SlideShare a Scribd company logo
TALAT Lecture 4701



                     Adhesive Bonding -
                    Terms and Definitions
                                  20 pages, 24 figures

                                      Basic Level

                                   prepared by
                     Lutz Dorn, Technische Universität, Berlin




Objectives:

− to define the terms and definition of adhesive bonding of metals
− to describe the basic physical/chemical characteristics of adhesive bonding
− to describe the characteristics and the properties of adhesives used in metal bonding

Prerequisites:

− general background in production engineering and material science
− background in the physics and chemistry of metallic surfaces and polymer science




Date of Issue: 1994
 EAA - European Aluminium Association
4701 Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding

Table of Contents


4701 Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding .......................................2
  4701.01 Definition and Application of Adhesive Bonding .................................... 3
    Adhesive bonding of aluminium..............................................................................3
     Classification of adhesive bonding ..........................................................................3
     Load distribution of joints........................................................................................4
     Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining.................................................4
     Structure of an adhesive joint ..................................................................................5
     Adhesion and cohesion ............................................................................................6
     Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces ......................................7
     Bond types in adhesive joints...................................................................................8
     Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds).........................................................8
     Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds) ....................................................9
     Failure of adhesive joints .......................................................................................10
  4701.02 Classification, Characteristics and Properties of Adhesives.............. 10
    Classification of adhesives.....................................................................................10
     Physically bonding adhesives ................................................................................11
     Chemically reacting adhesives...............................................................................12
     Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer structure 12
     Structure of adhesives ............................................................................................13
     Properties of duromeres .........................................................................................14
     Properties of amorphous thermoplastics................................................................14
     Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics .......................................................15
     Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive ...............................16
     Creep properties of adhesive layers .......................................................................17
     Variation of creep strength with temperature ........................................................17
     Temperature stability of different adhesive basis ..................................................18
  4701.03 Literature/References ............................................................................ 19
  4701.04 List of Figures............................................................................................ 20




TALAT 4701                                                      2
4701.01 Definition and Application of Adhesive Bonding

            •          Adhesive bonding of aluminium
            •          Classification of adhesive bonding
            •          Load distribution of joints
            •          Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining
            •          Structure of an adhesive joint
            •          Adhesion and cohesion
            •          Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces
            •          Bond types in adhesive joints
            •          Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds)
            •          Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds)
            •          Failure of adhesive joints


Adhesive bonding of aluminium

Adhesive joining is defined as the process of joining parts using a non-metallic
substance (adhesive) which undergoes a physical or chemical hardening reaction
causing the parts to join together through surface adherence (adhesion) and internal
strength (cohesion) (Figure 4701.01.01).




                                                      Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium




                                                alu
                                                             Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium   4701.01.01
         Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Classification of adhesive bonding

In the German standards DIN 8580 and 8593, adhesive joining is classified within the
manufacturing processes in the main group joining, the group combination of substances
and the subgroup adhesive joining, together with welding and brazing/soldering (Figure
4701.01.02).




TALAT 4701                                                                   3
Classification of Adhesive Joining in the Manufacturing
                     Process According to DIN 8580 and DIN 8593

                                                                   Manufacturing Process



                                      Main Group                         Groups                        Subgroups

                          1. Amorphous Material                     4.1 Combining                 4.6.1 Welding
                             Forming                                4.2 Filling
                                                                                                  4.6.2 Brazing/Soldering
                          2. Forming                                4.3 Mechanical Joining
                          3. Separating                             4.4 Joining by Processing
                                                                        Amorphous Materials         Adhesive Joining
                                                                    4.5 Joining by Forming
                                            Joining
                                                                        Process
                                                                    4.6 Combining Materials
                          5. Coating
                          6. Altering Material
                                                                    Combining Materials
                             Properties


                                                 alu
                                                             Classification of Adhesive Bonding                   4701.01.02
         Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Load distribution of joints

The main advantage of adhesive joining over welding, riveting, brazing and screw
fastening is that the load is distributed more evenly at right angles to the loading
direction (Figure 4701.01.03). In the direction of the loading itself, however, this is
valid only for scarfed adhesive joints.


                                                          Load Distribution at Joints
                               Welded Joints



                                                                                           Riveted Joints




                              Adhesive Joint




                                                alu
                                                                Load Distribution at Joints                       4701.01.03
         Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining

It must be remarked that all the different joining processes are not generally competitive
and should rather be considered as being complementary.
The appropriate joining technology for any application should be chosen on the basis of

TALAT 4701                                                                        4
its technological and/or economical superiority.
The list showing the advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining serves as a help
in choosing the appropriate joining method (Figure 4701.01.04).


             Advantages                                                          Disadvantages
            1. Load distributed uniformly at right                               1. Influence of time on process properties
               angles to loading direction                                       2. Pretreatment of joining parts surfaces
            2. Microstructure unaffected
                                                                                 3. Limited form stability
            3. Distortion-free joining
            4. Different materials can be joined                                 4. Process parameters must be held
            5. Very thin parts can be joined                                        within very narrow range;low tolerance
            6. Weight saving, light constructions                                5. Change of properties of joint with time
            7. Heat-sensitive materials can be joined
                                                                                    (ageing of adhesive layer etc.)
            8. Metals with different electrochemical
               properties can be joined (insulating                              6. Complicated control of process
               effect of adhesive)                                               7. Low peeling strength, creep sensitive
            9. High strength in combination with                                 8. Low adhesive layer strength must e
               riveting, spot welding screw-
                                                                                    compensated by large joining area
               fastenings (eliminates crack corrosion)
            10.High fatigue strength, good vibration                             9. Repair possibilities limited
               damping                                                           10.Complicated strength calculation
        Source: Habenicht

                                              alu
                                                        Advantages and Disadvantages of Adhesive Joining           4701.01.04
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Structure of an adhesive joint

Adhesive joints are composite systems whose strength depends on both the geometrical
design and loading type as well as on the schematically illustrated individual strengths
of the components to be joint, the adhesive and the interface layer.
As in every composite system consisting of different members, the overall strength is
limited by the weakest member (Figure 4701.01.05).




TALAT 4701                                                                      5
Structure of an Adhesive Joint

                                                                            1       1 = Strenght of Material to Be Joint
                                                                                2   2 = Adhering Strenght of the Metal Surface
                                                                            3           Layer (Ex. Oxide Layer on Base Material)
                                                                                4
                                                                                    3 = Strenght of the Metal Surface Layer
                                                                            5
                                                                                6   4 = Strenght of the Adhesion Bonding
                                                                            5
                                                                                4       Between Metal Surface Layer and
                                                                            3           Adhesive Layer
                                                                                2
                                                                                    5 = Strenght of Adhesive Layer Bordering
                                                                            1           the Interface

                                                                                    6 = Cohesion Strenght of the Adhesive Layer



                                             alu
                                                                Structure of an Adhesive Joint                        4701.01.05
      Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Adhesion and cohesion

Adhesion is defined as the adhesive force acting between the adhesive and the surface of
the material. This force is the result of the mechanical interlocking between adhesive
and the material surface roughness (mechanical adhesion) as well as the physical and/or
chemical interaction between the adhesive and the material (specific adhesion).

Cohesion is the strength of the adhesive itself. This is a result of the mechanical
entangling and interlocking of the adhesive molecules and their physical and/or
chemical affinity for each other (Figure 4701.01.06).


                                                         Adhesion                                        Cohesion




                                   Specific Adhesion                       Mechanical Adhesion              Cohesion
        Physical attractive                             True chemical       Mechanical interlocking
        forces (adsorption)                             bonding between     with microtopographic
        between atoms and                               atoms and molecules surface roughness
        molecules                                       (chemisorption)

       Source: Fauner, Endlich

                                              alu

       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies
                                                               Definitions of Adhesion and Cohesion                   4701.01.06



TALAT 4701                                                                          6
A necessary condition for attaining high adhesion forces is the ability of the adhesive to
wet the surfaces of the joining parts properly.

The wetting is optimal when the angle of contact α does not exceed 30° (Figure
4701.01.07). This can be achieved, in principle, by a suitable surface treatment of the
joining parts and by choosing an appropriate viscosity for the adhesive.

Macromolecules, and consequently adhesives also, are adsorbed point-wise and as loops
on the solid surfaces.



                                                                                            adhesive
                                                         wetting angle
                                                                               α                           substrate surface




                        α=0°                                α<90°               α=90°              α>90°              α=180°




                  spreading                                  good                        incomplete                    none


                                                                                         wetting


                                              alu       Correlation between Wetting Angle and Wetting Behaviour        4701.01.07
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies                        of Adhesives




Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces


During hardening, the parts of the molecular chains which are not adsorbed, form the
solid adhesive layer due to the formation of intermolecular forces (main and/or
secondary valency forces (Figure 4701.01.08). Among the chemical bond types, the
homopolar bonds (atomic bonds, non-polar bonds, covalent bonds) are the deciding
factors for the manufacturing and wetting capacity of adhesives (formation of main
valency bonds). The metallic bond is important for the formation of high adhesion
forces through chemisorption.




TALAT 4701                                                                           7
Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules
                                 on Surfaces




                                                                 Desposition Mechanism of Macromolecules on Surfaces

       Source: Jenkel, Rumbach

                                                alu
                                                               Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules on Surfaces          4701.01.08
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Bond types in adhesive joints

The intermolecular bonds (secondary valency bonds) act between the adhesive
molecules as well as between adhesive and the surfaces of the joining parts and are thus
relevant for the cohesion and adhesion strength (Figure 4701.01.09).


                                                               Bond Types in Adhesive Joints
                                                                              Bonds Types


                                              Chemical Bonds                                        Intermolecular Bonds



                              Homopolar Bonds                                    van-der-Waals Bonds                 Hydrogen Bonds


                                                                                    Dipole Forces
                              Heteropolar Bonds

                                                                                   Induction Forces

                                  Metallic Bonds
                                                                                  Dispersion Forces


               Source: Habenicht

                                                      alu
                                                                         Bonds Types in Adhesive Joints                      4701.01.09
              Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds)

Numerous adhesives contain polar molecule groups (dipoles) which have a strong
polarising action on the metallic joining parts, the latter being non-polar in themselves.
The dipole forces can operate effectively only if these molecule groups can approach to

TALAT 4701                                                                                  8
within about 0.1 mm of the surface of the joining parts (Figure 4701.01.10). The above
is only possible if the adhesive can wet the solid surfaces optimally.


               Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds)




             Development of Adhesion Forces Due to Dipole Action Between the Molecules


                                                alu
                                                                   Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds)           4701.01.10
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds)

Hydrogen bonds are a special form of intermolecular bonds. These are, for example,
responsible for the relatively high cohesion strengths of PUR and PA adhesives (Figure
4701.01.11).


                                   Principle of the Action of Hydrogen Bonds
                                            (Example: Polyamides)

                                                               H                                O
                           - CH2 - CH2 - N - C - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - C- N- CH2 - CH2 - CH2 -

                                                                        O                               H


                                                                            H                                O
                              -CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - N - C - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - C- N- CH2 -
                                                                                    O                                H



                                                      alu

              Training in Aluminium Application Technologies
                                                                   Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Hydrogen Bonds)       4701.01.11



Hydrogen bonds can also be formed between adhesives and solid surfaces when the
latter are oxidised or contain adsorbed hydrogen molecules.



TALAT 4701                                                                                 9
Failure of adhesive joints

The separation of adhesive joints occurs due to the failure of adhesion or cohesion or of
both (i.e., mixed adhesion and cohesion failure) (Figure 4701.01.12).


                                                           Failure of Adhesive Joints




                            Adhesion Failure                       Cohesion Failure          Mixed Failure



                                                 alu
                                                                Failure of Adhesive Joints             4701.01.12
          Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




A cohesion failure is to be strived at. An adhesion failure indicates that the surfaces of
the parts to be joint had not been properly pretreated.



4701.02 Classification, Characteristics and Properties of Adhesives

                •         Classification of adhesives
                •         Physically bonding adhesives
                •         Chemically reacting adhesives
                •         Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer
                          structure
                •         Structure of adhesives
                •         Properties of duromeres
                •         Properties of amorphous thermoplastics
                •         Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics
                •         Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive
                •         Creep properties of adhesive layers
                •         Variation of creep strength with temperature
                •         Temperature stability of different adhesive basis


Classification of adhesives

In principle, all the listed adhesives can be used for joining metals, albeit with different
results and performances.



TALAT 4701                                                                    10
Organic ceramic adhesives are a special case of adhesives which have to be hardened at
high temperatures, deliver relatively low strengths but can withstand high operating
temperatures (Figure 4701.02.01).


                                                             Classsification of Adhesives
                                        Organic Adhesives                                                         Inorganic Adhesives
                                 (Natural and Synthetic Compounds)                                               (Mostly Mineral Basis)




                                                                                     Mixed Classification
                                                                                     (i.e., Silicon Resins)




                                          Physically Bond                           Chemically Reacting                  Physically Bond or
                                           Adhesives                                 Adhesives                           Chemically Reacting




                                                              Combined Adhesives


     Source: Köhler

                                             alu
                                                                                  Classification of Adhesives                                4701.02.01
    Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Physically bonding adhesives

Pressure sensitive adhesives and melting adhesives of the physically bonding types can
be used efficiently and should receive, therefore, special consideration (Figure
4701.02.02).


                                                            Physically Bond Adhesives

                 Adhering Adhesives                          Adhesive Solutions         Contact Adhesives        Melting Adhesives
                                                                                                                                          Plastic Based
                 (On Base Material)                          (Solvent or H O)           (Ventilation Time)       (Heat Required)




                       One-Sided                                 One-Sided                 Double-Sided            One-Sided                One-Sided
                       Application                               Application                Application            Application              Application
                   Pressure Necessary                        Pressure Necessary           Short-Time high        Contact Pressure         Contact Pressure
                                                                                             Pressure


                                                                                                                     Hardening
                                                               Cold Hardening                                                             Hot Hardening
                                                                                                                     by Cooling




                                                                                    Single-Component Adhesives



           Source: Köhler

                                                   alu
                                                                                  Physically Bond Adhesives                               4701.02.02
           Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




TALAT 4701                                                                                         11
Chemically reacting adhesives

Chemically reacting adhesives of the synthetical organic type are, for example, phenolic
resins (PR), epoxy resins (ER), unsaturated polyester resins (UP), polyurethanes (PUR),
cyanoarcylates (CA) and methylacrylates (MA) (Figure 4701.02.03).


                                                           Classification of Adhesives
                      Volatile Components
                        without Cracking                                                                                   Volatile Components
                      (Polymerisation and                                                                                      by Cracking
                     Polyaddition Products)


                         Contact Pressure                                                                                High Pressure Necessary

                                                                        Mechanism of Reaction




                                                                                                                                       Hardener
                 Exclusion of Air                       Humidity                    Separate Hardener        Hardener Additive
                                                                    Heat; Light;                                                       and Heat
                and Metal Contact                       (i.e. CA;                        "No-Mix"              (i.e. EP; UP;
                                                                     US or HF                                                          (i.e. Mod.
                    (i.e. MA)                           SI; PUR)                    (Primer, Activator)          MA; PUR)
                                                                                                                                      EP and UP)



                                                                     Warm                                                              Warm
                                  Cold Hardening                                                   Cold Hardening
                                                                    Hardening                                                         Hardening



                                        Single-Component Adhesive                                    2- or Multi-Component Adhesive



          Source: Köhler

                                              alu
                                                                    Chemically Reacting Adhesives                                     4701.02.03
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer structure

Polymerisation is an exothermic process in which monomers link together to form
macromolecules by the breaking of the double bonds of the C atoms, without cracking
to by-products. Thermoplastics are produced exclusively.

During polycondensation, water is the most common by-product produced. Both
thermoplastics as well as thermosetting plastics are produced.

During polyaddition, the water atoms are only rearranged. Even here, thermoplastics as
well as thermosetting plastics are produced (Figure 4701.02.04).




TALAT 4701                                                                               12
Classification of Adhesives


                                                              Synthetic Adhesives


                    Polymerisation                                Polyaddition              Polycondensation


                        Duromeres                                  Duromeres                  Duromeres

                         unknown                                 Epoxy Resins            Phenol Formaldyde
                                                                 Polyurethane                       Resins
                                                                 (Cross-Linked)          Cresol Resins
                                                                                         Resorcin Resins
                                                                                         Urea Resins
                                                                                         Melamine Resins
                                                                                         Polybenzimidazole
                    Thermoplastics                               Thermoplastics          Polymide
                                                                                         Polyester Unsaturated
                                                                                         Silicone
             Cycan Acrylate             Polyurethane (Linear)
             Anaerobic Adhesives
             Mathylacrylates
             Polyvinyl Acetate                                                              Thermoplastics
             Polyvinyl Alcohol
             Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
             Polyvinyl Chloride                                                           Polyamide
             Rubber Polymeres                                                             Polyesther Saturated
             Ethylene Acrylic Acid Cop.                                                   Polysulfone




           Source: Habenicht

                                                            Classification of Adhesives According to
                                                  alu
                                                            Forming Reaction and Polymer Structure
                                                                                                       4701.02.04
           Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Structure of adhesives

Thermosetting plastics - The basic molecules cross-link across a number of free main
valencies to a spatial molecule structure. This results in high strengths and rigidities.

Thermoplastics have a linear molecular structure (string-like macromolecules). A large
number of molecule strings are held together by physical secondary valency bonds.
Amorphous thermoplastics have a "cotton wool" structure. In semi-crystalline
thermoplastics, parts of the microstructure depict a definite structural arrangement so
that the attractive forces in these regions are more intensive than in the amorphous areas
(Figure 4701.02.05).



TALAT 4701                                                                   13
Structure of Adhesives




                                                              Duromere                                    Thermoplastic                      Thermoplastic
                                                              Cross-Linked                                   String Molecules                 String Molecules
                                                               Molecules
                                                              Amorphous                                          Amorphous                    Partly Crystalline



                                                                                   Construction of Polymer Structures of Monomeres
        Source: Habenicht

                                                                                 alu
                                                                                                       Structure of Adhesives                        4701.02.05
        Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Properties of duromeres


                                                                                        Properties of Adhesive Layer

                                                                                                             E
                 Modulus of Elasticity E
                                           sB

                                                               B
                                                              e
                                                              Total Elongation
                                           Tensile Strength




                                                                                                  sB



                                                                                                                                        Decomposition

                                                                                                                                        Temperature Range
                                                                                                  eB


                                                                                                                                       Temperature [ T ]

                                                                                  Strength Parameters of Duromeres as a Function of Temperature

                                                                                  alu
                                                                                                     Properties of Duromeres                         4701.02.06
          Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




With increasing temperature up the decomposition temperature, the tensile strength and
modulus of elasticity of the thermosetting plastics falls only slightly but the elongation
increases somewhat (Figure 4701.02.06).


Properties of amorphous thermoplastics

With increasing temperature, the tensile strength and modulus of elasticity of the
thermoplastics fall almost uniformly with the elongation increasing at the same time. On

TALAT 4701                                                                                                           14
reaching the glass-transition-temperature region, there is a rapid fall in tensile strength
accompanied by a sudden increase in elongation. A further increase in temperature leads
to a maximum in elongation, with the strength approaching zero. Increasing the
temperature further causes the elongation to fall (Figure 4701.02.07).


                                    Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics

                                                                      E
                                        Modulus of Elasticity, E




                                                                     sB
                                        Tensile Strength, sB
                                        Total Elongation, eB




                                                                   Glassy      Entropy-      Flow     Decomposition
                                                                   State       Elastic       Region   Temperature Range
                                                                               Region

                                                                      eB


                                                                                                        Temperature, T
                                                                   Glass Transition Region


                                                     Strength Parameters of Amorphous Thermoplastics
                                                               as a Function of Temperature

                                           alu
                                                                      Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics              4701.02.07
    Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics

The glass-transition-temperature region, which in the case of amorphous thermoplastics
is higher than the practical operational temperature, lies by about 0 °C for the semi-
crystalline thermoplastics. At the melting region of the crystals, these thermoplastics
lose their form. This is the reason for the higher modulus of elasticity and the
insensitivity of the semi-crystalline thermoplastics to impact loadings (Figure
4701.02.08).




TALAT 4701                                                                                   15
Properties of Adhesive Layers
                                                                       E




                                       Modulus of Elasticity, E
                                       Tensile Strength, sB
                                       Total Elongation, eB
                                                                      sB



                                                                  Glassy                 Entropy-                Flow          Decomposition
                                                                  State                  Elastic                 Region        Temperature Range
                                                                                         Region

                                                                       eB


                                                                      Glass                            Crystallites         Temperature, T
                                                                      Transition                       Melting
                                                                      Region                           Region


                                Strength Parameters of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics
                                             as a Function of Temperature
                                                  alu
                                                                   Properties of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics                             4701.02.08
       Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive

Adhesives exhibit a deformation behaviour very different to that of the metallic parts
being joined. Although the material AlCuMg2 still behaves elastically up to tensile
stresses of about 200 N/mm2 due to its modulus of elasticity, the linear correlation
between stress and strain is valid for only a very narrow region for the adhesive layer.
Characteristic for most polymers is the fact that the major part of the stress-strain curve
is non-linear and that the individual polymers exhibit very different stress-strain
behaviours among themselves (Figure 4701.02.09).



                                                                  Properties of Adhesive Layers

                                                                                                 AlCuMg2

                                                                                       300
                                                                           Stress, σ




                                                                                       200




                                                                                       100
                                                                                                  Epoxy Resin Adhesive


                                                                                             0    10       20          30    40 %
                                                                                                           Strain, ε




                                                           alu                 Stress-Strain Curve of AlCuMg2 and
                                                                                                                                             4701.02.09
                Training in Aluminium Application Technologies                      an Epoxy Resin Adhesive




TALAT 4701                                                                                                      16
Creep properties of adhesive layers

The tendency of adhesives to creep is the main factor governing the time-temperature
behaviour of the adhesive joint. Creep can be defined as the time-dependent increase in
length of viscoelastic substances subject to a constant tensile load, whereby an
asymptotical load-dependent limiting value of elongation is reached.



                                              Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer

                                                                                                                   3
                                               Creep Strain [ V ]




                                                                                           2


                                                                     1




                                                                                          Time [ t ]

                                                                    Schematic Illustration of the Creep Strain of Adhesives
          Source: Späth

                                                       alu
                                                                           Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer                 4701.02.10
          Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




A typical creep curve exhibits 3 stages of creep (Figure 4701.02.10):

−   Primary (transient) creep: - elastic deformation of molecules - rupture of secondary
    valency bonds and rearrangement of linked-chain segments - no plastic deformation.

−   Secondary (stationary) creep: - constant creep rate - equilibrium between the
    competing processes of rupture and creation of new bonds within the molecule
    aggregate.

−   Tertiary (accelerated) creep: - rupture of adhesive joint initiated - deformation limit
    of adhesive layer reached.


Variation of creep strength with temperature

The hardened adhesive layers of the best-known base substances (i.e., phenolic resins,
epoxy resins, epoxy nylons, polyurethane) exhibit a strength behaviour within large
regions of temperatutes similar to the one shown in Figure 4701.02.11.




TALAT 4701                                                                                     17
Strength Properties of Adhesive Layers
                                             N/mm²
                                                               50




                                 Adhesive Joint Strength, τB
                                                               40


                                                               30


                                                               20


                                                               10



                                                                -250    -200 -150   -100   -50   0    50    100   150   200   250 °C
                                                                                            Temperature t

                                                                alu
                                                                       Variation of Adhesive Joint Strength withTemperature       4701.02.11
           Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




At low temperatures, the strength of the adhesive layer rises only slightly with
temperature (glassy state) until the strength reaches a peak value which, depending on
the structure, can extend over a large temperature range. Due to the increased plasticity
of the adhesive layer, stress peaks occurring at the ends of the overlaps can be reduced.
At still higher temperatures a flow and decomposition process sets in, causing the
strength of the adhesive layer to fall.


Temperature stability of different adhesive basis

The values given in Figure 4701.02.12 are the maximum upper temperature ranges for
the operating condition. These can, however, only serve as rough estimates for limiting
values under operating conditions. Special modifications can be used to attain still
higher limiting values.

                                                                            Properties of Adhesives
                                                               Adhesive Base                                 Temperature Range         °C
           Epoxy Dicyanodiamide ( Warm Hardening )                                                                  110 ... 130
           Epoxy Polyamide ( Cold Hardening )                                                                       60 ... 90
           Phenolic Resins ( Warm Hardening )                                                                       80 ... 120

           Polymethyl Methylacrylate ( Cold Hardening )                                                             80 ... 100
           Polyurethanes                                                                                            80 ... 100
           Polyesther                                                                                               60 ... 80
           Cyanoacrylate                                                                                            70 ... 80

           Polydiacrylacidester ( Anaerobic Hardening )                                                             120 ... 150

           Polyamides                                                                                               120 ... 140
           Polyimide                                                                                                200 ... 300
           RTV - Silicones                                                                                          180 ... 190



                                                                alu
                                                                        Temperature Stability of Different Adhesive Basis         4701.02.12
           Training in Aluminium Application Technologies




TALAT 4701                                                                                           18
4701.03 Literature/References



1. Habenicht, G.: Kleben. Springer-Verlag Berlin-Heidelberg-New York 1990.

2. Fauner, G., Endlich, W.: Angewandte Klebtechnik. Carl Hanser Verlag,
   München-Wien 1979.

3. Jenckel, E., Rumbach, B.: Adsorption von hochmolekularen Stoffen aus der
   Lösung. J. Elektrochem. 55 (1951) pp. 612-618.

4. Köhler, R.: Zur Systematik der Klebstoffe. Adhäsion 8 (1964) S. 160-164.

5. Späth, W.: Gummi und Kunststoffe, Beiträge zur Technologie der Hochpolymeren.
   Gentner, Stuttgart 1956.

6. Brockmann, W., Dorn, L. und Käufer, H.: Kleben von Kunststoff mit Metall.
   Springer -Verlag Berlin-Heidelberg-New York 1989.

7. VDI-Richtlinie 2229: Metallkleben. Ausgabe Juni 1979. VDI-Verlag Düsseldorf
   1979.

8. Matting, A.: Metallkleben. Springer-Verlag Berlin 1969.

9. Schliekelmann, R.J.: Metallkleben - Konstruktion und Fertigung in der Praxis.
   DVS Verlag Düsseldorf 1972




TALAT 4701                                  19
4701.04 List of Figures


Figure No.   Figure Title (Overhead)

4701.01.01   Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium
4701.01.02   Classification of Adhesive Bonding
4701.01.03   Load Distribution at Joints
4701.01.04   Advantages and Disadvantages of Adhesive Joining
4701.01.05   Structure of an Adhesive Joint
4701.01.06   Adhesion and Cohesion
4701.01.07   Correlation between Wetting Angle and Behaviour of Adhesives
4701.01.08   Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules on Surfaces
4701.01.09   Bond Types in Adhesive Joints
4701.01.10   Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds)
4701.01.11   Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Hydrogen Bonds)
4701.01.12   Failure of Adhesive Joints

4701.02.01   Classification of Adhesives
4701.02.02   Physically Bond Adhesives
4701.02.03   Chemically Reacting Adhesives
4701.02.04   Classification of Adhesives According to Forming Reaction and Polymer
             Structure
4701.02.05   Structure of Adhesives
4701.02.06   Properties of Duromeres
4701.02.07   Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics
4701.02.08   Properties of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics
4701.02.09   Stress-Strain Curve of AlCuMg2 and an Epoxy Resin Adhesive
4701.02.10   Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer
4701.02.11   Variation of Adhesive Joint Strength with Temperature
4701.02.12   Temperature Stability of Different Adhesive Basis




TALAT 4701                                20

More Related Content

PPTX
Adhesive and adhesion
PPTX
rotational molding (1).pptx
PPTX
Brief about Adhesives
PDF
Drying of paints 4
PPTX
Urea formaldehyde
PPTX
Heat tratment bykotkar ss
PDF
Metal corrosion and its prevention
Adhesive and adhesion
rotational molding (1).pptx
Brief about Adhesives
Drying of paints 4
Urea formaldehyde
Heat tratment bykotkar ss
Metal corrosion and its prevention

What's hot (20)

PDF
Ppt on Adhesives
PPTX
Adhesives and coatings
PPTX
Fiber spinning processes
PPTX
CAST METAL MATRIX COMPOSITES
PPTX
Phenolic Resin & Adhesives
PDF
Rubber fillers
DOCX
Mechanism of adhesion
PPT
Additives in plastics
PPTX
Silicon rubber pankaj kumar das
PPT
Polymerization
PPTX
Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
PPTX
Corrosion
PPTX
Polyester & uses of polyester
PDF
Composite materials
PPTX
Transformation of martensite
PPT
3814928.ppt
PPTX
Particle Technology- Centrifugal Separation
PPTX
Surface treatment
Ppt on Adhesives
Adhesives and coatings
Fiber spinning processes
CAST METAL MATRIX COMPOSITES
Phenolic Resin & Adhesives
Rubber fillers
Mechanism of adhesion
Additives in plastics
Silicon rubber pankaj kumar das
Polymerization
Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
Corrosion
Polyester & uses of polyester
Composite materials
Transformation of martensite
3814928.ppt
Particle Technology- Centrifugal Separation
Surface treatment
Ad

Viewers also liked (20)

PPTX
SeniorProject.Raytheon
PPTX
Air Free Tires or Air Less Tires
PPT
Aircraft tyre technology
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4104: Application Characteristics
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3503: Finishing and other Supplementary Operations
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3803: Process Technologies
PDF
TALAT Lecture 2301: Design of Members Example 4.4: Bending moment resistance ...
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4205: Testing Methods for Welded Joints
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3801: Manufacturing Examples and Fundamentals
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3501: Alloys and Properties
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4204: Design Aspects
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5104: Basic Approaches to Prevent Corrosion of Aluminium
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3401: Forging Alloys
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4705: Quality Assurance
PDF
TALAT Lecture 2301: Design of Members Example 5.5: Axial force resistance of ...
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4102: Clinching
PDF
TALAT Lecture 3505: Tools for Impact Extrusion
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4107: General Summary and Future Trends
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4703: Design and Calculation of Adhesive Joints
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4702: Factors Influencing the Strength of Adhesive Joints
SeniorProject.Raytheon
Air Free Tires or Air Less Tires
Aircraft tyre technology
TALAT Lecture 4104: Application Characteristics
TALAT Lecture 3503: Finishing and other Supplementary Operations
TALAT Lecture 3803: Process Technologies
TALAT Lecture 2301: Design of Members Example 4.4: Bending moment resistance ...
TALAT Lecture 4205: Testing Methods for Welded Joints
TALAT Lecture 3801: Manufacturing Examples and Fundamentals
TALAT Lecture 3501: Alloys and Properties
TALAT Lecture 4204: Design Aspects
TALAT Lecture 5104: Basic Approaches to Prevent Corrosion of Aluminium
TALAT Lecture 3401: Forging Alloys
TALAT Lecture 4705: Quality Assurance
TALAT Lecture 2301: Design of Members Example 5.5: Axial force resistance of ...
TALAT Lecture 4102: Clinching
TALAT Lecture 3505: Tools for Impact Extrusion
TALAT Lecture 4107: General Summary and Future Trends
TALAT Lecture 4703: Design and Calculation of Adhesive Joints
TALAT Lecture 4702: Factors Influencing the Strength of Adhesive Joints
Ad

Similar to TALAT Lecture 4701: Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding (20)

PDF
TALAT Lecture 4105: Combination of Joining Methods
PDF
TALAT Lecture 4101: Definition and Classification of Mechanical Fastening Met...
PDF
Araldite Adhesives thechnology. Antala Ltd.
PDF
Araldite Adhesives technology. Antala Industria (Spain).
PDF
Adhesives technology - User guide
PPTX
Joining Of Advanced Composites
PDF
As adhesive bonding process
PDF
TALAT Lecture 2302: Design of Joints
PDF
Jan Lambrechts - LCS Belgium
PDF
jeas_0816_4883
PDF
Araldite 2000 Plus Adhesives Brochure
PPT
Brazing
PPTX
Adhesives for rubber compounds
PDF
Welding lectures 1 4
PPT
c7eb61a9-9ad4-4b0d-ae8c-c097a653dd59.ppt
PDF
Plastic Bending is a nonlinear behavior particular to members made of ductil...
PDF
Permabond Adhesive Guide (UK) Brochure
DOCX
Significance of alternative method of fabric joining on bangladeshi garments ...
PDF
As friction welding converted
PDF
Af32633636
TALAT Lecture 4105: Combination of Joining Methods
TALAT Lecture 4101: Definition and Classification of Mechanical Fastening Met...
Araldite Adhesives thechnology. Antala Ltd.
Araldite Adhesives technology. Antala Industria (Spain).
Adhesives technology - User guide
Joining Of Advanced Composites
As adhesive bonding process
TALAT Lecture 2302: Design of Joints
Jan Lambrechts - LCS Belgium
jeas_0816_4883
Araldite 2000 Plus Adhesives Brochure
Brazing
Adhesives for rubber compounds
Welding lectures 1 4
c7eb61a9-9ad4-4b0d-ae8c-c097a653dd59.ppt
Plastic Bending is a nonlinear behavior particular to members made of ductil...
Permabond Adhesive Guide (UK) Brochure
Significance of alternative method of fabric joining on bangladeshi garments ...
As friction welding converted
Af32633636

More from CORE-Materials (20)

PPTX
Drawing Processes
PPTX
Testing Techniques for Composite Materials
PPTX
Composite Forming Techniques
PPT
The role of technology in sporting performance
PDF
Chemical analysis in the electron microscope
PDF
The scanning electron microscope
PDF
The transmission electron microscope
PDF
Electron diffraction
PDF
Electrons and their interaction with the specimen
PDF
Electron microscopy and other techniques
PDF
Microscopy with light and electrons
PDF
Durability of Materials
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5301: The Surface Treatment and Coil Coating of Aluminium
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5205: Plating on Aluminium
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5203: Anodizing of Aluminium
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5202: Conversion Coatings
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5105: Surface Treatment of Aluminium
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5103: Corrosion Control of Aluminium - Forms of Corrosion and P...
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5102: Reactivity of the Aluminium Surface in Aqueous Solutions
PDF
TALAT Lecture 5101: Surface Characteristics of Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys
Drawing Processes
Testing Techniques for Composite Materials
Composite Forming Techniques
The role of technology in sporting performance
Chemical analysis in the electron microscope
The scanning electron microscope
The transmission electron microscope
Electron diffraction
Electrons and their interaction with the specimen
Electron microscopy and other techniques
Microscopy with light and electrons
Durability of Materials
TALAT Lecture 5301: The Surface Treatment and Coil Coating of Aluminium
TALAT Lecture 5205: Plating on Aluminium
TALAT Lecture 5203: Anodizing of Aluminium
TALAT Lecture 5202: Conversion Coatings
TALAT Lecture 5105: Surface Treatment of Aluminium
TALAT Lecture 5103: Corrosion Control of Aluminium - Forms of Corrosion and P...
TALAT Lecture 5102: Reactivity of the Aluminium Surface in Aqueous Solutions
TALAT Lecture 5101: Surface Characteristics of Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys

Recently uploaded (20)

DOC
Soft-furnishing-By-Architect-A.F.M.Mohiuddin-Akhand.doc
PPTX
Computer Architecture Input Output Memory.pptx
PDF
OBE - B.A.(HON'S) IN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE -Ar.MOHIUDDIN.pdf
PPTX
Introduction to Building Materials
PDF
Computing-Curriculum for Schools in Ghana
PPTX
CHAPTER IV. MAN AND BIOSPHERE AND ITS TOTALITY.pptx
PDF
AI-driven educational solutions for real-life interventions in the Philippine...
PPTX
Introduction to pro and eukaryotes and differences.pptx
PDF
medical_surgical_nursing_10th_edition_ignatavicius_TEST_BANK_pdf.pdf
PDF
Weekly quiz Compilation Jan -July 25.pdf
PPTX
Chinmaya Tiranga Azadi Quiz (Class 7-8 )
PDF
David L Page_DCI Research Study Journey_how Methodology can inform one's prac...
PDF
Black Hat USA 2025 - Micro ICS Summit - ICS/OT Threat Landscape
PPTX
Share_Module_2_Power_conflict_and_negotiation.pptx
PDF
Paper A Mock Exam 9_ Attempt review.pdf.
PDF
1_English_Language_Set_2.pdf probationary
PPTX
ELIAS-SEZIURE AND EPilepsy semmioan session.pptx
PDF
Trump Administration's workforce development strategy
PDF
IGGE1 Understanding the Self1234567891011
PDF
FORM 1 BIOLOGY MIND MAPS and their schemes
Soft-furnishing-By-Architect-A.F.M.Mohiuddin-Akhand.doc
Computer Architecture Input Output Memory.pptx
OBE - B.A.(HON'S) IN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE -Ar.MOHIUDDIN.pdf
Introduction to Building Materials
Computing-Curriculum for Schools in Ghana
CHAPTER IV. MAN AND BIOSPHERE AND ITS TOTALITY.pptx
AI-driven educational solutions for real-life interventions in the Philippine...
Introduction to pro and eukaryotes and differences.pptx
medical_surgical_nursing_10th_edition_ignatavicius_TEST_BANK_pdf.pdf
Weekly quiz Compilation Jan -July 25.pdf
Chinmaya Tiranga Azadi Quiz (Class 7-8 )
David L Page_DCI Research Study Journey_how Methodology can inform one's prac...
Black Hat USA 2025 - Micro ICS Summit - ICS/OT Threat Landscape
Share_Module_2_Power_conflict_and_negotiation.pptx
Paper A Mock Exam 9_ Attempt review.pdf.
1_English_Language_Set_2.pdf probationary
ELIAS-SEZIURE AND EPilepsy semmioan session.pptx
Trump Administration's workforce development strategy
IGGE1 Understanding the Self1234567891011
FORM 1 BIOLOGY MIND MAPS and their schemes

TALAT Lecture 4701: Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding

  • 1. TALAT Lecture 4701 Adhesive Bonding - Terms and Definitions 20 pages, 24 figures Basic Level prepared by Lutz Dorn, Technische Universität, Berlin Objectives: − to define the terms and definition of adhesive bonding of metals − to describe the basic physical/chemical characteristics of adhesive bonding − to describe the characteristics and the properties of adhesives used in metal bonding Prerequisites: − general background in production engineering and material science − background in the physics and chemistry of metallic surfaces and polymer science Date of Issue: 1994  EAA - European Aluminium Association
  • 2. 4701 Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding Table of Contents 4701 Terms and Definitions for Adhesive Bonding .......................................2 4701.01 Definition and Application of Adhesive Bonding .................................... 3 Adhesive bonding of aluminium..............................................................................3 Classification of adhesive bonding ..........................................................................3 Load distribution of joints........................................................................................4 Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining.................................................4 Structure of an adhesive joint ..................................................................................5 Adhesion and cohesion ............................................................................................6 Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces ......................................7 Bond types in adhesive joints...................................................................................8 Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds).........................................................8 Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds) ....................................................9 Failure of adhesive joints .......................................................................................10 4701.02 Classification, Characteristics and Properties of Adhesives.............. 10 Classification of adhesives.....................................................................................10 Physically bonding adhesives ................................................................................11 Chemically reacting adhesives...............................................................................12 Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer structure 12 Structure of adhesives ............................................................................................13 Properties of duromeres .........................................................................................14 Properties of amorphous thermoplastics................................................................14 Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics .......................................................15 Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive ...............................16 Creep properties of adhesive layers .......................................................................17 Variation of creep strength with temperature ........................................................17 Temperature stability of different adhesive basis ..................................................18 4701.03 Literature/References ............................................................................ 19 4701.04 List of Figures............................................................................................ 20 TALAT 4701 2
  • 3. 4701.01 Definition and Application of Adhesive Bonding • Adhesive bonding of aluminium • Classification of adhesive bonding • Load distribution of joints • Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining • Structure of an adhesive joint • Adhesion and cohesion • Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces • Bond types in adhesive joints • Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds) • Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds) • Failure of adhesive joints Adhesive bonding of aluminium Adhesive joining is defined as the process of joining parts using a non-metallic substance (adhesive) which undergoes a physical or chemical hardening reaction causing the parts to join together through surface adherence (adhesion) and internal strength (cohesion) (Figure 4701.01.01). Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium alu Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium 4701.01.01 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Classification of adhesive bonding In the German standards DIN 8580 and 8593, adhesive joining is classified within the manufacturing processes in the main group joining, the group combination of substances and the subgroup adhesive joining, together with welding and brazing/soldering (Figure 4701.01.02). TALAT 4701 3
  • 4. Classification of Adhesive Joining in the Manufacturing Process According to DIN 8580 and DIN 8593 Manufacturing Process Main Group Groups Subgroups 1. Amorphous Material 4.1 Combining 4.6.1 Welding Forming 4.2 Filling 4.6.2 Brazing/Soldering 2. Forming 4.3 Mechanical Joining 3. Separating 4.4 Joining by Processing Amorphous Materials Adhesive Joining 4.5 Joining by Forming Joining Process 4.6 Combining Materials 5. Coating 6. Altering Material Combining Materials Properties alu Classification of Adhesive Bonding 4701.01.02 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Load distribution of joints The main advantage of adhesive joining over welding, riveting, brazing and screw fastening is that the load is distributed more evenly at right angles to the loading direction (Figure 4701.01.03). In the direction of the loading itself, however, this is valid only for scarfed adhesive joints. Load Distribution at Joints Welded Joints Riveted Joints Adhesive Joint alu Load Distribution at Joints 4701.01.03 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining It must be remarked that all the different joining processes are not generally competitive and should rather be considered as being complementary. The appropriate joining technology for any application should be chosen on the basis of TALAT 4701 4
  • 5. its technological and/or economical superiority. The list showing the advantages and disadvantages of adhesive joining serves as a help in choosing the appropriate joining method (Figure 4701.01.04). Advantages Disadvantages 1. Load distributed uniformly at right 1. Influence of time on process properties angles to loading direction 2. Pretreatment of joining parts surfaces 2. Microstructure unaffected 3. Limited form stability 3. Distortion-free joining 4. Different materials can be joined 4. Process parameters must be held 5. Very thin parts can be joined within very narrow range;low tolerance 6. Weight saving, light constructions 5. Change of properties of joint with time 7. Heat-sensitive materials can be joined (ageing of adhesive layer etc.) 8. Metals with different electrochemical properties can be joined (insulating 6. Complicated control of process effect of adhesive) 7. Low peeling strength, creep sensitive 9. High strength in combination with 8. Low adhesive layer strength must e riveting, spot welding screw- compensated by large joining area fastenings (eliminates crack corrosion) 10.High fatigue strength, good vibration 9. Repair possibilities limited damping 10.Complicated strength calculation Source: Habenicht alu Advantages and Disadvantages of Adhesive Joining 4701.01.04 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Structure of an adhesive joint Adhesive joints are composite systems whose strength depends on both the geometrical design and loading type as well as on the schematically illustrated individual strengths of the components to be joint, the adhesive and the interface layer. As in every composite system consisting of different members, the overall strength is limited by the weakest member (Figure 4701.01.05). TALAT 4701 5
  • 6. Structure of an Adhesive Joint 1 1 = Strenght of Material to Be Joint 2 2 = Adhering Strenght of the Metal Surface 3 Layer (Ex. Oxide Layer on Base Material) 4 3 = Strenght of the Metal Surface Layer 5 6 4 = Strenght of the Adhesion Bonding 5 4 Between Metal Surface Layer and 3 Adhesive Layer 2 5 = Strenght of Adhesive Layer Bordering 1 the Interface 6 = Cohesion Strenght of the Adhesive Layer alu Structure of an Adhesive Joint 4701.01.05 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Adhesion and cohesion Adhesion is defined as the adhesive force acting between the adhesive and the surface of the material. This force is the result of the mechanical interlocking between adhesive and the material surface roughness (mechanical adhesion) as well as the physical and/or chemical interaction between the adhesive and the material (specific adhesion). Cohesion is the strength of the adhesive itself. This is a result of the mechanical entangling and interlocking of the adhesive molecules and their physical and/or chemical affinity for each other (Figure 4701.01.06). Adhesion Cohesion Specific Adhesion Mechanical Adhesion Cohesion Physical attractive True chemical Mechanical interlocking forces (adsorption) bonding between with microtopographic between atoms and atoms and molecules surface roughness molecules (chemisorption) Source: Fauner, Endlich alu Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Definitions of Adhesion and Cohesion 4701.01.06 TALAT 4701 6
  • 7. A necessary condition for attaining high adhesion forces is the ability of the adhesive to wet the surfaces of the joining parts properly. The wetting is optimal when the angle of contact α does not exceed 30° (Figure 4701.01.07). This can be achieved, in principle, by a suitable surface treatment of the joining parts and by choosing an appropriate viscosity for the adhesive. Macromolecules, and consequently adhesives also, are adsorbed point-wise and as loops on the solid surfaces. adhesive wetting angle α substrate surface α=0° α<90° α=90° α>90° α=180° spreading good incomplete none wetting alu Correlation between Wetting Angle and Wetting Behaviour 4701.01.07 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies of Adhesives Mechanism of deposition of macromolecules on surfaces During hardening, the parts of the molecular chains which are not adsorbed, form the solid adhesive layer due to the formation of intermolecular forces (main and/or secondary valency forces (Figure 4701.01.08). Among the chemical bond types, the homopolar bonds (atomic bonds, non-polar bonds, covalent bonds) are the deciding factors for the manufacturing and wetting capacity of adhesives (formation of main valency bonds). The metallic bond is important for the formation of high adhesion forces through chemisorption. TALAT 4701 7
  • 8. Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules on Surfaces Desposition Mechanism of Macromolecules on Surfaces Source: Jenkel, Rumbach alu Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules on Surfaces 4701.01.08 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Bond types in adhesive joints The intermolecular bonds (secondary valency bonds) act between the adhesive molecules as well as between adhesive and the surfaces of the joining parts and are thus relevant for the cohesion and adhesion strength (Figure 4701.01.09). Bond Types in Adhesive Joints Bonds Types Chemical Bonds Intermolecular Bonds Homopolar Bonds van-der-Waals Bonds Hydrogen Bonds Dipole Forces Heteropolar Bonds Induction Forces Metallic Bonds Dispersion Forces Source: Habenicht alu Bonds Types in Adhesive Joints 4701.01.09 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Bond forces in adhesive joints (dipole bonds) Numerous adhesives contain polar molecule groups (dipoles) which have a strong polarising action on the metallic joining parts, the latter being non-polar in themselves. The dipole forces can operate effectively only if these molecule groups can approach to TALAT 4701 8
  • 9. within about 0.1 mm of the surface of the joining parts (Figure 4701.01.10). The above is only possible if the adhesive can wet the solid surfaces optimally. Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds) Development of Adhesion Forces Due to Dipole Action Between the Molecules alu Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds) 4701.01.10 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Bond forces in adhesive joints (hydrogen bonds) Hydrogen bonds are a special form of intermolecular bonds. These are, for example, responsible for the relatively high cohesion strengths of PUR and PA adhesives (Figure 4701.01.11). Principle of the Action of Hydrogen Bonds (Example: Polyamides) H O - CH2 - CH2 - N - C - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - C- N- CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - O H H O -CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - N - C - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - C- N- CH2 - O H alu Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Hydrogen Bonds) 4701.01.11 Hydrogen bonds can also be formed between adhesives and solid surfaces when the latter are oxidised or contain adsorbed hydrogen molecules. TALAT 4701 9
  • 10. Failure of adhesive joints The separation of adhesive joints occurs due to the failure of adhesion or cohesion or of both (i.e., mixed adhesion and cohesion failure) (Figure 4701.01.12). Failure of Adhesive Joints Adhesion Failure Cohesion Failure Mixed Failure alu Failure of Adhesive Joints 4701.01.12 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies A cohesion failure is to be strived at. An adhesion failure indicates that the surfaces of the parts to be joint had not been properly pretreated. 4701.02 Classification, Characteristics and Properties of Adhesives • Classification of adhesives • Physically bonding adhesives • Chemically reacting adhesives • Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer structure • Structure of adhesives • Properties of duromeres • Properties of amorphous thermoplastics • Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics • Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive • Creep properties of adhesive layers • Variation of creep strength with temperature • Temperature stability of different adhesive basis Classification of adhesives In principle, all the listed adhesives can be used for joining metals, albeit with different results and performances. TALAT 4701 10
  • 11. Organic ceramic adhesives are a special case of adhesives which have to be hardened at high temperatures, deliver relatively low strengths but can withstand high operating temperatures (Figure 4701.02.01). Classsification of Adhesives Organic Adhesives Inorganic Adhesives (Natural and Synthetic Compounds) (Mostly Mineral Basis) Mixed Classification (i.e., Silicon Resins) Physically Bond Chemically Reacting Physically Bond or Adhesives Adhesives Chemically Reacting Combined Adhesives Source: Köhler alu Classification of Adhesives 4701.02.01 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Physically bonding adhesives Pressure sensitive adhesives and melting adhesives of the physically bonding types can be used efficiently and should receive, therefore, special consideration (Figure 4701.02.02). Physically Bond Adhesives Adhering Adhesives Adhesive Solutions Contact Adhesives Melting Adhesives Plastic Based (On Base Material) (Solvent or H O) (Ventilation Time) (Heat Required) One-Sided One-Sided Double-Sided One-Sided One-Sided Application Application Application Application Application Pressure Necessary Pressure Necessary Short-Time high Contact Pressure Contact Pressure Pressure Hardening Cold Hardening Hot Hardening by Cooling Single-Component Adhesives Source: Köhler alu Physically Bond Adhesives 4701.02.02 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies TALAT 4701 11
  • 12. Chemically reacting adhesives Chemically reacting adhesives of the synthetical organic type are, for example, phenolic resins (PR), epoxy resins (ER), unsaturated polyester resins (UP), polyurethanes (PUR), cyanoarcylates (CA) and methylacrylates (MA) (Figure 4701.02.03). Classification of Adhesives Volatile Components without Cracking Volatile Components (Polymerisation and by Cracking Polyaddition Products) Contact Pressure High Pressure Necessary Mechanism of Reaction Hardener Exclusion of Air Humidity Separate Hardener Hardener Additive Heat; Light; and Heat and Metal Contact (i.e. CA; "No-Mix" (i.e. EP; UP; US or HF (i.e. Mod. (i.e. MA) SI; PUR) (Primer, Activator) MA; PUR) EP and UP) Warm Warm Cold Hardening Cold Hardening Hardening Hardening Single-Component Adhesive 2- or Multi-Component Adhesive Source: Köhler alu Chemically Reacting Adhesives 4701.02.03 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Classification of adhesives according to forming reaction and polymer structure Polymerisation is an exothermic process in which monomers link together to form macromolecules by the breaking of the double bonds of the C atoms, without cracking to by-products. Thermoplastics are produced exclusively. During polycondensation, water is the most common by-product produced. Both thermoplastics as well as thermosetting plastics are produced. During polyaddition, the water atoms are only rearranged. Even here, thermoplastics as well as thermosetting plastics are produced (Figure 4701.02.04). TALAT 4701 12
  • 13. Classification of Adhesives Synthetic Adhesives Polymerisation Polyaddition Polycondensation Duromeres Duromeres Duromeres unknown Epoxy Resins Phenol Formaldyde Polyurethane Resins (Cross-Linked) Cresol Resins Resorcin Resins Urea Resins Melamine Resins Polybenzimidazole Thermoplastics Thermoplastics Polymide Polyester Unsaturated Silicone Cycan Acrylate Polyurethane (Linear) Anaerobic Adhesives Mathylacrylates Polyvinyl Acetate Thermoplastics Polyvinyl Alcohol Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polyvinyl Chloride Polyamide Rubber Polymeres Polyesther Saturated Ethylene Acrylic Acid Cop. Polysulfone Source: Habenicht Classification of Adhesives According to alu Forming Reaction and Polymer Structure 4701.02.04 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Structure of adhesives Thermosetting plastics - The basic molecules cross-link across a number of free main valencies to a spatial molecule structure. This results in high strengths and rigidities. Thermoplastics have a linear molecular structure (string-like macromolecules). A large number of molecule strings are held together by physical secondary valency bonds. Amorphous thermoplastics have a "cotton wool" structure. In semi-crystalline thermoplastics, parts of the microstructure depict a definite structural arrangement so that the attractive forces in these regions are more intensive than in the amorphous areas (Figure 4701.02.05). TALAT 4701 13
  • 14. Structure of Adhesives Duromere Thermoplastic Thermoplastic Cross-Linked String Molecules String Molecules Molecules Amorphous Amorphous Partly Crystalline Construction of Polymer Structures of Monomeres Source: Habenicht alu Structure of Adhesives 4701.02.05 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Properties of duromeres Properties of Adhesive Layer E Modulus of Elasticity E sB B e Total Elongation Tensile Strength sB Decomposition Temperature Range eB Temperature [ T ] Strength Parameters of Duromeres as a Function of Temperature alu Properties of Duromeres 4701.02.06 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies With increasing temperature up the decomposition temperature, the tensile strength and modulus of elasticity of the thermosetting plastics falls only slightly but the elongation increases somewhat (Figure 4701.02.06). Properties of amorphous thermoplastics With increasing temperature, the tensile strength and modulus of elasticity of the thermoplastics fall almost uniformly with the elongation increasing at the same time. On TALAT 4701 14
  • 15. reaching the glass-transition-temperature region, there is a rapid fall in tensile strength accompanied by a sudden increase in elongation. A further increase in temperature leads to a maximum in elongation, with the strength approaching zero. Increasing the temperature further causes the elongation to fall (Figure 4701.02.07). Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics E Modulus of Elasticity, E sB Tensile Strength, sB Total Elongation, eB Glassy Entropy- Flow Decomposition State Elastic Region Temperature Range Region eB Temperature, T Glass Transition Region Strength Parameters of Amorphous Thermoplastics as a Function of Temperature alu Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics 4701.02.07 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Properties of partly crystalline thermoplastics The glass-transition-temperature region, which in the case of amorphous thermoplastics is higher than the practical operational temperature, lies by about 0 °C for the semi- crystalline thermoplastics. At the melting region of the crystals, these thermoplastics lose their form. This is the reason for the higher modulus of elasticity and the insensitivity of the semi-crystalline thermoplastics to impact loadings (Figure 4701.02.08). TALAT 4701 15
  • 16. Properties of Adhesive Layers E Modulus of Elasticity, E Tensile Strength, sB Total Elongation, eB sB Glassy Entropy- Flow Decomposition State Elastic Region Temperature Range Region eB Glass Crystallites Temperature, T Transition Melting Region Region Strength Parameters of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics as a Function of Temperature alu Properties of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics 4701.02.08 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies Stress-strain curve of AlCuMg2 and an epoxy resin adhesive Adhesives exhibit a deformation behaviour very different to that of the metallic parts being joined. Although the material AlCuMg2 still behaves elastically up to tensile stresses of about 200 N/mm2 due to its modulus of elasticity, the linear correlation between stress and strain is valid for only a very narrow region for the adhesive layer. Characteristic for most polymers is the fact that the major part of the stress-strain curve is non-linear and that the individual polymers exhibit very different stress-strain behaviours among themselves (Figure 4701.02.09). Properties of Adhesive Layers AlCuMg2 300 Stress, σ 200 100 Epoxy Resin Adhesive 0 10 20 30 40 % Strain, ε alu Stress-Strain Curve of AlCuMg2 and 4701.02.09 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies an Epoxy Resin Adhesive TALAT 4701 16
  • 17. Creep properties of adhesive layers The tendency of adhesives to creep is the main factor governing the time-temperature behaviour of the adhesive joint. Creep can be defined as the time-dependent increase in length of viscoelastic substances subject to a constant tensile load, whereby an asymptotical load-dependent limiting value of elongation is reached. Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer 3 Creep Strain [ V ] 2 1 Time [ t ] Schematic Illustration of the Creep Strain of Adhesives Source: Späth alu Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer 4701.02.10 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies A typical creep curve exhibits 3 stages of creep (Figure 4701.02.10): − Primary (transient) creep: - elastic deformation of molecules - rupture of secondary valency bonds and rearrangement of linked-chain segments - no plastic deformation. − Secondary (stationary) creep: - constant creep rate - equilibrium between the competing processes of rupture and creation of new bonds within the molecule aggregate. − Tertiary (accelerated) creep: - rupture of adhesive joint initiated - deformation limit of adhesive layer reached. Variation of creep strength with temperature The hardened adhesive layers of the best-known base substances (i.e., phenolic resins, epoxy resins, epoxy nylons, polyurethane) exhibit a strength behaviour within large regions of temperatutes similar to the one shown in Figure 4701.02.11. TALAT 4701 17
  • 18. Strength Properties of Adhesive Layers N/mm² 50 Adhesive Joint Strength, τB 40 30 20 10 -250 -200 -150 -100 -50 0 50 100 150 200 250 °C Temperature t alu Variation of Adhesive Joint Strength withTemperature 4701.02.11 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies At low temperatures, the strength of the adhesive layer rises only slightly with temperature (glassy state) until the strength reaches a peak value which, depending on the structure, can extend over a large temperature range. Due to the increased plasticity of the adhesive layer, stress peaks occurring at the ends of the overlaps can be reduced. At still higher temperatures a flow and decomposition process sets in, causing the strength of the adhesive layer to fall. Temperature stability of different adhesive basis The values given in Figure 4701.02.12 are the maximum upper temperature ranges for the operating condition. These can, however, only serve as rough estimates for limiting values under operating conditions. Special modifications can be used to attain still higher limiting values. Properties of Adhesives Adhesive Base Temperature Range °C Epoxy Dicyanodiamide ( Warm Hardening ) 110 ... 130 Epoxy Polyamide ( Cold Hardening ) 60 ... 90 Phenolic Resins ( Warm Hardening ) 80 ... 120 Polymethyl Methylacrylate ( Cold Hardening ) 80 ... 100 Polyurethanes 80 ... 100 Polyesther 60 ... 80 Cyanoacrylate 70 ... 80 Polydiacrylacidester ( Anaerobic Hardening ) 120 ... 150 Polyamides 120 ... 140 Polyimide 200 ... 300 RTV - Silicones 180 ... 190 alu Temperature Stability of Different Adhesive Basis 4701.02.12 Training in Aluminium Application Technologies TALAT 4701 18
  • 19. 4701.03 Literature/References 1. Habenicht, G.: Kleben. Springer-Verlag Berlin-Heidelberg-New York 1990. 2. Fauner, G., Endlich, W.: Angewandte Klebtechnik. Carl Hanser Verlag, München-Wien 1979. 3. Jenckel, E., Rumbach, B.: Adsorption von hochmolekularen Stoffen aus der Lösung. J. Elektrochem. 55 (1951) pp. 612-618. 4. Köhler, R.: Zur Systematik der Klebstoffe. Adhäsion 8 (1964) S. 160-164. 5. Späth, W.: Gummi und Kunststoffe, Beiträge zur Technologie der Hochpolymeren. Gentner, Stuttgart 1956. 6. Brockmann, W., Dorn, L. und Käufer, H.: Kleben von Kunststoff mit Metall. Springer -Verlag Berlin-Heidelberg-New York 1989. 7. VDI-Richtlinie 2229: Metallkleben. Ausgabe Juni 1979. VDI-Verlag Düsseldorf 1979. 8. Matting, A.: Metallkleben. Springer-Verlag Berlin 1969. 9. Schliekelmann, R.J.: Metallkleben - Konstruktion und Fertigung in der Praxis. DVS Verlag Düsseldorf 1972 TALAT 4701 19
  • 20. 4701.04 List of Figures Figure No. Figure Title (Overhead) 4701.01.01 Adhesive Bonding of Aluminium 4701.01.02 Classification of Adhesive Bonding 4701.01.03 Load Distribution at Joints 4701.01.04 Advantages and Disadvantages of Adhesive Joining 4701.01.05 Structure of an Adhesive Joint 4701.01.06 Adhesion and Cohesion 4701.01.07 Correlation between Wetting Angle and Behaviour of Adhesives 4701.01.08 Mechanism of Deposition of Macromolecules on Surfaces 4701.01.09 Bond Types in Adhesive Joints 4701.01.10 Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Dipole Bonds) 4701.01.11 Bond Forces in Adhesive Joints (Hydrogen Bonds) 4701.01.12 Failure of Adhesive Joints 4701.02.01 Classification of Adhesives 4701.02.02 Physically Bond Adhesives 4701.02.03 Chemically Reacting Adhesives 4701.02.04 Classification of Adhesives According to Forming Reaction and Polymer Structure 4701.02.05 Structure of Adhesives 4701.02.06 Properties of Duromeres 4701.02.07 Properties of Amorphous Thermoplastics 4701.02.08 Properties of Partly Crystalline Thermoplastics 4701.02.09 Stress-Strain Curve of AlCuMg2 and an Epoxy Resin Adhesive 4701.02.10 Creep Properties of Adhesive Layer 4701.02.11 Variation of Adhesive Joint Strength with Temperature 4701.02.12 Temperature Stability of Different Adhesive Basis TALAT 4701 20