Technical Data Sheet

LOCTITE® EA 3425
Known as Hysol 3425
October -2019

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Mixed Properties

LOCTITE® EA 3425 provides the following product Pot Life @ 25 °C, minutes:
characteristics: 200 g mass 55 to 105LMS
Technology Epoxy
Chemical Type Epoxy
Appearance (Resin) Light beige pasteLMS
Appearance (Hardener) Light beige pasteLMS TYPICAL CURING PERFORMANCE
Appearance (Mixture) Yellow / white paste Fixture Time
Components Two part - Resin & Hardener Fixture time is defined as the time to develop a shear strength of 0.1
N/mm².
Viscosity Thixotropic Fixture Time, @ 22 °C, hours 4
Mix Ratio, (by volume) 1 : 1
Resin : Hardener
Mix Ratio, (by weight) 100 : 100
Resin : Hardener Cure Speed vs. Time/Temperature
Cure Room temperature cure after mixing LOCTITE® EA 3425 develops high strength at room
Application Bonding temperature within 24 hours. The rate of cure will depend on
Key Substrates Metals , Ceramics, Rigid plastics and the ambient temperature, elevated temperatures may be used
Wood to accelerate the cure. The graph below shows the shear
strength developed with time on grit blasted steel lap shears at
LOCTITE® EA 3425 is a two component, high viscosity, different temperatures and tested according to ISO 4587.
thixotropic epoxy adhesive which cures at room temperature 125
% of Full Strength on GBMS

after mixing. It is a general purpose, non sag adhesive which

develops high strength on a wide range of substrates. The 100
thixotropic properties enable this adhesive system to bond 80 °/ 100 °C 40 °C 25 °C
rough vertical surfaces made from metal, ceramic, rigid plastics 75
or wood through gaps of up to 3 mm.
50
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF UNCURED MATERIAL
Resin Properties 25
Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 1.34 to 1.4LMS
Flash Point - See SDS
0
Viscosity, Brookfield - RVT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP): 5min10min 30min1h 3h 6h 24h 72h 1wk 1mth
Spindle 7,, speed 5 rpm 1,500,000 to 3,500,000 Cure Time
Viscosity @ 25 °C, mPa·s (cP), :
Cone and Plate Rheometer 4,000 to 8,000LMS
TYPICAL PROPERTIES OF CURED MATERIAL
4 mm thick samples cured for 7 days @ 22 °C
Hardener Properties
Physical Properties :
Specific Gravity @ 25 °C 1.37 to 1.45LMS
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ISO 11359-2, K-1:
Flash Point - See SDS
Temperature Range: 20 °C to 35 °C 44×10-6
Viscosity, Brookfield - RVT, 25 °C, mPa·s (cP):
Temperature Range: 55 °C to 200 °C 173×10-6
Spindle 7,, speed 5 rpm 100,000 to 300,000

1.2 mm thick samples cured for 7 days @ 22 °C

Physical Properties :
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Coefficient of Thermal Conductivity, ISO 8302, 0.28 TYPICAL ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE

W/(m-K) Cured for 7 days @ 22 °C
Shore Hardness, ISO 868, Durometer D 70 to 80 Lap Shear Strength , ISO 4587:
Glass Transition Temperature, ASTM E 1640, °C 63 Mild Steel (grit blasted)
Elongation , ISO 527-3,% 3
Tensile Strength, ISO 527-3 N/mm² 27
(psi) (3,900) Hot Strength
Tensile Modulus , ISO 527-3 N/mm² 1,350 Tested at temperature
(psi) (200,000) 30
Compressive Strength, ISO 604 N/mm² 65

Shear Strength - N/mm²

(psi) (9,400) 25
Electrical Properties: 20
Volume Resistivity, IEC 60093, Ω·cm 1×1015
Surface Resistivity, IEC 60093, Ω 400×1015 15
Dielectric Constant / Dissipation Factor, IEC 60250:
1-kHz 4.4 / 0.02 10
1-MHz 3.9 / 0.04
10-MHz 3.7 / 0.05 5

0
-55 -35 -15 5 25 45 65 85 105
Temperature, °C

Heat Aging
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE OF CURED MATERIAL Stored at temperatures indicated and tested at 22°C.
Adhesive Properties 175

% Initial Strength @ 22 °C
Cured for 7 days @ 22 °C, tested at 22 °C. 150
Lap Shear Strength , ISO 4587:
Steel (grit blasted) N/mm² 25 to 30 125
100 °C
(psi) (3,500 to 4,400)
Stainless steel (grit blasted) N/mm² 10 to 12.5 100 125 °C
(psi) (1,500 to 1,800)
75 150 °C
Aluminum (abraded) N/mm² 7 to 13
(psi) (1,000 to 1,900) 50
Aluminum (etched) N/mm² 18 to 22
(psi) (2,600 to 3,200) 25
Galvanized Steel (HD) N/mm² 11 to 16
(psi) (1,600 to 2,300) 0
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000
Zinc dichromate N/mm² 12 to 15 Exposure Time, hours
(psi) (1,700 to 2,200)
Brass N/mm² 9 to 15
(psi) (1,300 to 2,200) Chemical/Solvent Resistance
GRP (smooth skim side) N/mm² 0.6 to 1.2 Immersed in conditions indicated and tested at 22 °C.
(psi) (90 to 170) % of initial strength
Phenolic N/mm² 2.5 to 3.5 Environment °C 500 h 1000 h
(psi) (360 to 510)
Acetone 22 80 70
ABS N/mm² 0.4 to 0.5
(psi) (60 to 70) Motor oil 22 115 95
Polycarbonate N/mm² 2 to 4 Sodium hydroxide, 10% 22 85 75
(psi) (290 to 580) Acetic Acid, 10% 22 80 50
Hardwood (Mahogany) N/mm² 8 to 14
(psi) (1,200 to 2,000) Sodium Chloride, 7.5% 22 100 55
Softwood (Red Deal) N/mm² 8 to 10 Sulfuric Acid, 6.5% 22 90 80
(psi) (1,200 to 1,500) Water 60 100 100
180° Peel Strength, ISO 8510-2: Water 90 90 90
Mild Steel (grit blasted) N/mm 1.5 to 2.5 Water/glycol 50/50 87 15 5
(lb/in) (9 to 15) Gasoline 87 85 80
Impact Resistance , ISO 9653: Humidity, 98% RH 40 100 100
Mild Steel Blocks (grit blasted) kJ/m² 15.5
(ft-lbs/in²) (7.4)
GENERAL INFORMATION
This product is not recommended for use in pure oxygen
and/or oxygen rich systems and should not be selected as

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a sealant for chlorine or other strong oxidizing materials.

Material removed from containers may be contaminated during
For safe handling information on this product, consult the use. Do not return product to the original container. Henkel
Safety Data Sheet, (SDS). Corporation cannot assume responsibility for product which
has been contaminated or stored under conditions other than
Where aqueous washing systems are used to clean the
those previously indicated. If additional information is required,
surfaces before bonding, it is important to check for
please contact your local Technical Service Center or
compatibility of the washing solution with the adhesive. In
Customer Service Representative.
some cases these aqueous washes can affect the cure and
performance of the adhesive.
Conversions
(°C x 1.8) + 32 = °F
Directions for use kV/mm x 25.4 = V/mil
1. For best performance surfaces for bonding should be mm / 25.4 = inches
clean, dry and free of grease. For high strength structural N x 0.225 = lb/F
bonds, special surface treatments can increase the bond N/mm x 5.71 = lb/in
strength and durability. psi x 145 = N/mm²
2. To use, resin and hardener must be blended. Product can MPa = N/mm²
be applied directly from dual cartridges by dispensing N·m x 8.851 = lb·in
through the mixer head supplied. Discard the first 3 to 5 N·m x 0.738 = lb·ft
cm of bead dispensed. Using bulk containers, mix N·mm x 0.142 = oz·in
thoroughly by weight or volume in the proportions mPa·s = cP
specified in the Product Description Matrix. For hand
mixing, weigh or measure out the desired amount of resin Disclaimer
and hardener and mix thoroughly. Mix approximately 15 Note:
seconds after uniform color is obtained. The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
3. It is recommended that this product is not mixed and knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. The product
cured in bulk quantities of greater than 4 kg as excessive can have a variety of different applications as well as differing application and
heat build-up can occur. Mixing smaller quantities will working conditions in your environment that are beyond our control. Henkel is,
therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
minimize the heat build-up. and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
4. Apply the adhesive as quickly as possible after mixing to applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own
one surface to be joined. For maximum bond strength prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
apply adhesive evenly to both surfaces. Parts should be written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
assembled immediately after mixed adhesive has been except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
applied. injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
product liability law.
5. For working life please see section 'Typical Properties of
Uncured Material'. Higher temperatures and larger In case products are delivered by Henkel Belgium NV, Henkel Electronic
quantities will shorten this working time. Materials NV, Henkel Nederland BV, Henkel Technologies France SAS and
Henkel France SA please additionally note the following:
6. Keep the assembled parts from moving during cure. The In case Henkel would be nevertheless held liable, on whatever legal ground,
joint should be allowed to develop full strength before Henkel’s liability will in no event exceed the amount of the concerned delivery.
subjecting to any service loads.
In case products are delivered by Henkel Colombiana, S.A.S. the following
7. Excess uncured adhesive can be wiped away with organic disclaimer is applicable:
solvent (e.g. Acetone). The information provided in this Technical Data Sheet (TDS) including the
8. After use and before adhesive hardens, mixing and recommendations for use and application of the product are based on our
knowledge and experience of the product as at the date of this TDS. Henkel is,
application equipment should be cleaned with hot soapy therefore, not liable for the suitability of our product for the production processes
water. and conditions in respect of which you use them, as well as the intended
applications and results. We strongly recommend that you carry out your own
prior trials to confirm such suitability of our product.
Loctite Material SpecificationLMS Any liability in respect of the information in the Technical Data Sheet or any other
LMS dated July -26, 2005. Test reports for each batch are written or oral recommendation(s) regarding the concerned product is excluded,
except if otherwise explicitly agreed and except in relation to death or personal
available for the indicated properties. LMS test reports include injury caused by our negligence and any liability under any applicable mandatory
selected QC test parameters considered appropriate to product liability law.
specifications for customer use. Additionally, comprehensive
controls are in place to assure product quality and
consistency. Special customer specification requirements may
be coordinated through Henkel Quality.

STORAGE:
Store product in the unopened container in a dry location.
Storage information may be indicated on the product container
labeling.

Optimal Storage: 8 °C to 21 °C. Storage below 8 °C or

greater than 28 °C can adversely affect product properties.

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In case products are delivered by Henkel Corporation, Resin Technology
Group, Inc., or Henkel Canada Corporation, the following disclaimer is
applicable:
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, Henkel Corporation specifically
disclaims all warranties expressed or implied, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, arising from sale or use
of Henkel Corporation’s products. Henkel 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 Henkel
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.

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