Taftbond HM232ST is a general-purpose clear contact adhesive that dries quickly to a firm bond by brush or roller. Its transparent finish suits discreet bond lines, it is safe on Styrofoam, and it resists heat, aging, water, detergents, oils and grease.
PRODUCTS · CONTACT ADHESIVE
Taftbond HM232ST
Clear brush-and-roller contact adhesive that is safe on Styrofoam.
Sibling products: Taftbond 5 Minutes Epoxy Taftbond HM105NF Taftbond HM969G Taftbond Solid Surface Adhesive
Industries: Metal Fabrication, Transportation, Woodworking
Contact AdhesiveMetalPlasticsCompositesWood
Cure speed
Tack-free 5 to 10 minutes (25C)
Headline properties for Taftbond HM232ST. Full specification is available on request.
Specifications last reviewed
Specifications
| SKU | HM232ST |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | Synthetic resin |
| Appearance | Clear transparent liquid |
| Viscosity | 150-250 cps (Brookfield) |
| Fixture time | Tack-free 5 to 10 minutes (25C) |
| Shelf life | 12 months (at 25C) |
| Packaging | 1 gallon and 18 litre |
Substrate compatibility
- Metal
- Plastic
- Composite
- Wood
Not recommended for: PP, PE, Teflon, silicone and expanded polystyrene foam; not for permanent water submersion or exterior use
Technical Data Sheet
Download the current Technical Data Sheet for full specification, handling, and cure data. The complete TDS library cross-references every MightyLoc family by chemistry, substrate, and service window.
Compliance
RoHS statements and Safety Data Sheets for this product are available on request. Contact the MightyLoc team and we will send the current documents.
Woodworking · 2 points
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Coat both surfaces
Taftbond HM232ST is a contact adhesive, so coat both faces by roller or brush, covering at least 90 percent of each surface.
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Bond once tack-free
Let both coats tack off, then bring the parts together and press. It bonds wood, metal, plastics and composites.
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Styrofoam and foam · 2 points
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Safe on Styrofoam
Unlike many solvent adhesives that melt it, Taftbond HM232ST does not attack Styrofoam or EPS foam, so it bonds foam board and packaging foam cleanly.
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Coat both sides, then bond
Apply by brush or roller to both surfaces, let them tack off, then press together for a firm bond.
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Application guidance last reviewed
Technical tools: Cure-time guide Service-temperature guide Substrate-pair selector
Frequently asked questions
Yes. HM232ST does not attack Styrofoam, which makes it suitable for bonding foam to panels and laminates where solvent-based adhesives would melt the foam.
No. It is not recommended for exterior use or for parts intended for permanent submersion in water.
HM232ST bonds plastic, wood, metal and composite substrates, per the Vitrochem TDS. Its clear finish suits visible bond lines where a coloured adhesive would show.
HM232ST is applied by brush or roller. Spread a moderate, even coat on both surfaces with at least 90% coverage, let it tack off, then align the parts and bond with firm pressure from the centre outward, per the Vitrochem TDS.
HM232ST is tack-free in 5 to 10 minutes at 25 C and has an open time of about 30 minutes, per the Vitrochem TDS. Bond within the open time, after the coat has tacked off.
The cured bond has good resistance to water, detergent and soap solutions, oils and grease, per the Vitrochem TDS, alongside good heat and ageing resistance.
HM232ST is a clear, transparent liquid with a viscosity of 150 to 250 cps measured on a Brookfield viscometer, per the Vitrochem TDS. The clear colour keeps the glue line discreet.
HM232ST is supplied in 1 gallon and 18 litre packs and has a 12-month shelf life when stored at around 25 C in a cool, dry place.