UV adhesives can outperform many other adhesives and mechanical fasteners on the market in terms of bond strength and application or curing speed. These versatile materials are compatible with a wide range of substrates, forming reliably strong, lasting bonds that resist degradation and failure. Modern manufacturing operations rely on industrial UV adhesives to quickly create bonded joints in their assemblies.
At Toagosei America Inc., we specialize in innovative adhesive technologies for meeting the needs of our clients’ most challenging projects. As part of a vast line of adhesive solutions, we offer our UVX-6420 and UVX-6812 UV-curable adhesives. These advanced adhesive formulations deliver the rapid, strong, low-heat precision bonds necessary for producing sensitive electronics, automotive assemblies, and optical devices.
Read on to learn more about high-performance UV adhesives, their benefits, and how Toagosei America’s UVX-6420 and UVX-6812 compare to assist you in finding the right option for your application.
How Do UV Adhesives Work?
UV adhesives only cure in the presence of UV light, and their formulas rely on photopolymerization to harden them and create bonded joints. These industrial adhesives contain photoinitiators that activate during the photopolymerization process, hardening and curing the adhesives to create durable bonds between mating part surfaces. This curing process occurs rapidly, enabling faster application than chemical-cured or air-dried adhesive varieties. Also, they minimize waste and give manufacturers much more control than conventional adhesives as they’re applied.
Benefits of Using UV Adhesives
At Toagosei America, we develop high-quality UV adhesives for clients in diverse industries. These products are advantageous for their:
- Supremely fast cure cycles that, in as little as a few seconds, support greater operational efficiency for high-volume, rapid production
- Long-lasting, durable bonds that are strong enough to resist UV radiation, temperature fluctuations, and other environmental conditions
- Compatibility with metals, plastics, glass, and ceramics for creating assemblies out of parts with varying material constructions
- Solvent-free formulas with low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions that help create safer working environments
UVX-6420 — Superior Transparency and Versatility
Our UVX-6420 adhesive is a popular option for its beneficial properties, which include:
- Transparency. This adhesive dries clear, making it fully transparent and colorless after curing. An example of optical adhesives, UVX-6420 has the necessary clarity for applications in optical devices and components.
- Low-viscosity formulation free of solvents. UVX-6420 adhesive has a low-viscosity, solvent-free formulation that enables you to apply this environmentally safe product smoothly for even substrate coverage.
- Diverse adhesion capabilities. A particularly versatile UV adhesive, UVX-6420 is well suited to bonding films and glass as well as PC, PET, PMMA, polyimide, and TAC plastics.
- Compatibility with UV light-absorbing materials. This adhesive type also works well on substrates made from UV-absorbing materials, forming strong bonds.
UVX-6812 — High Durability With UV Resistance
Our UVX-6812 adhesive is another UV-resistant option. It offers such benefits as:
- Resistance to heat and UV light damage. When exposed to high temperatures and UV rays, UVX-6812 maintains its clarity and reliable performance. It won’t start to yellow or lose strength, resisting degradation even under harsh conditions.
- Low heat generation. During the polymerization process, adhesives generate heat. However, UVX-6812 creates less heat than other varieties, allowing it to offer better UV bonding for electronics that respond poorly to heat.
- Solvent-free formulation with low viscosity. Like the UVX-6420 adhesive, this product has no solvents, contributes to lower VOC emissions, and applies smoothly.
- Adhesion strength and versatility. UV-6812 forms secure, lasting bonds between myriad materials such as glass and plastics like COP, PC, PET, PMMA, and TAC.
Choosing Between UVX-6420 and UVX-6812: Which Is Right for You?
Both UVX-6420 and UVX-6812 are solvent-free, low-viscosity UV adhesives that rapidly cure to form strong bonds. However, each option has its own ideal uses specific to various applications or industries. For example, we recommend UVX-6420 for projects involving UV-absorbing substrates or that require optical clarity. Alternatively, we suggest UVX-6812 when superior bond durability and a minimal risk of yellowing are the most important factors. It’s also compatible with a wider array of substrates for optimal flexibility.
Partner With Toagosei America for Cutting-Edge UV Adhesives
Toagosei America has been a trusted name in high-performance adhesive solutions since 1994. With our reliable, UV-curable adhesives UVX-6420 and UVX-6812, you’ll enhance efficiency in your manufacturing and assembly operations while transforming product quality. Your projects will benefit from our adhesives’ optical clarity, rapid curing times, and long-lasting adhesion regardless of the compatible substrate material. Contact us today to learn more about our innovative UV adhesive offerings, schedule a consultation, or request a free sample.