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PERMABOND TA 4202

PERMABOND TA 4202

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MMA structural adhesive for industrial applications

High-strength MMA structural adhesive 1:1 — 24–25 N/mm² steel, impact and peel resistant.

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Product data
PERMABOND TA 4202
PERMABOND TA 4202
Permabond · Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd ·

Permabond TA4202 is a high-strength MMA structural adhesive in a 1:1 ratio — slightly higher steel strength than TA4200, similar processing.

TA4202 positions itself as a slightly stronger variant of TA4200 — similar pot life and processing, but with 24–25 N/mm² steel shear strength.

APPLICATION PROFILE

High-strength MMA structural adhesive in a 1:1 ratio — 24–25 N/mm² steel shear strength. Similar profile to TA4200, with slightly higher final strength.

Permabond TA 4202 in figures
24–25
N/mm² Steel
1:1
Mixing
MMA
Structural adhesive
Impact resistant
Toughened

What distinguishes Permabond TA 4202

MMA structural adhesive
Impact and peel-resistant methacrylate chemistry.
1:1 Mix Ratio
Standard dual cartridge.
High strength
24–25 N/mm² steel.
Curing at room temperature
No heat curing required.
Multi-Substrate
Metal, composite, plastic.
Solvent-free
100% reactive.

What is Permabond TA 4202 used for?

High-stress structural bonding
If TA4200 is not sufficient.
Composite/metal bonding
Multi-material.
Industrial assembly
Mechanical and plant engineering.
Shock-stressed connections
MMA punch reserve.
Standard industrial structural bonding
All-round application.

Processing

1
Clean surfaces
Ensure bonding surfaces are clean, dry, and free of grease — degrease with Permabond Cleaner A. Lightly sand the aluminum to remove oxides.
2
Mix components A + B
For dual cartridges: Attach the mixing nozzle (1:1 volume ratio). For larger containers, weigh precisely and mix thoroughly until no streaks are visible.
3
Apply adhesive + join components
Apply the mixed adhesive to a bonding surface and join the components together with sufficient pressure.
4
Fix components in place during curing
Use a clamping device or clamp. Avoid movement before handling stability is achieved.
5
Curing at room temperature
Final strength is typically reached after 24 hours at 23 °C. Exposure to heat accelerates the curing process.
Data Sheets & Safety Data Sheet
Complete TDS and SDS in DE, EN, FR — view or download directly.
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Recommended accessories

SILISIL Adhesive Dispensing Gun 50 ml
Manual dispensing gun for 50 ml dual cartridges with 1:1 and 2:1 mixing ratios — precise dispensing without waste for multi-component adhesives.
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Mixing nozzle MBQ 05-24L (50 ml)
Static mixing nozzle for 50 ml double cartridges (1:1 / 2:1) — nozzle recommended by Permabond for this product with Luer-Lock tip.
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Permabond Cleaner A Aerosol
Spray cleaner for preparing the bonding surfaces before applying the MMA structural adhesive.
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Permabond TA4246 — Aerospace Star
Boeing HMS 16-1226 + Airbus IP510-04-036-01 approved — premium MMA structural adhesive for aerospace applications.
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Permabond TA452 — Premium Industrial
28–32 N/mm² steel — highest industrial strength without aerospace premium.
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Permabond TA4200 — Standard 1:1
All-round MMA structural adhesive in a 1:1 ratio — industry-standard bonding.
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Important Notes

Important Notes
Store at 2–7 °C. Degrease surfaces before bonding.
Storage
Store at 2 to 7 °C (adhesive). Store initiator separately in original packaging. Never mix adhesive and initiator directly — protect adhesive from light exposure.

Which Permabond MMA structural adhesive for which application?

Permabond TA 4202 in direct comparison with related products of the TA series.

Permabond TA 4202
Current Product		Permabond TA 4200 →Permabond TA4204 →Permabond TA 4246 →
ApplicationStructural adhesive MMA 1:1 — 24–25 N/mm² steelSlightly lowerLower strengthAerospace premium
Mixing ratio1:1 by volume1:11:110:1
Handling strength———2–4 min
Steel shear strength24–25 N/mm²23–25 N/mm²18–20 N/mm²33–35 N/mm²
Peel resistance———150–180 N/25 mm
Topics & Application Fields
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Structural metal, plastic, ceramic, wood, GRP

Technical data for PERMABOND TA 4202

All 42 product information 6 Physical properties A 3 Physical properties B 4 Performance at final strength 6 Bonding properties 4 Properties of final bond 1 Physical properties 1 Electrical properties 1 Mechanical properties 1 Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm² 11 Thermal properties 4
Product Information
Brand Permabond
Manufacturer Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd
Container 50 ml, 500 ml
Mixing Ratio 1:1
Working time (pot life) at 25°C 2-3 minutes
Country of origin UK
Physical Properties A
Chemical Group (A) Methacrylate
Color (A) Pink
Specific gravity (A) 1.0
Physical Properties B
Chemical Group (B) Methacrylate
Color (B) Green
Viscosity (B) 3000-5000
Specific Gravity (B) 1.0
Performance at Full Cure
Glass/Glass 3.5 N/mm²
Glass/Aluminum 4.6 N/mm²
Glass/Steel 4.2mm²
Dielectric Strength 30-50 kV/mm
Volume Resistivity 2 x 1013 Ohm.cm
Peak temperature (°C) 180
Bonding Properties
Maximum gap filling capacity up to 0.5 mm
Handling strength at 23°C 5-10 minutes
Functional Strength 20-25 minutes
Final strength at 23°C 24 hours
Properties of the permanent bond
Peel resistance (ISO 4578) 250-300 N/25mm
Physical Properties
Color grau
Electrical Properties
Dielectric Constant 4.6 MHz
Mechanical properties
Hardness (Shore D) 75-80
Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm²
Steel 24-25 N/mm²
Aluminum (sandblasted) 26-28 N/mm²
Aluminum 3-6 N/mm²
carbon fiber 10-11 N/mm²
PMMA 3-4 N/mm² SV
ABS 5-6 N/mm² SV
PC 3-4 N/mm² SV
Epoxy FRP 4-7 N/mm²
PVC 8-9 N/mm² SV
Glass/ Polyester 1-3 N/mm²
Hot-dip galvanized steel 1-3 N/mm²
Thermal Properties
Coefficient of thermal expansion 80 x 10-6 1/K
Thermal conductivity 0.1 W/(mK)
Storage Temperature (°C) 2-7
Operating temperature (°C) -40 to 150

Please refer to the technical data sheet (TDS) in the "Documents" tab for binding values.

Documents and data sheets

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Technical Data Sheets (TDS) 3
Permabond TA 4202 - Technical Data Sheet DE.pdf
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Permabond TA 4202 - Technical Data Sheet EN.pdf
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Permabond TA 4202 - Fiche Technique FR.pdf
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS) 3
Permabond TA 4202 - Safety Data Sheet DE.pdf
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Permabond TA 4202 - Safety Data Sheet EN.pdf
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Permabond TA 4202 - Fiche de Sécurité FR.pdf
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Frequently asked questions about Permabond TA 4202

Practical application and design questions — answered by SILITECH.

MMA structural adhesive 1:1 — 24–25 N/mm² steel, high strength and impact resistant.

TA series MMA structural adhesives typically operate using a no-mix process: initiator on one surface, adhesive on the other—upon joining, the initiator activates the adhesive. Mixing ratio: 1:1 by volume. Handling strength after 2–10 minutes, final strength after 24 hours at 23 °C.

MMA structural adhesives (methyl methacrylate) offer higher impact and peel strength than classic 2K epoxies — important for dynamically loaded bonds. The no-mix processing with a separate initiator eliminates the pot life limitation. Cure time is typically faster (minutes instead of hours).

Permabond TA 4202 bonds reliably: Steel: 24–25 N/mm². Substrate failure is common with polycarbonate and PVC (bond stronger than material).

Permabond TA 4202 does not have specific aerospace approvals like TA4246 (Boeing/Airbus). For industrial applications without aerospace requirements, the product is approved according to Permabond standards.

Permabond TA 4202 is a structural adhesive MMA 1:1 — 24–25 N/mm² steel (1:1 volume mix). Permabond TA 4200 is a standard (1:1) — slightly lower.

From the Permabond MMA range: Permabond TA 4202 (structural adhesive MMA 1:1 — 24–25 N/mm² steel); Permabond TA 4200 (standard); Permabond TA 4204 (low); Permabond TA 4246 (aerospace 10:1). For aerospace premium, see TA 4246 (Boeing and Airbus approved). For highest industrial strength without an aerospace surcharge, see TA 452.

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Product Specifications

Product Information
Container 50 ml or 500 ml
Brand Permabond
Manufacturer Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd
Mixing Ratio 1:1
Working time (pot life) at 25°C 2-3 minutes
Country of origin UK
Physical Properties A
Chemical Group (A) Methacrylate
Color (A) Pink
Specific gravity (A) 1.0
Physical Properties B
Chemical Group (B) Methacrylate
Color (B) Green
Viscosity (B) 3000-5000
Specific Gravity (B) 1.0
Performance at Full Cure
Glass/Glass 3.5 N/mm²
Glass/Aluminum 4.6 N/mm²
Glass/Steel 4.2mm²
Dielectric Strength 30-50 kV/mm
Volume Resistivity 2 x 1013 Ohm.cm
Peak temperature (°C) 180
Bonding Properties
Maximum gap filling capacity up to 0.5 mm
Handling strength at 23°C 5-10 minutes
Functional Strength 20-25 minutes
Final strength at 23°C 24 hours
Properties of the permanent bond
Peel resistance (ISO 4578) 250-300 N/25mm
Physical Properties
Color grau
Electrical Properties
Dielectric Constant 4.6 MHz
Mechanical properties
Hardness (Shore D) 75-80
Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm²
Steel 24-25 N/mm²
Aluminum (sandblasted) 26-28 N/mm²
Aluminum 3-6 N/mm²
carbon fiber 10-11 N/mm²
PMMA 3-4 N/mm² SV
ABS 5-6 N/mm² SV
PC 3-4 N/mm² SV
Epoxy FRP 4-7 N/mm²
PVC 8-9 N/mm² SV
Glass/ Polyester 1-3 N/mm²
Hot-dip galvanized steel 1-3 N/mm²
Thermal Properties
Coefficient of thermal expansion 80 x 10-6 1/K
Thermal conductivity 0.1 W/(mK)
Storage Temperature (°C) 2-7
Operating temperature (°C) -40 to 150
Keywords
Keywords
Structural metal, plastic, ceramic, wood, GRP

Documents and data sheets

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