Acrylic-100

Acrylic-100
 
 
 
 
 
Introduction
Acrylic-100 is a two component, fast curing adhesive specially designed
for anchoring in a wide range of weather conditions. The Acrylic-100
Adhesive Anchor System consists of a two part adhesive cartridge, a
specially designed static mixing nozzle, and a dual piston dispensing
tool. The adhesive contained within the cartridge is an acrlyic epoxy
which can be used in a wide range of weather applications for the
installation of threaded rod in solid concrete and masonry materials.
It can also be used with Power Fasteners screen tubes and threaded
rod in hollow masonry base materials. Acrylic-100 adhesive bonds to
anchor rod to the base material so no expansion force are exerted
against the walls of the hole. This makes ideal for use in anchoring to a
variety of base materials ranging from soft common brick to hard marble
or gratite. Acrylic-100 adhesive has been designed to provide a material
which can be dispensed at sub freezing temp, tempatures; without
requiring the use of a cartridge heater.
The cartridge is a 7 to 1 ratio dual design in which the hardener is
contained in the smaller tube and the base resin in the larger tube.
Designed in a compact 7.9 fluid ounce size, the cartridge and
dispensing tool are light weight which simplifies handling. This
makes the syste, ideal for use in tight areas such as applications
where the user must work on scaffolding. Each cartridge is formed
from an engineered plastic with a specially sealed tip to provide
optimum shelf life and prevent leakage during storage. If the
adhesive is not completely used, the catridge can be sealed and
saved for future use. To ensur, proper mixing of the adhesive
components, the Acrylic 100 System uses a specially designed 
static mixing nozzle to automatically combine the components
as they are dispensed. This reduces the possibility of mixing errors.
For easy dispensing, the Acrylic-100 manual tool has dual piston design
which applies even, consistent presure to the cartridge to ensure proper
dispensing  of the adhesive material. The tool has a cradle style frame
for easy cartridge loading and a pump style drive mechanism for fast
dispensing of the Acrylic-100 adhesive. The main handle assembly is
manufactured from precision cast steel for long life with ergonomically
designed handles that are padded for comfort. To further increase
production, the tool incorporates a wear compensation mechanism
which reduces the number of strokes required to dispense a cartridge.
This specially designed mechanism also ensures consistent pumping
over the life of the tool.
Acrylic-100 is a fast curing, non sag adhesive which makes it ideal for
horizontal applications as well as vertical ones. Unlike other systems 
on the market, one formulation is used for both solid and hollow
applications, reducing the chances of job site installation errors. The
fast curing characteristics of the Acrylic-100 formulation make it ideal
for use in a broad range of weather applications.

 

Acrylic-100 Selection Guide
Cat. No.    Description  Std. Box Std. Ctn. Wt./100
8480    Acrylic-100 Cartridge Kit 1 12 1
8482    Acrylic-100 Nozzle Only 12 144 -
8484    Acrylic-100 Dispencing Tools 1 12 2
*Each kit includes 1 cartridge and 1 nozzle

 

Acrylic-100 Material Properties
The Acrylic-100 adhesive is an acrylic epoxy resin. The performance
criteria for use as an anchoring system for threaded rods and reinforcing
bars are described in the sections that follow.
   Shelf Life    12 months
   Storage Conditions    Store dry at 40o to 90* F
   Color    Gray
   Useable Volume:    7.9 fl.oz. (235 ml)

 

Acrylic-100 Setting Time
The setting times listed for the Acrylic-100 adhesive vary according to
the base material temperature. The gel time is the maximum time
during which  the adhesive can be dispensed before it begins to set.
The setting time is  the minimum time required for the Acrylic-100
adhesive to reach its  published capacities.

 

Base Material Tempeture Gel Time Setting  Time
105°F. 3 minutes 15 minutes
85°F. 6 minutes 25 minutes
70°F. 8 minutes 35 minutes
50°F. 12 minutes 1 hour
32°F. 30 minutes 3 hour
20°F. 45 minutes 6 hour

 

Acrylic-100 Installations Guidelines
Threaded Rod and Reinenforcing Bars in Solid Base Material
Drill a hole to the size and embedment

required. The tolerances of the drill bit
used should meet the requirements of    
ANSI Standard B212.15.
Blow the hole clean with compressed air, brush

the hole, and blow it clean again. Holes should
be clean and sound. They may be dry or damp,
but should be free of standing water or frost.
If using reinforcing bars, be sure the bar will fit
into the drilled hole. If a larger hole is required,
the diameter should be as close as possible to
the diameter of the reinforcing bar.
Fill the hole approximately half way with

adhesive mortar starting from the rear of the
hole. Slowly withdraw the nozzle as the hole
fills to avoid creating air pockets within the
hole.
Push the threaded rod or reinforcing bar

into the hole while turning slightly to insure
positive distribution of the epoxy. Be sure
the rod is fully seated at the bottom of the
hole and that some epoxy has flowed from
the top of the hole. The threaded rod or
reinforcing bar used should be free of dirt,
grease, oil, or other foreign material.
Allow the adhesive mortar to cure for the

specified time prior to applying any load.
Do not disturb or load the anchor until it 
is fully cured.
Threaded Rod in Hollow Base Material
Drill a hole to the size and embedment for

the required screen size. The tolerances of  
the drill bit used should meet the requirements
of ANSI B212.15. Blow the hole clean with
compressed air, brush the hole, and blow it
clean again.
Fill the screen tube with adhesive mortar

starting from the rear of the screen. The
screen tube should be filled prior to  inserting
it in the hole. Slowly withdraw the nozzle as
the screen fills to avoid creating air pockets
within the screen.
Insert the filled screen tube into

the anchor hole until it is fully seated.
Push the threaded rod into the screen while

turning slightly to insure positive dispersement
of the mortar. Be sure the rod is fully inserted
to the end of the screen tube. The threaded
rod or reinforcing bar used should be free of
dirt, grease, oil, or other foreign material.
Allow the adhesive mortar to cure for the

specified time prior to applying any load.
Do not disturb or load the anchor until   
it is fully cured.