Adhesives
Which adhesive should I use?
A selection map links bondline geometry, gap filling, impact, flexibility, temperature and production speed to the main adhesive families.
In simple terms
A selection map links bondline geometry, gap filling, impact, flexibility, temperature and production speed to the main adhesive families.
Best for
Selecting a first adhesive family and product form before coupon testing and process qualification.
Watch out for
Adhesive strength alone is not enough: surface preparation, peel stress, bondline thickness, cure and environmental ageing often govern failure.
Typical applications
Composite assembly, sandwich bonding, repairs, inserts, dissimilar-material joints and industrial sealing.
Related tools
Use the calculators to turn these concepts into preliminary engineering estimates.