A thoroughly cleaned, dry, grease free surface is essential for
optimum performance. Cleaning methods which will produce a breakfree water
film on metal surfaces are generally satisfactory. Surface preparations should be
fully evaluated with the adhesive, especially if the need for resistance to specific
environments is anticipated.
Recommended Cleaning Procedure for Aluminum:
1. Alkaline Degrease – Oakite 164 solution (9-11 oz./gallon of water) at 190 ± 10°F
(88 ± 5°C) for 10-20 minutes. Rinse immediately in large quantities of cold
running water.
2. Acid Etch* – Place panels in either of the following solutions for 10 minutes at
150 ± 5°F (67 ± 2°C).
A (FPL Etch*) B
Distilled Water 30 parts 30 parts
Sulfuric Acid (con.) 10 parts 10 parts
Sodium Dichromate 1 part 4 parts
3. Rinse – Rinse panels in clear running water.
4. Dry – Air dry, 15 minutes. Force dry, 10 minutes at 150 ± 10°F (67 ± 5°C).
5. It is advisable to coat the freshly cleaned surfaces with adhesive within 4 hours
after surface preparation.
*When using etch solutions, proper protective equipment for eyes, skin and
respiratory system should be used.
Adhesive Layup:
Care should be taken to avoid contaminating adhesive and cleaned aluminum.
Contamination could hinder wetting action of the adhesive and cause inferior bonds.
Bond Line Thickness:
Optimum performance is obtained with a 2-5 mil cured bond line thickness.
Cleanup:
Excess adhesive and equipment may be cleaned up, prior to curing, with ketone*
type solvent.
*Note: When using solvents, extinguish all ignition sources, including pilot lights,
and follow manufacturer’s precautions and directions for use.
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Epoxy Adhesive
1469
Cure Conditions Flow and Cure Initiation Temperatures:
Normal flow and cure initiation temperatures for 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy
Adhesive 1469 are as follows:
Flow Temperature: 60°F (16°C)
Cure Initiation Temperature: 280-300°F (138-149°C)
Cure Pressure: The only pressure needed during the cure of Scotch-Weld 1469 is
that required to keep parts in alignment and to overcome distortion and thermal
expansion in the adherends.
Cure Temperature: The cure temperature may be varied from 300°F to 450°F
(149°C to 232°C), depending on the materials being bonded, equipment available
and bond properties desired. Scotch-Weld 1469 will wet the surface to which it has
been applied. Heating at temperatures above 300°F (149°C) will chemically convert
the adhesive into a high strength solvent-resistant bond. Cure temperatures in excess
of 400°F (204°C) yield useful, but lower than optimum strengths. At these
temperatures the time cycle must be determined for specific application. Bond line
temperature rise rates from 2°F to 200°F (-17°C to 93°C) per minute can be used
without affecting strength properties. Curing ovens must be vented to the outdoors.
Caution: Large volumes of Scotch-Weld 1469, if heated rapidly at
temperatures above 300°F (149°C), will exotherm and char. This
will generally occur if an adhesive thickness of greater than 1/8"
thick is cured.
Cure Time: Cure time depends on the cure temperature used, methods of heat
application, production limitations and bond properties required. Since no two
bonding operations are exactly alike, it is suggested that a few simple experiments
be conducted, varying both temperature and cure time to determine optimum
conditions for the particular application.
Suggested Cure Cycle The following cure cycle is suggested to obtain dense bond lines and was used to
obtain the strengths reported in the product performance section:
1. Apply a pressure of 25 psi prior to reaching a bond line temperature of 150°F
(67°C) and maintain throughout the cycle. (Pressure was used to insure flat test
panels.)
2. Raise the bond line temperature from ambient to 350°F (177°C). Bonds were
placed in a hot press @ 350°F (177°C) and cooled to below 200°F (93°C) prior
to removal.
3. Cure for 120 ± 1 minutes at 350 ± 2°F (177 ± 1°C).
4. Cool to below 200°F (93°C) bond line temperature prior to release of pressure.
(In laboratory tests, panels have been removed at 350°F (177°C) with no adverse
effects.)
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Epoxy Adhesive
1469
Performance Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative or
Characteristics typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Test
Result
Test Condition (Average)
A. Tensile Shear
1. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) 3695 psi
2. 10 minutes @ 300°F (149°C) 3633 psi
3. 300°F (149°C) after 192 hours @ 300°F (149°C) 2260 psi
4. 10 minutes @ -67°F (-55°C) 3150 psi
5. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 30 Days Salt Water Spray 3081 psi
6. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 30 Days @ 120°F (49°C) 3025 psi
& 95-100% Relative Humidity
7. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 30 Days Immersion in Tap Water 3603 psi
8. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 7 Days Immersion in JP-4 Fuel 2766 psi
9. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 7 Days Immersion in Anti-icing Fluid 2766 psi
10. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 7 Days Immersion in Hydraulic Oil 2659 psi
11. Normal Temperature (75°F [24°C]) After 7 Days Immersion in Type III 2651 psi
Hydrocarbon Fluid
B. Creep Rupture
12. Normal Temperature [75°F (24°C)] 192 hours @ 1600 psi .0000"
13. 300°F (149°C) 192 hours @ 800 psi .0000"
C. Fatigue
14. Normal Temperature [75°F (24°C)] 750 psi @ 106 Cycles No
failure
Storage Store 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive 1469 at 40°F (4°C) or lower for
optimum storage life. The product should be permitted to thoroughly warm to room
temperature before opening in order to prevent moisture condensation on the adhesive
surface. Rotate stock on a “first in - first out” basis.
Handling 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Epoxy Adhesive 1469 has a shelf life of 15 months from the date
of shipment from 3M when stored in its original unopened container at 40°F (4°C) or
below. Shelf life is 24 months if stored at 0°F (-18°C) or below.
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Epoxy Adhesive
1469
Precautionary Refer to Product Label and Safety Data Sheet for health and safety information before using this product.
For additional health and safety information, call 1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501.
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