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News Release from: DSM Somos | Subject: DesoBond 956-105
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 02 August 2002
Sticky solution for WaterClear parts
DesoBond 956-105 is a new UV curable adhesive that boasts fast cure, high bond strength and seamless adhesion.
The popularity of DSM Somos WaterClear resins has generated increasing interest in how to successfully bond the product together so that the aesthetic appeal of the finished part is not ruined and the strength of the finished prototype is not compromised DSM Desotech, the parent company of DSM Somos, has addressed this challenge with the recent development of DesoBond 956-105, a new UV curable adhesive that boasts fast cure, high bond strength and seamless adhesion
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 4 Apr 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Mark Jones, Laser Reproductions' SL Shop Manager comments, "The biggest difference between the DesoBond adhesive and what we were using in the past is that it has an extremely quick cure rate and the overall strength is phenomenal.
We can tack parts on, such as tabs, in a matter of seconds that are as strong as the original part".
Jones also adds that post-processing time has been signifi cantly reduced due to the ease of sanding and the fact that the adhesive shows no fl oat a common problem with most adhesives whereby a tacky post-cure residue is left behind.
DesoBond cures completely, leaving no residuals.
Perhaps the best selling feature of the new DesoBond adhesive is Laser Reproductions' report that, prior to using it, they were unable to bond WaterClear parts togetherand are now able to do so without a noticeable seam.
Eva Montgomery, DesoBond Account Manager at DSM Desotech, states: "The DesoBond family of adhesives is growing in popularity as new applications are discovered where they are able to outperform other adhesives in the marketplace.
Being able to extend this applications to a Somos Solution makes it even easier for customers to order the product since they are already working with DSM".
A free sample kit of DesoBond adhesives can be ordered online from the DSM Somos website. Request a free brochure from DSM Somos ...
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