{"id":2002747,"date":"2026-01-12T08:56:31","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T07:56:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/?post_type=knowledge&#038;p=2002747"},"modified":"2026-01-12T08:58:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T07:58:24","slug":"loctite-3090-and-loctite-hy-4070-in-comparison","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/good-to-know\/loctite-3090-and-loctite-hy-4070-in-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"LOCTITE 3090 and LOCTITE HY 4070 in comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Both the Henkel LOCTITE 3090 instant adhesive and the LOCTITE HY 4070 structural adhesive are fast curing 2-component cyanoacrylate-based adhesives, but what are the differences and what are the similarities?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First we present the respective adhesive and then we compare the two adhesives in a comparison table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will also find links to the abovo online store where you can buy the instant adhesive LOCTITE 3090 and the structural adhesive LOCTITE HY 4070.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Instant_adhesive_LOCTITE_3090\">Instant adhesive LOCTITE 3090<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Structural_adhesive_LOCTITE_HY_4070\">Structural adhesive LOCTITE HY 4070<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Comparison_LOCTITE_3090_vs_LOCTITE_HY_4070\">Comparison LOCTITE 3090 vs. LOCTITE HY 4070<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Advice_on_Loctite_adhesives_from_Henkel\">Advice on Loctite adhesives from Henkel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#FAQ\">Frequently asked questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Instant_adhesive_LOCTITE_3090\"><a><\/a><strong>Instant adhesive LOCTITE 3090<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The instant adhesive <strong>Loctite 3090<\/strong> is a 2-component instant adhesive from Henkel in a double syringe. The Loctite 3090 adhesive is suitable for bonding components that have <strong>different and undefined adhesive gaps<\/strong> of up to 5 mm (0.2&#8243;). Loctite 3090 instant adhesive is also suitable for applications where complete curing of <strong>excess adhesive<\/strong> is required.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loctite 3090 instant adhesive is the right choice when a <strong>repair<\/strong> needs to be done <strong>quickly<\/strong>, for example in an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to its <strong>gel-like<\/strong> consistency, Loctite 3090 does not run off even on vertical surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loctite 3090 has <strong>excellent adhesion<\/strong> to the following materials:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most plastics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elastomers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Textiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is best to use Loctite 3090 with the <strong>LOCTITE 3090 mixing nozzle <\/strong>(LOCTITE static mixer for Loctite 3090 and Loctite HY 4070) to mix the two components properly and achieve the best application results.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further information on the Loctite 3090 instant adhesive can be found in the corresponding &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/datasheets.tdx.henkel.com\/LOCTITE-3090-de_DE.pdf\">Loctite 3090 Technical Data Sheet<\/a>&#8221; and in the &#8220;Loctite 3090 Safety Data Sheet&#8221; or Safety Data Sheets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/api.henkeldx.com\/v2\/mysds\/SafetyDataSheetSet?Appid='YPSSW_SDSUA_EXT'&amp;Matnr='1379417'&amp;Laiso='DE'&amp;Rvlid='CH'&amp;Dmskey=''&amp;X-Api-Key=Auy4a2t5e00VU2Ju93GSKHeybHFVjYLX\">Safety data sheet Loctite 3090<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/api.henkeldx.com\/v2\/mysds\/SafetyDataSheetSet?Appid='YPSSW_SDSUA_EXT'&amp;Matnr='1380753'&amp;Laiso='DE'&amp;Rvlid='CH'&amp;Dmskey=''&amp;X-Api-Key=Auy4a2t5e00VU2Ju93GSKHeybHFVjYLX\">Safety data sheet for component A<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/api.henkeldx.com\/v2\/mysds\/SafetyDataSheetSet?Appid='YPSSW_SDSUA_EXT'&amp;Matnr='1380759'&amp;Laiso='DE'&amp;Rvlid='CH'&amp;Dmskey=''&amp;X-Api-Key=Auy4a2t5e00VU2Ju93GSKHeybHFVjYLX\">Safety data sheet for component B<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please also watch the video &#8220;LOCTITE\u00ae 3090 Demonstration&#8221;:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"LOCTITE\u00ae 3090 Demonstration\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wj3ZmJBrqtk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/produkt\/loctite-3090-1986652\/\">Here you can order and buy the instant adhesive Loctite 3090 online in the online store of the Swiss Henkel distributor abovo.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please also read our article &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/good-to-know\/loctite-instant-adhesives-superglue-from-henkel\/\">Loctite instant adhesives (superglue from Henkel)<\/a>&#8220;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Structural_adhesive_LOCTITE_HY_4070\"><a><\/a><strong>Structural adhesive LOCTITE HY 4070<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Loctite HY 4070<\/strong> structural adhesive from Henkel is also a 2-component adhesive in a double cartridge, but not an instant adhesive in the true sense of the word. However, it is also a fast-curing adhesive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loctite HY 4070 is particularly suitable for applications where temperature and moisture resistance is required, for <strong>bonding gaps<\/strong> up to 5 mm (0.2&#8243;). Loctite HY 4070 instant adhesive is also suitable for applications where complete curing of <strong>excess adhesive<\/strong> is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loctite HY 4070 adhesive is the right choice when you need to <strong>fix<\/strong> something <strong>quickly<\/strong>. It can be used for the following applications in particular: direct bonding, edge bonding, bonding different material combinations, construction, interior repairs and structural bonding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to its <strong>gel-like<\/strong> consistency, Loctite HY 4070 does not run off even on vertical surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loctite HY 4070 can be used for bonding the following materials:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thermoset<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elastomer: highly filled elastomer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Epoxy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fiberboard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gelcoat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plastic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>lacquered surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laminate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>without gelcoat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phenolic resin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thermoplastic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urethane: Urethane casting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Composite materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Composite materials: advanced composites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vinyl<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is best to use Loctite HY 4070 with the <strong>LOCTITE 4070 mixing nozzle <\/strong>(LOCTITE static mixer for Loctite 3090 and Loctite HY 4070) to mix the two components properly and achieve the best application results.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further information on Loctite HY 4070 instant adhesive can be found in the corresponding &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/datasheets.tdx.henkel.com\/LOCTITE-HY-4070-de_DE.pdf\">Loctite HY 4070 &#8211; Technical Data Sheet&#8221;<\/a> and in the &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/api.henkeldx.com\/v2\/mysds\/SafetyDataSheetSet?Appid='YPSSW_SDSUA_EXT'&amp;Matnr='2237460'&amp;Laiso='DE'&amp;Rvlid='CH'&amp;Dmskey=''&amp;X-Api-Key=Auy4a2t5e00VU2Ju93GSKHeybHFVjYLX\">Loctite HY 4070 Safety Data Sheet<\/a>&#8220;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also watch the video &#8220;LOCTITE HY 4070\u2122 compared to 5-minute epoxy resin&#8221;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"LOCTITE HY 4070\u2122 vs. 5-Minute Epoxy - The Most Versatile Adhesive in Your Toolbox\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D1J0T9fCIrE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/produkt\/loctite-hy-4070-1985834\/\">Here you can order and buy the universal structural adhesive Loctite HY 4070 online in the online store of the Swiss Henkel distributor abovo.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please also read our article &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/good-to-know\/loctite-universal-structural-adhesives-loctite-hy-4070-and-hy-4090\/\">Loctite universal structural adhesives: Loctite HY 4070 and HY 4090<\/a>&#8220;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Comparison_LOCTITE_3090_vs_LOCTITE_HY_4070\"><a><\/a><strong>Comparison LOCTITE 3090 vs. LOCTITE HY 4070<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the following comparison table, we have compared the instant adhesive Loctite 3090 and the structural adhesive Loctite HY 4070:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Loctite 3090<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Loctite HY 4070<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Adhesive type<\/strong><\/td><td>Instant adhesive (superglue)<\/td><td>Structural adhesive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chemical basis Component A<\/strong><\/td><td>Ethyl cyanoacrylate<\/td><td>Ethyl cyanoacrylate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chemical Basis Component B<\/strong><\/td><td>No information from the manufacturer<\/td><td>Methacrylate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Color<\/strong><\/td><td>Component A: clear to slightly cloudy<br><br>Component B: transparent, colorless<\/td><td>Component A: transparent, partly milky, colorless to slightly yellowish<br><br>Component B: clear, colorless to slightly yellowish<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mixing ratio<\/strong><\/td><td>10:1<\/td><td>10:1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Alignment time<\/strong><\/td><td>Steel: 120 seconds<\/td><td>Aluminum (etched), 0.5 mm: &lt; 60 seconds  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Curing temperature<\/strong><\/td><td>Room temperature<\/td><td>Room temperature<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Curing speed<\/strong><\/td><td>fast<br><br>(specific time for hand, functional and final strength depends on the material)<\/td><td>fast<br><br>(specific time for hand, functional and final strength depends on the material)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Temperature resistance<\/strong><\/td><td>&#8211; 40 to 80 \u00b0C (- 40\u00b0F to 176\u00b0F)<\/td><td>&#8211; 40 to 100 \u00b0C (- 40 \u00b0F to 212 \u00b0F)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Further resistances<\/strong><\/td><td><\/td><td>moisture resistant<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gap filling capacity<\/strong><\/td><td>up to 5 mm (0.2&#8243;)<\/td><td>up to 5 mm (0.2&#8243;)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Consistency<\/strong><\/td><td>gel-like, drip-free<\/td><td>gel-like, drip-free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonding materials<\/strong><\/td><td>Most plastics, elastomers, metal, wood, paper, leather, textiles<\/td><td>Thermoset, elastomer: highly filled elastomer, epoxy, fiberboard, gelcoat, wood, rubber, plastic, painted surfaces, laminate, metal, without gelcoat, phenolic resin, thermoplastic, dry surfaces, urethane: urethane casting, composites, composites: advanced composites, vinyl<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shear strength<\/strong><\/td><td>Mild steel (sandblasted): 21.0 N\/mm\u00b2 (3050.0 psi)<\/td><td>Steel (sandblasted): 25.0 N\/mm\u00b2 (3625.0 psi)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Areas of application<\/strong><\/td><td>Automotive industry (vehicle repair sector), Industrial manufacturing<\/td><td>Automotive industry (automotive repair sector), industrial plants &#8211; maintenance and repair (oil and gas, power generation), industrial manufacturing (electric motors, remanufacturing)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Online store<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/produkt\/loctite-3090-1986652\/\">Order here<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/produkt\/loctite-hy-4070-1985834\/\">Order here<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>main differences<\/strong> between the instant adhesive Loctite 3090 and the structural adhesive Loctite HY 4070 can be found in the temperature resistance and moisture resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If we compare selected values from the technical data sheets of the two adhesives, the following picture emerges for resistance to media in the <strong>ageing test<\/strong> (tested at 22 \u00b0C and 100 hours) for the initial strength (in percent):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Loctite 3090<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Loctite HY 4070<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Water<\/strong><\/td><td>80<\/td><td>92<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Unleaded gasoline<\/strong><\/td><td>95<\/td><td>93<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ethanol<\/strong><\/td><td>90<\/td><td>96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Isopropanol<\/strong><\/td><td>95<\/td><td>108<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Advice_on_Loctite_adhesives_from_Henkel\"><a><\/a><strong>Advice on Loctite adhesives from Henkel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions about the LOCTITE 3090 instant adhesive or the LOCTITE HY 4070 structural adhesive, we at <strong>Henkel distributor abovo<\/strong> will be happy to answer them. Of course, we will also support you with information and advice on all other Henkel adhesives from the Henkel Adhesive Technologies division. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Abovo AG, based in Selzach, Switzerland, has been an authorized distributor of Henkel Adhesive Technologies products for around 20 years; initially in the Henkel Electronics division and since 2022 also in the Henkel Industry division.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best way to contact the <strong>Henkel experts at abovo<\/strong> is by telephone or e-mail:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Telephone : +41 32 552 44 44 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-mail: info@abovo.ch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you contact us by e-mail, we will reply as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"FAQ\"><a><\/a><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wpsp-faq wpsp-faq__outer-wrap wpsp-block-f0f2e87c wpsp-faq-icon-row wpsp-faq-layout-accordion wpsp-faq-expand-first-false wpsp-faq-inactive-other-true wpsp-faq-equal-height\" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.abovo.ch\/en\/good-to-know\/loctite-3090-and-loctite-hy-4070-in-comparison\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is a instant adhesive?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Instant adhesives - also known as superglues or quick-setting adhesives\u2014are adhesives that form strong bonds within seconds.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is a structural adhesive?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"There are many different types of structural adhesives, such as acrylate, polyurethane, cyanoacrylate, anaerobic, phenolic, vinyl acetate, and epoxy structural adhesives. These adhesives have been developed for permanent and strong bonds in industrial applications, among others. One of the goals is to eliminate or at least reduce mechanical fastening methods by using structural adhesives.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is functional strength?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In adhesive bonds, functional strength refers to when the bond has achieved a minimum strength that exceeds the initial strength but has not yet reached its final strength.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is hand strength?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In adhesive bonding technology, hand strength refers to when an adhesive bond has hardened to such an extent that fixings can be loosened. However, the adhesive bond cannot yet withstand any stress when it has reached hand strength.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is ultimate strength?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In adhesive bonding technology, final strength refers to the point at which an adhesive bond has reached its maximum achievable strength.\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wpsp-faq__wrap wpsp-buttons-layout-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-wpsp-faq-child wpsp-faq-child__outer-wrap wpsp-block-a5bc5543\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-child__wrapper\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-item\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-questions-button wpsp-faq-questions\"><span class=\"wpsp-icon wpsp-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wpsp-icon-active wpsp-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wpsp-question\">What is a instant adhesive?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wpsp-faq-content\"><span><p>Instant adhesives &#8211; also known as superglues or quick-setting adhesives\u2014are adhesives that form strong bonds within seconds.<\/p><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wpsp-faq-child wpsp-faq-child__outer-wrap wpsp-block-10a9baa7\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-child__wrapper\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-item\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"wpsp-faq-questions-button wpsp-faq-questions\"><span class=\"wpsp-icon wpsp-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wpsp-icon-active wpsp-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"wpsp-question\">What is a structural adhesive?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wpsp-faq-content\"><span><p>There are many different types of structural adhesives, such as acrylate, polyurethane, cyanoacrylate, anaerobic, phenolic, vinyl acetate, and epoxy structural adhesives. These adhesives have been developed for permanent and strong bonds in industrial applications, among others. 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