Klebstofffamilien

Klebstofffamilien are classifications of adhesives based on their chemical composition and curing mechanisms. Understanding these families is crucial for selecting the appropriate adhesive for a given application. One major family is the solvent-based adhesives, which rely on the evaporation of a solvent to form a bond. These are often used for flexible materials. Another significant group is the water-based adhesives, where water acts as the carrier and evaporates during drying. These are common in paper and wood applications.

Reacting adhesives represent a broad category that forms a bond through a chemical reaction. This includes cyanoacrylates, commonly known as super glues, which cure rapidly through moisture. Epoxy adhesives are also in this family, typically involving two components that react to form a strong, durable bond. Polyurethane adhesives are another example, offering flexibility and good adhesion to a variety of substrates. Anaerobic adhesives are a specialized type that cure in the absence of air, often used for thread locking and sealing metal parts. Hot melt adhesives are thermoplastic materials applied in a molten state, solidifying upon cooling to create a bond. These are widely used in packaging and assembly. Lastly, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) form a bond under light pressure and remain tacky indefinitely, found in tapes and labels. Each family possesses unique properties like bond strength, flexibility, temperature resistance, and cure time, dictating their suitability for specific industrial and consumer uses.