Epoxies
An epoxy is any of a class of thermosetting polymers, polyethers built up from monomers with an ether group that takes the form of a three-membered epoxide ring. The familiar two-part epoxy adhesives consist of a resin with epoxide rings at the ends of its molecules and a curing agent containing amines or anhydrides. When mixed, these react to yield, after curing, a complex network with ether groups linking the monomers. Stable, tough, and resistant to corrosive chemicals, epoxies are excellent adhesives and useful surface coatings.
LORD® Epoxy Adhesives are two-component, room temperature cure formulations and create superior bonds for rubber, Sheet Molded Compounds (SMCs), plastics and metals. Our epoxy adhesives are widely used in the automotive industry — millions of cars and light- and heavy-duty trucks feature body panels bonded with LORD Epoxy Adhesives.