PERMABOND TA439
Permabond TA439 — tough-hard modified methacrylate adhesive.
MMA structural adhesive 10:1 — industrial version of the no-mix system.
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49-439.FL.ML050
Permabond TA439 is a 10:1 MMA structural adhesive — the industrial standard variant of the no-mix concept for high-stress bonding applications without aerospace requirements.
With a 10:1 mixing ratio, TA439 is structurally comparable to the aerospace TA4246 — the same no-mix logic with adhesive and initiator applied separately. It lacks Boeing/Airbus approvals, making it more cost-effective for purely industrial applications.
MMA structural adhesive in a 10:1 ratio — same no-mix approach as TA4246, without aerospace approval. The cost-effective all-round choice for industrial structural bonding.
What distinguishes Permabond TA439
What is Permabond TA439 used for?
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Permabond TA439 in direct comparison with related products of the TA series.
Permabond TA439 Current Product | Permabond TA 4246 → | Permabond TA436 → | Permabond TA 4200 → | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | MMA structural adhesive 10:1 — All-round application | Boeing+Airbus approved | No-mix variant | 1:1 mixing ratio |
| Mixing ratio | 10:1 volume parts | 10:1 | — | 1:1 |
| Handling strength | — | 2–4 min | — | — |
| Steel shear strength | 20–25 N/mm² | 33–35 N/mm² | 15–25 N/mm² | 23–25 N/mm² |
| Peel resistance | — | 150–180 N/25 mm | — | — |
Technical data for PERMABOND TA439
| Product Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Permabond |
| Manufacturer | Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd |
| UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) | 2SN0-E0GY-V005-RK6J |
| Container | 50 ml |
| Mixing Ratio | 10:1.5 |
| Performance at Full Cure | |
|---|---|
| Steel | 20-25 N/mm² |
| Tensile strength (ISO37) | 25-30 N/mm² |
| Impact strength (ASTM D-950) | 15-20 kJ/m² |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion (ASTM D-696) | 80 x 10-6 1/K |
| Thermal conductivity (ASTM C-177) | 0.1 W/(mK) |
| Volume resistivity (ASTM D-257) | 2 x 1013 Ohm.cm |
| Bonding Properties | |
|---|---|
| Maximum gap filling capacity up to | 0.15 mm |
| Handling strength at 23°C | 40-75 seconds |
| Functional Strength | 3-5 minutes |
| Properties of the permanent bond | |
|---|---|
| Peel resistance (ISO 4578) | 85-100 N/25mm |
| Dielectric constant (ASTM D-150) | 4,6 |
| Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group | Urethane methacrylate |
| Color | amber yellow |
| Viscosity at 20 rpm | 600-1200 |
| Viscosity (adhesives) | Medium viscosity 500 - 5000 mPas |
| Specific Gravity | 1.0 |
| Electrical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Dielectric strength (ASTM D-149) | 30-50 kV/mm |
| Curing values | |
|---|---|
| Final strength | 24 hours |
| Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm² | |
|---|---|
| Zinc | 12-18 N/mm² |
| Thermal Properties | |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 2-7 |
| Operating temperature (°C) | -55 to 165 |
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
Frequently asked questions about Permabond TA439
Practical application and design questions — answered by SILITECH.
MMA structural adhesive 10:1 — cost-effective alternative to TA4246, general industrial bonding.
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: 10:1 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 TA439 bonds reliably: Steel: 20–25 N/mm². Substrate failure is common with polycarbonate and PVC (bond stronger than material).
Permabond TA439 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 TA439 is a 10:1 MMA structural adhesive — for all-round applications (10:1 volume mix). Permabond TA 4246 is a 10:1 aerospace adhesive — approved for Boeing and Airbus.
From the Permabond MMA range: Permabond TA439 (MMA structural adhesive 10:1 — all-round application); Permabond TA4246 (Aerospace 10:1); Permabond TA436 (Toughened Acrylic); Permabond TA4200 (1:1 standard). For premium aerospace applications, see TA4246 (Boeing and Airbus approved). For maximum industrial strength without the aerospace surcharge, see TA452.
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Product Specifications
| Product Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Permabond |
| Manufacturer | Permabond Engineering Adhesives Ltd |
| UFI (Unique Formula Identifier) | 2SN0-E0GY-V005-RK6J |
| Container | 50 ml |
| Mixing Ratio | 10:1.5 |
| Performance at Full Cure | |
|---|---|
| Steel | 20-25 N/mm² |
| Tensile strength (ISO37) | 25-30 N/mm² |
| Impact strength (ASTM D-950) | 15-20 kJ/m² |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion (ASTM D-696) | 80 x 10-6 1/K |
| Thermal conductivity (ASTM C-177) | 0.1 W/(mK) |
| Volume resistivity (ASTM D-257) | 2 x 1013 Ohm.cm |
| Bonding Properties | |
|---|---|
| Maximum gap filling capacity up to | 0.15 mm |
| Handling strength at 23°C | 40-75 seconds |
| Functional Strength | 3-5 minutes |
| Properties of the permanent bond | |
|---|---|
| Peel resistance (ISO 4578) | 85-100 N/25mm |
| Dielectric constant (ASTM D-150) | 4,6 |
| Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Chemical group | Urethane methacrylate |
| Color | amber yellow |
| Viscosity at 20 rpm | 600-1200 |
| Viscosity (adhesives) | Medium viscosity 500 - 5000 mPas |
| Specific Gravity | 1.0 |
| Electrical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Dielectric strength (ASTM D-149) | 30-50 kV/mm |
| Curing values | |
|---|---|
| Final strength | 24 hours |
| Shear strength ISO 4587 in N/mm² | |
|---|---|
| Zinc | 12-18 N/mm² |
| Thermal Properties | |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 2-7 |
| Operating temperature (°C) | -55 to 165 |
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Documents and data sheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS) for download:
- Permabond TA439 - Technical Data Sheet FR.pdf (364 KB)
- Permabond TA439 - Fiche de Sécurité FR.pdf (343 KB)
- Permabond TA439 - Safety Data Sheet EN.pdf (341 KB)
- Permabond TA439 - Safety Data Sheet DE.pdf (363 KB)
- Permabond TA439 - Technical Data Sheet EN.pdf (392 KB)
- Permabond TA439 - Technical Data Sheet DE.pdf (404 KB)