This adhesive consists of a reactive base material, the resin, and a hardener. The adhesive only cures once both components have been mixed. Such adhesives often provide very high bonding strengths.

The bonding forces between the parts to be joined and the adhesive.

This term refers to adhesives that cure through the presence of oxygen in the air.

Many adhesives only form a proper bond once they are firmly pressed together. The contact pressure is often more important than the curing time.

 

The time required for the moisture contained in a contact adhesive (water or solvent) to evaporate. The parts to be bonded may only be pressed together once the moisture—added to achieve the necessary viscosity—has escaped (evaporated) from the adhesive surface. This is particularly important when bonding vapour‑impermeable materials (such as metal or plastic foils).

During this period, the bonded parts can be brought together but may still be repositioned, allowing for adjustment.

Often, alongside the main intended use, additional possibilities arise, allowing a material to be used even more broadly. In such cases, this is referred to as the range of applications, which describes the versatility of the product.

The solidification of an adhesive (curing) through physical or chemical processes.

The period during which an adhesive changes from a liquid to a solid state and reaches the required strength.