3M™ Scotch-Weld™ Structural Adhesive Film AF 163-2 designates a family of thermosetting modified epoxy structural adhesives in film form which are available in a variety of weights with or without a supporting carrier. Scotch-Weld™ AF 163-2 Films are designed for both solid panel and honeycomb sandwich constructions.
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Specifications
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Description
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Advantages
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Storage
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Shelf Life
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Technical Information
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Product Use
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Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer
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Limitation of Liability
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Description
Weight for 2.5 Mil Nominal Thickness |
N/A 0.015 lb/ft² |
Weight for 5.5 Mil Nominal Thickness |
N/A 0.030 lb/ft² |
Weight for 9.5 Mil Nominal Thickness |
N/A 0.060 lb/ft² |
Weight Tolerance (±) |
N/A 0.005 lb/ft² |
Nominal Thickness |
N/A 2.5 mil5.5 mil9.5 mil |
Type |
N/A Unsupported Film |
Advantages
Advantages |
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Storage
Storage |
N/A Storage Stability - Storage at 0 ºF or below is recommended for Scotch-Weld™ AF 163-2 Films to obtain maximum storage life. Scotch-Weld™ AF 163-2 Films can be left out of cold storage (80 ºF maximum) for 20 days without adversely affecting its performance. |
Shelf Life
Shelf Life |
N/A Standard shelf life of Scotch-Weld™ AF 163-2 Film at 0ºF or below is 12 months from date of shipment in the original unopened container. |
Note for Shelf Life |
N/A Scotch-Weld™ AF 163-2 Films should be permitted to thoroughly warm to room temperature before being used in order to prevent moisture condensation. (Do not open protective container prior to reaching ambient conditions). |
Technical Information
Technical Information |
N/A The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are based upon tests or experience that 3M™ believes are reliable, but the accuracy or completeness of such information is not guaranteed. |
Product Use
Product Use |
N/A Many factors beyond 3M™'s control and uniquely within user's knowledge and control can affect the use and performance of a 3M™ product in a particular application. Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M™ product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M™ product and determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user's method of application. |
Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer
Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer |
N/A Unless an additional warranty is specifically stated on the applicable 3M™ product packaging or product literature, 3M™ warrants that each 3M™ product meets the applicable 3M™ product specification at the time 3M™ ships the product. 3M™ MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. If the 3M™ product does not conform to this warranty, then the sole and exclusive remedy is, at 3M™'s option, replacement of the 3M™ product or refund of the purchase price. |
Limitation of Liability
Limitation of Liability |
N/A Except where prohibited by law, 3M™ will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M™ product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability. |
