Bondstrand RP-48 Epoxy Adhesive

for bonding Glassfiber Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) Taper/Taper pipe and fittings

Description
The RP-48 adhesive kit contains an adhesive resin, hardener and mixing spatula. The adhesive
resin is a white paste. The adhesive hardener is a brown to orange paste. The mixed adhesive
is medium orange. RP-48 is a two component amine-cured epoxy resin system, formulated for
bonding Taper/Taper joints on NOV Fiber Glass Systems Glassfiber Reinforced Epoxy (GRE)
pipe and fittings.

Instructions
Before mixing, make sure that the bonding surfaces are clean and dry. Completely mix all of the hardener with the resin.
Never split a kit ! Apply a uniform layer to both bonding surfaces and draw both parts firmly together. A heat cure is required
before joints are tested or put in to service. Required cure times must be observed. Detailed joint assembly instructions
can be found in the Taper/Taper Assembly Instructions.

Pot life
The pot life (working time) of adhesives is measured from the time the hardener and resin are first mixed until the adhesive
starts to thicken and harden and can no longer be used. The table indicates the pot life of 3 and 6 Oz adhesive kits at
various temperatures.

C 21 27 32 38
F 70 80 90 100
3 Oz Kit 25 15 11 8
6 Oz Kit 18 11 7 6
Table A: Pot life in minutes

Curing time
An NOV Fiber Glass Systems approved heating blanket must be used to force cure the
adhesive. The curing time is mainly subject to the distance (= wall thickness) between the
blanket and the adhesive layer. Joint surfaces should be pre-heated when the ambient tem-
perature is below 15C (59F) or when relative humidity is higher than 75%. Curing times can
be found in the Taper/Taper Assembly Instructions.
Heating blanket
Adhesive kit size and bonds per joint
RP-48 Adhesive kits are available in 3 and 6 fluid ounce sizes.

Table B shows the quantity of adhesive needed for one joint. Multiple joints may be assembled at the same time. Do not
use damaged or leaking adhesive kits.

Adhesive Size 10 12 14 16 20 25 32 40 50 Marine Taper

2000M/7000M
Kit Size Inch Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar Bar
3 Oz 2 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 -

3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1/3 1 -

4 1 1 -
6 1 1 1 2 2 -
8 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1
6 Oz 10 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1
12 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 1
14 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 2
16 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3-4 2
18 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 4 4-5 3
20 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4-5 5-6 3
24 2 3 3 3 3 4 5 5-7 - 4
28 3 3 4 4 5 4-6 - - - 5
30 3 4 5 5 4-6 5-7 - - - 5
32 3 4 4 6 6 6-8 - - - 6
36 4 6 6 6-7 6-7 - - - - 6

40 5 5-7 7 5-7 - - - - - 7
Table B: Adhesive kits per joint

** Where 3-4, 4-6, 6-8 etc. is shown, the first figure is valid for series Bondstrand 3400 and the s econd figure for series Bondstrand 2400.

Storage
Adhesive Kits should be stored indoors, at room temperatures between 10C (50F) and 30C (86F). At lower tempera-
tures the adhesive will be difficult to mix and to process. At higher temperatures, the potlife will be too short for proper
processing. Do not use adhesive past its expiry date. Refer to date stamp on the package.

Toxity and precautions

Resin:
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects
in the aquatic environment.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions / safety data sheets.

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Toxicity and precautions Ctnd
Hardener
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible).
S53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets.

First Aid
Inhalation: Keep at rest. Move to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. In the case of accident or if
you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Skin contact: Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty
of water. Do not use solvents or thinners If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Wash contaminated
clothing before re-use.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician
immediately.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Obtain medical attention.
Additional advice: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Show the safety data sheet to the doctor
in attendance. Treat symptomatically.

Important notice
This literature and the information and recommendations it contains are based on data reasonably believed to be reliable.
However, such factors as variations in environment, application or installation, changes in operating procedures, or
extrapolation of data may cause different results. This literature is intended to be used by personnel having specialized
training in accordance with currently acceptable industry practice and for normal operating conditions.

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ADH4740 supersedes FP 459 B - October 2012