Redux® 200 series
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Redux® 200 seriesFoaming adhesive films Description The Redux 200 series is a range of foaming adhesive films presented in sheet form. They expand during the cure cycle to fill gaps and adhere strongly to all parts of the structure with which they come into contact. Redux foaming adhesive films are compatible with Redux film adhesives as follows: Features ¥ High strength at temperatures from -55°C to 220°C. ¥ Less than 1% volatiles emitted during cure. ¥ Suitable for aluminium and fibre-reinforced composite sandwich constructions. ¥ Expansion ratios from 1:2.0 to 1:2.2 Applications ¥ Joining honeycomb core sections. ¥ Bonding of honeycomb core to edge members. ¥ Bonding inserts into sandwich structures. Form Dry flexible films of dimensions 1.25 m x 0.2 m, and with a standard thickness of 1.52 mm, lined on both sides with protective covers. A standard pack contains 8 sheets of the above dimensions. Copyright © 2017 - Hexcel Corporation - All Rights Reserved 1

Instructions for Use Pretreatment It is essential that all substrates to be used are free of contamination and in as ideal a state for bonding as possible. As pretreatment will significantly vary dependent on substrates being used, please refer to the Hexcel publication Redux Bonding Technology for optimum procedures. If there will be a delay between pretreatment and bonding of aluminium, the pretreated surface can be protected with Redux 112 to conserve the good bonding surface. Bonding can be delayed for up to 3 months without deterioration of the pretreated surface. Application 1. Allow...

Performance Data Following the recommended cure cycles as detailed above, the following typical performance data have been obtained. These results are for guidance only, they do not constitute specification minima for this product. Performance Data When used properly Redux Foaming Adhesive Films present a low risk of handling hazard for the following reasons: • Film may be cut to shape with release paper covers in place avoiding contact with the bare film. • The film is virtually tack free and volatile free at temperatures below 22°C. ¥ There are no problems with splashing, leaking or...

Redux® 200 series Foaming adhesive films Product Data Sheet Release Certification The Quality System at Hexcel Composites Duxford has been certified to ISO 9001 by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is approved by the UK Civil Aviation Authority and Ministry of Defence. Certificates of Conformity and Test Reports can be issued for batches of Redux® 200 on request. For more information Hexcel is a leading worldwide supplier of composite materials to aerospace and industrial markets. Our comprehensive range includes: carbon fibers ¥¥ HexForce reinforcements ¥¥ HiMax™ multiaxial...