PERMABOND ET515
Permabond ET515 — Epoxy structural adhesive, Shore D 30-50.
Aerospace-Star — Permabond-recommended epoxy for aircraft seat trays, highly flexible with 100–150 N/25 mm peel resistance.
Documents
Internal reference:
49-515.KT.G050
HS code:
3506.9190000
Permabond ET515 is a highly flexible 2K epoxy specifically for bonding different materials (composite, metal, plastic) — with exceptional flexibility, high peel resistance and aerospace suitability for aircraft seat trays.
With an elongation at break of 20–40% and a temperature difference (Tg) of +20 °C, ET515 is significantly more flexible than standard epoxies—this flexibility buffers thermal expansion and contraction between dissimilar materials (such as carbon fiber to aluminum). Its peel strength of 100–150 N/25 mm is a top value for industrial structures.
The official Permabond recommendation for bonding aircraft seat trays underscores its suitability for aerospace applications. ET515 bonds steel (8–12 N/mm²), aluminum (9–12 N/mm²), carbon fiber (8–12 N/mm²), polyester GRP, epoxy FRP, and polycarbonate (substrate failure). The 2 mm gap filling accommodates large tolerances.
Aerospace epoxy for aircraft seat trays — Permabond ET515 is officially recommended by Permabond for bonding aircraft seat tray structures. Its combination of high flexibility (20–40% elongation at break) and peel strength (100–150 N/25 mm) makes it the premium choice for composite structural bonding with differing coefficients of thermal expansion.
What distinguishes Permabond ET515
What is Permabond ET515 used for?
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Permabond ET515 in direct comparison with related products of the ET series.
Permabond ET515 Current product | Permabond ET514 → | Permabond ET5422 → | Permabond ET5441 → | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application / Property | Highly flexible 2K epoxy 1:1 — Aerospace, Composite, Multi-Ma | Higher strength, less flexible | Maximum strength | UL94, thermally conductive |
| Mixing ratio | 1:1 volume parts | 1:1 | 100:44 | 2:1 |
| Potting time | 10–20 minutes @ 23 °C | 30–50 min | — | — |
| Steel shear strength | 8–12 N/mm² | 20–30 N/mm² | 22–26 N/mm² | 20–25 N/mm² |
| carbon fiber | 8–12 N/mm² | — | 20–30 N/mm² Carbon | 25–30 N/mm² |
Technical data for PERMABOND ET515
| Product information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd |
| brand | Permabond |
| Container | 50 ml |
| Country of origin | Italy |
| Mixing ratio | 1:1 |
| Physical properties A | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group (A) | epoxy resin |
| Color (A) | Colorless |
| Viscosity 20rpm (A) | 10000-20000 |
| Specific gravity (A) | 1.1 |
| UFI Part A | 0830-50Q0-D006-TXAD |
| Physical properties B | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group (B) | amine hardener |
| Color (B) | Colorless |
| Viscosity 20rpm (B) | 14000-24000 |
| Specific gravity (B) | 1.1 |
| UFI Part B | XC30-P0DD-P00Q-F8WF |
| Performance at final strength | |
|---|---|
| Dielectric strength | 15-25 kV/mm |
| Peel resistance (aluminum) (ISO 4578) | 70-90 N/25mm |
| Elongation at break (elasticity) (ISO37) | 20-40% |
| Dielectric strength | 15-25 kV/mm |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.3 W/(mK) |
| Properties of the adhesive | |
|---|---|
| Functional strength | 24 hours |
| Physical properties | |
|---|---|
| Color | colorless |
| Viscosity (adhesives) | 12000-22000 |
| Curing values | |
|---|---|
| Maximum gap width (mm) | 2 |
| Drip time at 23°C | 10-20 minutes |
| Mechanical properties | |
|---|---|
| Hardness (Shore D) | 30-50 |
| Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm² | |
|---|---|
| Steel | 8 - 12 N/mm² |
| Glass/Polyester | 3-5 N/mm² |
| Glass/epoxy | 4-6 N/mm² |
| carbon fiber | 4-6 N/mm² |
| Thermal properties | |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (°C) | -55 to +100 |
| Storage temperature (°C) | 5-25 |
| Generally | |
|---|---|
| TG value | +50-60°C |
| TG value | 20-40% |
For binding values, please refer to the technical data sheet (TDS) in the "Documents" tab.
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Technical Data Sheets (TDS) 3
Frequently asked questions about Permabond ET515
Practical application and design questions — answered by SILITECH.
Highly flexible aerospace epoxy 1:1 — for aircraft seat trays, composite structural bonding, and maximum peel resistance. This 2-component epoxy is mixed in a 1:1 volume ratio and offers a pot life of 10–20 minutes @ 23 °C.
Mix both components in a 1:1 ratio by volume — use the mixing nozzle for dual cartridges, weigh precisely for larger containers. Apply within the pot life (10–20 minutes @ 23 °C) and join components. Full curing typically occurs after 72 hours at room temperature.
The pot life of Permabond ET515 is typically 10–20 minutes at 23 °C. Higher temperatures shorten, lower temperatures lengthen the pot life. Mixing quantities above approximately 100 g may gel more quickly due to an exothermic reaction.
Permabond ET515 reliably bonds: Steel: 8–12 N/mm²; Aluminum: 9–12 N/mm²; Stainless steel: 6–9 N/mm²; Carbon fiber: 8–12 N/mm²; Polyester-GRP: 3–5 N/mm²; Epoxy-GRP: 4–6 N/mm²; Polycarbonate: >5 N/mm² (substrate failure). For thermoplastic substrates, test compatibility before series production.
Permabond ET515 is approved according to: Aerospace Aircraft Seat Tray Bonding (Permabond-confirmed). Compliance letters and detailed certificates are available from Permabond/SILITECH.
Permabond ET515 is a highly flexible 2-component epoxy 1:1 — for aerospace, composite, and multi-material applications (1:1 volume mix, 10–20 minutes pot life @ 23 °C). Permabond ET514 is a high-strength 1:1 epoxy (1:1, 30–50 min pot life) — higher strength, less flexible.
From the Permabond 2K epoxy range, select according to application, mixing ratio, and strength requirements: Permabond ET515 (Highly flexible 2K epoxy 1:1 — Aerospace, Composite, Multi-material); Permabond ET514 (High strength 1:1); Permabond ET5422 (Premium 100:44); Permabond ET5441 (Thermally conductive 2:1). For aerospace applications, see ET515 (Aircraft Seat Trays); for food applications, see ET5162 (EU 10/2011 + FDA); for thermal conductivity/fire protection, see ET5441 (UL94-V0).
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Product specifications
| Product information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd |
| brand | Permabond |
| Container | 50 ml |
| Country of origin | Italy |
| Mixing ratio | 1:1 |
| Physical properties A | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group (A) | epoxy resin |
| Color (A) | Colorless |
| Viscosity 20rpm (A) | 10000-20000 |
| Specific gravity (A) | 1.1 |
| UFI Part A | 0830-50Q0-D006-TXAD |
| Physical properties B | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group (B) | amine hardener |
| Color (B) | Colorless |
| Viscosity 20rpm (B) | 14000-24000 |
| Specific gravity (B) | 1.1 |
| UFI Part B | XC30-P0DD-P00Q-F8WF |
| Performance at final strength | |
|---|---|
| Dielectric strength | 15-25 kV/mm, 15-25 kV/mm |
| Peel resistance (aluminum) (ISO 4578) | 70-90 N/25mm |
| Elongation at break (elasticity) (ISO37) | 20-40% |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.3 W/(mK) |
| Properties of the adhesive | |
|---|---|
| Functional strength | 24 hours |
| Physical properties | |
|---|---|
| Color | colorless |
| Viscosity (adhesives) | 12000-22000 |
| Curing values | |
|---|---|
| Maximum gap width (mm) | 2 |
| Drip time at 23°C | 10-20 minutes |
| Mechanical properties | |
|---|---|
| Hardness (Shore D) | 30-50 |
| Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm² | |
|---|---|
| Steel | 8 - 12 N/mm² |
| Glass/Polyester | 3-5 N/mm² |
| Glass/epoxy | 4-6 N/mm² |
| carbon fiber | 4-6 N/mm² |
| Thermal properties | |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (°C) | -55 to +100 |
| Storage temperature (°C) | 5-25 |
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| TG value | +50-60°C, 20-40% |
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Documents and datasheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS) are available for download:
- Permabond ET515 - Fiche Technique FR.pdf (294 KB)
- Permabond ET515 - Fiche de Sécurité FR.pdf (325 KB)
- Permabond ET515 - Safety Data Sheet EN.pdf (304 KB)
- Permabond ET515 - Safety Data Sheet DE.pdf (326 KB)
- Permabond ET515 - Technical Data Sheet EN.pdf (321 KB)
- Permabond ET515 - Technical Data Sheet DE.pdf (329 KB)