Applications

Plexus® MA422

Package Sizes:

  • Cartridges:
    • 400 mL Cartridge
  • Bulk Containers:
    • 5-Gallon (20 L) Pails
    • 50-Gallon (200 L) Drums

Shelf Life:

  • 13 months for Part A (Adhesive) and 10 months for Part B (Activator)

Product Description

Plexus® MA422 is a two-part methacrylate adhesive designed for structural bonding of thermoplastics, metals, and composite assemblies. It is formulated with a 10:1 mix ratio and has a working time of 17 to 20 minutes, reaching 75% of ultimate strength within 35 to 40 minutes at 74°F (23°C).

This adhesive is commonly used in transportation and marine industries due to its minimal surface preparation requirements. It provides excellent fatigue endurance, impact resistance, and superior toughness.

MA422 is blue when mixed and is supplied in ready-to-use cartridges, pails, or drums. It dispenses as a non-sagging gel.


Key Features

  • Medium Cure Speed: Achieves handling strength in approximately 35-40 minutes.
  • High Strength & Toughness: Provides high cohesive strength and durability.
  • Wide Material Compatibility: Bonds aluminum, stainless steel, ABS, acrylic, PVC, fiberglass, and more.
  • Minimal Surface Preparation: Bonds many materials without extensive surface prep.
  • Excellent Impact & Fatigue Resistance: Durable under dynamic loads.

Recommended Applications

  • Transportation: Bonding composite and metal components in automotive, marine, and aerospace.
  • Construction: Structural bonding of composite and thermoplastic panels.
  • Industrial Equipment: Bonding metals and plastics in general manufacturing.
  • Sporting Goods: Used in assembly of lightweight and impact-resistant components.

Typical Uncured Physical Properties

Property Part A (Adhesive) Part B (Activator)
Color Off-White Blue
Viscosity 100,000 – 130,000 cP 35,000 – 70,000 cP
Density 0.96 g/mL 1.06 g/mL
Mix Ratio (by volume/weight) 10:1 / 9.00:1
Peak Exotherm Temperature (10g mass) ~248°F (120°C)
Peak Exotherm Time (10g mass) 25 – 30 minutes
VOC Content < 1%

Typical Cured Physical Properties

Property Value
Color Off-White
Shore D Hardness 70
Elongation at Break 40 – 70%
Tensile Strength 2,430 – 2,970 psi (16.8 – 20.5 MPa)
Tensile Modulus 111 – 150 kpsi (762 – 1,031 MPa)
Gap Tolerance 0.03 – 0.375 in (0.75 – 9.5 mm)

Performance Characteristics

Overlap Shear Strength (ASTM D1002, Typical Values)

Substrate Lap Shear Strength (psi/MPa) Failure Mode
Aluminum 6061 2,305 psi (15.9 MPa) Adhesive Failure (AF)
Gel Coat 2,122 psi (14.6 MPa) Fiber Tear (FT)
Stainless Steel 2,884 psi (19.9 MPa) Cohesive Failure (CF)
PU GFRP 497 psi (3.4 MPa) Substrate Failure (SF)
Polyester 819 psi (5.6 MPa) Fiber Tear (FT)

Cure Profile at Different Temperatures

Temperature Work Time Time to 50 psi Time to 500 psi Time to 1000 psi
60°F (15.6°C) 22 – 25 min 50 – 55 min 55 – 60 min 60 – 65 min
75°F (23.9°C) 17 – 20 min 35 – 40 min 40 – 45 min 45 – 50 min
90°F (32.2°C) 14 – 15 min 25 – 26 min 28 – 29 min 31 – 32 min

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