{"product_id":"nextite-ab204","title":"NEXTITE AB204 Ultra Clear Methacrylate Structural Adhesive","description":"\u003ch3\u003eShort Product Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 is an ultra clear methacrylate adhesive that delivers high strength and dependable performance when bonding plastics, metals and composites with minimal surface preparation. It provides a high strength bond with a fast working time of 1-2 minutes, making it ideal for structural and general assembly applications that require an ultra clear appearance. The medium viscosity allows for easy, controlled application with slight flowability across a wide range of materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 is an ultra clear, high-performance, two-part methyl methacrylate (MMA) structural adhesive engineered for demanding bonding applications. Designed for fast, reliable bonding of engineering plastics, metals, and composite materials, NEXTITE AB204 offers exceptional strength, durability, and ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a fast working time of 1 to 2 minutes and fixture time of 4 - 5 minutes, this adhesive is perfect for production lines that need a fast cure and ultra clear adhesive. It allows for efficient assembly without the need for extensive surface preparation or primers. It is particularly suited for bonding thermoplastics, powder-coated metals, raw metals, and composite assemblies where high strength and impact resistance is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 delivers rapid strength development at room temperature, along with excellent toughness, fatigue resistance, and long-term durability. Its slightly flowable formulation allows for easy dispensing and superior wetting of close fitting joints without excessive run off. It also provides some gap filling capabilities of up to around 3mm. This adhesive is the go-to solution for industrial manufacturing, plastic fabrication, transportation, signage, general assembly and repairs where consistent performance, an ultra clear finish and structural integrity are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications and Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 bonds to a variety of substrates they include but aren’t limited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastics: Acrylic (PMMA), Polycarbonate (PC), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetals: Aluminium, Steel, Stainless Steel, Powder Coated Surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposites: Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP), Carbon Fibre (CF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther: Glass, Wood, MDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 will not adhere to plastics with a low surface energy such as Polypropylene (PP), Polyethylene (PE) or Polyolefins. These plastics can be structurally adhered to with NEXTITE AB206 and NEXTITE Cyanoacrylates also have a great bond when using NEXTITE SP 901 Primer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSome applications of NEXTITE AB200 include:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignage and Displays: Perfect for channel letter \/ built up letter assembly and other display applications that require multi material bonding and an ultra clear adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransport Industry: Used to bond plastics, composites or metals when adhesive bond-line could be visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine: Used to bond plastics, composites or metals when adhesive bond-line could be visible.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Equipment and Manufacturing: Used in machinery and appliance assembly for strong, impact- and vibration-resistant joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive: Bonding structural or cosmetic repair of automotive parts for example: headlight repairs, attaching or repairing trim pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVersatility of NEXTITE AB204\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile bond strength is important, it’s not the only factor to consider when selecting an adhesive. Once fully cured, NEXTITE AB204 delivers a range of additional benefits that can make a real difference depending on your application. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen fully cured NEXTITE AB204 can be sanded, grinded, routed and polished to get your desired finish. You can even paint over it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat Chemical Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh resistance to weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in indoor and outdoor applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproofing when applied correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Temperature resistance -55 to 125°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTools and Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 requires the use of a compatible dual cartridge dispensing applicator and static mixer nozzles, sold separately. Both the 50mL and 400mL Cartridges use standard 1:1 Ratio dual cartridge dispensing applicators and static mixers. It is important to use the correct applicator and mixer for each cartridge size, as 1:1 ratio systems are not compatible with other ratios cartridges and accessories. Each cartridge type requires the matching dispensing applicator and static mixer designed specifically for its ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e50mL Tubes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/50ml-1-1-static-mixing-dispenser\"\u003eDispensing Applicator: Manual 50mL 1:1 Dispensing Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/50ml-1-1-manual-plunger\"\u003eManual Hand Plunger for 1:1 50mL Cartridges (for one time use)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/50ml-1-1-static-mixer-type-b\"\u003eStatic Mixer Nozzles: 1:1 50mL Quadro B Type Standard Tip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e400mL Tubes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispensing Applicator: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/400ml-1-1-static-mixing-dispenser\"\u003eManual 400mL 1:1 Dispensing Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/medmix-mixpac-dm2x-1-1-400ml\"\u003ePremium Manual 400mL 1:1 Dispensing Applicator \u003c\/a\u003e| \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/medmix-dp2x-1-1-2-1-400ml\"\u003ePneumatic 400mL 1:1 Dispensing Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e | Electric 400mL 1:1 Dispensing Applicator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtra Static Mixer Nozzles: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/400ml-1-1-static-mixer-f-type\"\u003e1:1 400mL Quadro F Type (Green – White Base)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 216.532px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAdhesive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMethyl Methacrylate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eUltra Clear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMix Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eKey Substrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eMetals, Plastics and Composites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eViscosity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e10,000 CPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMaximum Gap Fill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWorking Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1 - 2 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFixture Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e3 - 5 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFull Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e24 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eOperating Temperatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e- 55 to 125°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrength Tests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 117.563px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e Substrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eLap Shear Strength psi (MPa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAluminium (Grit Blasted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1275 (8.8) AF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAcrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1250 (8.5) SF \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1800 (12.5) SF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCarbon Fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1550 (10.6) AF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCarbon Fibre to Aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.8799%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1100 (7.7) AF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSF – Substrate Failure, FT - Fibre Tear, CF - Cohesive Failure, CP -\u003cbr\u003eCoating Pull, AF - Adhesive Failure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChemical Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistant To:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrocarbons, Salt Solutions, Acids and Bases (3-10pH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSusceptible To:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polar Solvents, Strong Acids and Bases\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a static mixer nozzle to accurately mix the contents of the 1:1 cartridge. Each cartridge includes one Static Mixer Nozzle Green 1:1, and you can purchase more in 5, 10 and 50 packs from our store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will also require a 1:1 Static Mixing Dispenser to push the contents through the static mixer. This is the best way to apply it and get accurate, dependable results every time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts to be joined should fit without forcing and be clean, it is recommended to use NEXTITE PROPREP prior to applying any product to remove any oils, dust and dirt. It is important to let out any air bubbles and ensure adhesive is fully mixed by dispensing the first part of the cartridge onto some paper. This is to make sure the two separate parts are fully mixed and is generally the first 2-3mL. Apply adhesive directly from the static mixer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress parts together in firm contact and use a clamp to secure while the glue reacts. NEXTITE AB204 will achieve a working strength within 3-5 min and full cure strength within 24 hours. You have approximately 1-2 minutes to work with the glue before it starts to set off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check the TDS for material suitability and strength of each bond. For a tutorial how to use please refer to our YouTube Chanel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShelf Life, Storage and Pack Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 has a 9 Month Shelf Life when stored correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight, an enclosed cabinet is recommended, to extend the shelf life of this product. Keep the open container tightly closed do not leave open. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50mL and 400mL Cartridges as well as bulk for high volume use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEXTITE AB204 Technical Data Sheet | NEXTITE AB204 Material Safety Data Sheet\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NEXTITE","offers":[{"title":"50mL","offer_id":47614691049621,"sku":"NEXTITE-AB204-50","price":34.85,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mL","offer_id":47614691082389,"sku":"NEXTITE-AB204-400","price":134.35,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/9834\/4085\/files\/NextiteComingSoonPhoto.png?v=1765689026","url":"https:\/\/nextite.com.au\/products\/nextite-ab204","provider":"Nextite Adhesives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}