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Plexus® MA560-1 – Structural methacrylate adhesive for bonding thermoplastic, metal and composite assemblies in large structures

Item Name: Plexus® MA560-1
Manufacturer: ITW Performance Polymers
Technologies: Methacrylate adhesive (two-part, 1:1 ratio)
Color: Mixed – Gray (Part A: White, Part B: Black/White)
Cure Type: Ambient temperature
Package Size: 400-ml cartridges, 20-liter pails, 200-liter drums
Shelf Life: 6 months

1. Product Overview

Plexus® MA560-1 is a two-part methacrylate structural adhesive formulated for bonding thermoplastics, metals, and composites. It cures at a 1:1 mix ratio with a long working time of 55–70 minutes at 23°C, making it suitable for large-scale assemblies where extended open time is needed.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Very long open time, ideal for large bond lines (0.75–25 mm).

  • High fatigue endurance, impact resistance, and toughness.

  • Excellent adhesion to metals, composites, thermoplastics, and fiberglass.

  • Gray when mixed; available in cartridges, pails, and drums.

  • Shelf life: 6 months (stored 13–25°C).


2. Applications

  • Structural bonding of large thermoplastic, metal, and composite assemblies.

  • Widely used in marine industry for bonding stringers and liners into large fiberglass boats.

  • Suitable for thick bond lines up to 25 mm.

  • Can be applied manually (cartridges) or via bulk dispensing systems.

3. Typical Properties

Uncured Properties

Property Part A Part B
Color White Black/White
Mix Ratio by Volume 1.00 1.00
Mix Ratio by Weight 1.00 1.00
Density (g/ml) 0.93 0.95 / 1.03
Viscosity (cP ×1000) 145 – 185 170 – 205
VOC during cure (%) <0.5
Shelf Life (months) 6 6

Cured Properties

Property Value Method / Notes
Tensile Strength 2,500 – 3,100 psi (17.2 – 21.3 MPa) ISO 527
Tensile Modulus 80 – 120 kpsi (552 – 827 MPa) ISO 527
Elongation at Break >130 % ISO 527
Hardness Shore D 70 ASTM D2240
Gap Tolerance 0.03 – 1.00 in (0.75 – 25 mm)
Peak Exotherm Temp (30 g) ~180°F (82.2°C)
Peak Exotherm Time (30 g) 130 – 180 min

Cure Profile vs Temperature

Temperature Work Time (min) Time to 50 psi (min) Time to 500 psi (min) Time to 1000 psi (min)
60°F (15.6°C) 80 – 85 140 – 145 215 – 225 235 – 245
75°F (23.9°C) 55 – 70 120 – 130 210 – 220 230 – 240
90°F (32.2°C) 45 – 50 70 – 75 90 – 95 105 – 110

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