What factors affect the choice of adhesive for a specific application?

TWI Frequently asked questions

by Anita Buxton

• Materials to be joined (the substrates)
• Quality of the substrate surfaces (e.g. roughness, any surface treatment)
• Forces the joint will be expected to withstand
• Environment in which the joint will be operating (e.g. temperature, humidity)
• Required durability of the joint (its required lifetime)
• Application/process factors (e.g. cure time, volume used, dispensing systems)

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