Bostik Born2Bond GA-18 Gasketing Compound

Flexible, durable and resistant to wear and tear, they can be used during installation or for preventative maintenance. Achieving 100% surface-to-surface contact, the adhesives create a cohesive, durable connection that can withstand vibration, extreme temperatures and exposure to oils, solvents and water.

They also offer better stress distribution and, unlike traditional gaskets, do not require any bedding-in. GA-18 is a general purpose anaerobic gasketing material with high viscosity and medium strength. It is recommended for use on rigid iron, steel and aluminum flanges. Once cured the product prevents leakage and/or loosening of parts from vibration and shock. This product is acceptable as a thread locking compound in and around food processing areas according to NSF S2 (Registration No.163873).

Features:

• Medium strength
• High viscosity / Paste
• Flexible gasket
• Instant low pressure seal
• Outstanding fatigue strength
• Vibration resistant
• Corrosion prevention
• Prevents sagging and micro-movement
• Higher power transmission
• Single component
• Suitable for active and passive metals

Directions For Use:

• For best results, clean all surfaces (internal and external) with Born2BondTM Pre-Bonding Cleaner and wait until fully evaporated
• The product is designed for close fitting flanged parts with gaps up to 0.25 mm
• Apply manually as a continuous bead or by screen-printing to one surface of the flange
• If the cure speed is too slow, use Born2BondTM Anaerobic Activator
• Tighten flanges after application
• Cured product can be removed by using of Born2Bond GasketAdhesive Remover and a soft scraper
• Finish the cleaning process with a Born2BondTM Pre-bonding Cleaner soaked soft cloth

Method Of Use:

Manual: Directly from the bottle with or without dispensing tips for more precise dispensing. Semi-Automated: Use of pressure-time systems for accurate volume and larger series. Full-Automated: fully automated robot or application lines.

Applications:

• Engines and powertrains
• Pumps and compressors
• Storage of liquids and gas
• Gearboxes and transmissions