Aerospace & Aviation

Bacon Adhesives LCA-4 is a reactive-chemistry epoxy adhesive that meets NASA's outgassing requirements. It is known as "gyro-grade" and offers excellent chemical resistance, good dimensional stability, and a low coefficient of thermal expansion. This adhesive is commonly used for hermetic sealing of metal, ceramic, glass, and other substrates in space exploration applications.

Royal Sealants WS-8020RC Class B is a specialized polysulfide sealant meticulously formulated to offer exceptional fuel, pressure, and weather resistance. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including general-purpose sealing and commercial aviation, where durability and reliability are paramount.

Fiber Resins EY3804 is an epoxy resin known for its excellent performance in the composite field repair applications. It is considered a permanent solution, capable of withstanding service temperatures effectively. This epoxy resin exhibits exceptional performance in hot water immersion and offers excellent thermal properties.

Royal Sealants WS-8033 is a versatile polysulfide sealant specifically designed for general-purpose sealing applications. Its adaptability makes it suitable for a wide range of uses, including general-purpose sealing as well as applications in space exploration. This sealant provides reliable performance and durability in various industries and environments.

Royal Sealants WS-8035 Class B is a rapid-cure and lightweight polysulfide sealant specifically formulated for fuel tank sealing applications in the space exploration industry. Its fast curing properties and low weight make it an ideal choice for ensuring secure and reliable seals in the demanding environment of space exploration.

Royal Sealants Bacon Adhesives WS-8072 is a polysulfide adhesive known for its excellent corrosion protection for aluminum alloys and dissimilar metals. Its fast curing system improves productivity, while its low density offers up to 30% weight savings. With outstanding elastomeric properties and strength retention, it withstands exposure to jet fuel, aviation gasoline, hydraulic fluids, oils, and lubricants. The adhesive exhibits high temperature resistance, reaching intermittent operational temperatures of up to 360°F. It demonstrates exceptional adhesion to multiple metals, composites, primers, and coatings commonly used in modern aircraft. Furthermore, it is non-nutrient-containing and fungus-resistant. This adhesive is primarily utilized for filet and butt joint surface sealing of aircraft structures in the commercial aviation industry.

Cilbond® 12E is a solvent-based primer with high-temperature resistance. It provides excellent corrosion resistance and substrate protection. It is used in conjunction with CILBOND 80ET as a high-performance primer for rubber-to-metal bonding. It offers outstanding temperature resistance, glycol resistance, and corrosion performance, making it suitable for high-temperature and aggressive environments. It is commonly used in the manufacturing of high-performance rubber-to-metal bonded parts in industries such as agricultural and construction machinery, MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations), aerospace, and automotive.

Royal Sealants WS-8070 Class B is a filet-grade polysulfide sealant that is meticulously crafted for corrosion inhibition. It is primarily employed in corrosion-inhibitive sealing applications within the military and defense sectors. This sealant offers reliable protection and is specially designed to meet the stringent requirements of these industries.

Bacon Adhesives Thermally Conductive 442 is a thermally conductive polyurethane adhesive with low outgassing properties. It is specifically designed for bonding glass diodes or other stress-sensitive components. This adhesive offers excellent electrical properties and high flexibility. It is well-suited for circuit board assembly and protection in space exploration applications.

Cilbond® 24 is a one-coat rubber-to-metal adhesive designed for general-purpose elastomers. It provides superior performance compared to standard primer and topcoat solutions. This adhesive offers significant process improvements and delivers long-term end-use performance. One of the key advantages of Cilbond® 24 is its exceptional corrosion protection, which helps enhance the durability and longevity of bonded parts.

Cilbond® 80ET is a solvent-based rubber bonding agent topcoat known for its exceptional rubber-to-metal bonding properties. It bonds various general-purpose elastomers and offers versatility in bonding EPDM, HNBR, NBR, NR, ECO, and other elastomers. It is commonly used in rubber-to-metal bonding applications, including high-performance timing belts.

Bacon Adhesives P-182 is a highly filled, high-performance epoxy adhesive. It is a reactive-chemistry epoxy that exhibits low thermal expansion and excellent dimensional stability. This adhesive meets NASA's outgassing requirements and is non-magnetic. With its high strength and high modulus, Bacon Adhesives P-182 is ideal for high reliability and high-performance applications in space exploration.

H.B. Fuller EY2562 is designed to fill the need for a strong, pourable, and lightweight filler for honeycomb core panels. It can be used to pot fasteners or as an edge closeout after the panel is trimmed to contour. It is fire retardant, resistant to long exposure to 350°F, and cures at room temperature in thicknesses in excess of one inch.

H.B. Fuller EY3010 is a two-part, thixotropic epoxy compound. It is designed for use with Shur-Lok fasteners to achieve high strength and dependable bonded inserts in honeycomb panels. The handling properties of these products are similar. However, the H.B. Fuller EY3010 is designed for the lowest weight. It is available within NASA limits because it has the low volatile content required for space applications. H.B. Fuller EY3010 A/B is qualified for LAC 30-8036A.

H.B. Fuller EY2536 is a very lightweight, easily spread epoxy compound for edge filling sandwich panels used in aircraft interiors. It wipes in cleanly and can be sanded smooth after an overnight cure at room temperature. H.B. Fuller EY2536 is self-extinguishing when tested per FAR 25.853, Appendix F.